Definitely late on reviewing this but i did end up loving this bookthis past christmas! I really feel like this last christmas was the the christmas of alllll the cute-spicy-rom-com books for all the bookish girlies and i was definitely one of them. this book was definitely mainly just vibes for me and it did what i needed it to do for me which was give my cozy chrismas vibes!

This was a cute fast read for the holidays, the characters were quirky and fun and full of life with a believable relationship. My first read by this author as I found this book through searching net galley

Perfect Christmas time read! Just like a Hallmark movie (which is my favorite!) and kept me wanting to read more!

Okay, so imagine this: a book that's like the perfect Christmas treat, you know? It's got this sweet vibe, but wait for it – sprinkled with sarcasm in the best possible way. The writing is top-notch, seriously good, bringing the story and characters to life. It's the kind of read that makes you want to cozy up with a hot drink during the holidays. Trust me, if you're into an exciting mix of wit and festive cheer, this book is your jam!

Thank you to Netgalley for a pre publication copy. In return for an honest review! #thenaughtyorniceclause #netgalley

Lyla has taken over the family toy manufacturing business which sadly is in financial decline so they've drafted in Me Klaus who is a diamond in the trade - rough edges and all. All is going coldly until Lyla has to take him home after his found very drunk in his office. She then finds herself transported by magic Bell to Yule (The North Pole). Will she be drawn to or from Mr Klaus? How will she manage in Yule?

The simple and cute christmassy title and cover drew me to this book. I had no idea what to expect when I opened it but this is my first Romantasy and certainly won't be my last what a surprise!

Their are some emotional subjects included in this book such as death, business decline, accidents, theft and missing persons amongst other things. I do not feel this makes the book too heavy or takes away from the seasonal feel but it really shows not everything is as it seems and cannot be taken on face value.

This book is a page turner I found myself waking in the night to read it and at my every opportunity.

I'm not going to say anymore because no review will do this book justice. You read it and won't ve disappointed! It gives Mrs Miracle vibes!

This was probably the most unique Christmas story I've ever read -- it's got a touch of magic, and the world it's set in is lovely -- but even though this book was about a real-life "Santa" somehow the least believable part of it was the romance itself.

Lovely Christmas read. Enemies to lovers slow burn. I would love to watch it as a movie on Christmas Day.

Such a fresh, fun twist on Santa's life! Would have loved the enemies-to-lovers trope Callaghan tried to use -- if there was any romance to begin with. Even if you overlook the strange grammar and characterizations, the chemistry is very lacking for being a romance novel. This could be because of the toxic way the male lead, Mason, treats the female lead, Lyla, or it may be because Lyla is a spineless, indecisive character. I found Mason to be completely narcissistic and entitled with a lack of self-awareness, and the way he treats Lyla made me somewhat glad that the two weren't compatible (if they were, it would be uncomfortable).

The only person who didn't get on my nerves with this book was Mason's younger brother, Kevin. If the book was just about him, it would've been 100x better, no joke. Considered leaving this book unfinished, but I was hoping the ending would make it better. (Spoiler alert: It didn't, except that it saved me from wasting more time on this book)

A lush enemies to lovers, Christmas, slow burn, magic romance! Could easily be a Christmas movie, really enjoyed this.

I absolutely loved this book! The characters were well developed. The dialogue was witty and captivating, and I found myself deeply invested in the story. Such a cute book, especially if you’re looking for a good cozy holiday read to get you in the mood for Christmas.

Definitely a book I would highly recommend and will be re-visiting this story in the future.

I received this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Who doesn't love a holiday romance? I love Christmastime so much and couldn't wait to get cozy and read this. This book has enemies to lovers and fake dating. The Naughty or Nice Clause gives hallmark movie romance vibes. Lyla's father retires from his CEO position at the toy company he runs. Lyla is set to inherit his shares and realizes the company is going bankrupt. Her shares go to Mason Klaus an investor. He is the grumpy to Lyla's sunshine.
Thank you to NetGalley for an Arc for my honest review.

Book vibes ~ banterous, cute, frustrating, professional enemies, found family, festive, love story ✨️

This was a fun, interesting read full of festive vibes.

Lyla was quite fun to read & her interactions with Mason went from being fun, to sad, to beautiful & so much more. Lyla herself was an interesting character to read, full of complexity. Mason's character was fascinating as everytime you pull away a layer & learn more about him you enjoy reading his story even more.

On the whole this was an interesting, unique take on a festive romance.

Thank you to Kate Callaghan & the publishers & #NetGalley for the ARC.

I gave this one ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

It’s giving hallmark romcom meets The Santa Clause! The plot was really interesting; it took a typical family-oriented girl and big business guy being forced to work together (hellooo enemies to lovers) and through in a bit of a magical twist for this holiday season.

This was a cute, short holiday read but I wouldn't say it was the best holiday read I've read. This is an enemies to lovers romance but I felt that the shift from enemies to lovers was way too abrupt. They didn't build on the MC's characters and why they suddenly were becoming lovers after being enemies for too long. I also thought the ending was a bit too abrupt and would've loved for the author to build more off of it. Again though, if you looking for a quick, cute holiday read, this one still gives you that holiday feel.

When Lyla’s father dies, she expects him to give her the remaining shares in his company however she soon finds out that it has gone bankrupt and he has given his shares to Mason Klaus, an investor who is known for his ruthless ways.

An enemies to lovers, forced proximity, festive read however I did find it a bit hard to connect with the characters but quite enjoyed the plot.

I want to thank Netgalley and the publisher for generously providing me with this book in exchange for an honest review.

Lyla Smurfit has hated Mason Klaus from the moment he took over his half of her family’s failing toy company. Despite his festive name, Klaus is a real Scrooge, and Lyla loses it when she learns he’s cancelled the one thing she’s been looking forward to—the office holiday party.

Lyla decides to throw a secret party as a big ‘screw you’ to Klaus, but things get a little out of hand and a fire breaks out. To make up for the mishap she agrees to spend the holidays with Klaus, acting as a buffer between him and the family who he hasn’t seen in over a decade. Little does Lyla know that Mason Klaus is hiding one big secret—his family is the stuff of legend!

The Naughty or Nice Clause is a cute enemies-to-lovers romance with cozy Hallmark romance movie vibes, and has an interesting twist on the myth of Santa Claus! I think I enjoyed learning about Yule and The Klaus family more than the actual romance tbh.

Thanks to NetGalley and Callaghanwriter for an advanced copy of this book. My opinions are my own and not a paid advertisement.

I was thoroughly surprised with this book! I thought it would be a typical Hallmark grumpy sunshine romance and boy, was I wrong!

I loved the twist on Klaus! It struck me as a different take on the Santa Clause 2 with Tim Allen. Lyla and Mason’s characters were well developed and I especially loved a disability and LGBTQ character included!

4.5 ⭐️!

This was so cute! I feel like many holiday books are about an unexpected romance, typically enemy to lovers setting which is what this was. However, I LOVED the not stereotypical small town romance, but instead was a big city with not just going to a hometown, but going directly to the North Pole. I read this as my kick of to Christmas reads and I’m so glad I did!

This one wasn't for me. It seems to be trying to be a 'billionaire romance' but then throws in some magic that just didn't really work. It starts with building up this really unlikeable MMC, but very quickly we're expected to side with him without being shown why.
I can see what the author was trying to do, but for me, it just didn't work.

This one just wasn't for me, unfortunately. I couldn't get into the story. I really struggled with wanting to read this.