It's like Sophie Kinsella wanted to give everyone a great Christmas present! I love Becky Bloomwood Brandon. Though flawed and somewhat shallow, Becky has a heart of gold and Kinsella writes her in a way that makes me laugh out loud! The secondary characters add to the hilarity. This was a joy to read and can't wait to share it with others for the holiday season.

Thanks to NetGalley and Random House for the ARC of this book.

This was just your standard Shopaholic book continuation. I felt like I enjoyed it more because it had been awhile since I read the last one. Becky Bloomwood stayed her normal self but I felt like that because I'm more of an adult now, I enjoyed it more. I feel like I can follow her train of thought even though all of us readers are cringing at what we know comes next. It was a feel good book and will be perfect for Christmas.

“Christmas Shopaholic” is a cute story about the stress people feel when trying to prepare for the perfect holiday, purchase the perfect gifts, and please everyone. A bit predictable, but an easy enjoyable read.

I found this book to be very enjoyable, funny & closer to truth than fiction! The pressure to find the perfect gift, host the perfect party & keep everything else juggling smoothly during the holiday season is understandable. How Becky works through it all is a comical journey. I found her reminiscent of Lucille Ball's character in the "Lucy" shows. Lucy meant well when undertaking a task but it usually ended up not quite the outcome intended or suffered incidents in the process. Becky sets out to buy the perfect gift for her daughter. Unfortunately, she misunderstands the request. When she realizes her mistake, it's almost too late to correct & she winds up in a precarious situation that would ruin the holiday for herself & family. In her quest for her husband's gift, she is the catalyst for changing the membership rules at an all male billiards club. She's a great friend with a big heart as evidenced by her thoughtfulness to a needy friend & her coworkers. The "holiday collection" that evolves at the shop where she works is priceless.

Becky is a whirling dervish of a thinker: one idea snowballs into another and another, building so much momentum that she might just be buried by it. But things have a way of working themselves out and just when you start to think that her life is a hopeless muddle, it all works out. There were times when I almost gave up on Christmas Shopaholic as it seemed to just careen hopelessly along. I'm glad I didn't, for JoJo Moyes has a gift for keeping everything straight and neatly bringing it to a satisfying conclusion.

Christmas Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella is a continuation of the Confessions of a Shopaholic series, centered on Becky Brandon (née Bloomwood) hosting her family’s Christmas celebration for the first time. Jess, Beck’s sister, is demanding a vegan turkey, her husband, Luke, insists he just wants aftershave, and her daughter Minnie eyeing a specific picnic hamper. It shouldn’t be a problem for Becky to manage all of this, along with everyone else’s demands. Will there be chaos or will Becky pull together an amazing Christmas for her family?

The story was sweet, like comfort food in book form, but the Becky character seems a little redundant after this many books. She never really changes and this story feels like any of the other Shopaholic books, just set during Christmastime. I wish there was a little bit of a twist or something. At this point, Becky, who is a mother and a wife, still seems like an immature twenty-something with no regard for money. I really like Sophie Kinsella, but I think I’m going to pass on any future Shopaholic books.

ARC provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest and thoughtful review.

There were plenty of characters and situations that lent itself to side stories that will make the reader go -- now, where is this going? OR who is this character again because I completely forgot his significance (i.e., Edwin)? -- since this story meandered to its HEA. Honestly, that 1st shopping mishap in the beginning of the book (i.e., jumpsuit) was such a cringe-y incident that I was wondering why do I put myself through Becky's mishaps! Thankfully, all's well that end's well for Bex and friends.

Reading a “Shopaholic” novel is like indulging in a favorite dessert; you know what to expect, but the delightedness is what makes it so enjoyable, but it’s not something that you’d want to eat every day. Fans of Becky Brandon née Bloomwood will not be disappointed in Sophie Kinsella’s latest novel, “The Christmas Shopaholic.” I love Sophie Kinsella’s stand alone books, but I hadn’t realized how much I had missed Becky until I opened this book to its first chapter where Becky’s typically instructed herself not to panic.

Becky’s parents have rented a flat in London while Becky’s half sister stays at the family home in Oxshott while waiting to adopt a child with husband, Tom. Accordingly, the family has tasked Becky with hosting Christmas, which she plans for in typical Becky fashion,. This means going the extra mile (and beyond) for husband Luke’s gift, making Minnie’s costume for the Nativity play, and deciding on purchasing multiple Christmas trees versus one. If that isn’t enough, there are subplots aplenty including a return of an old boyfriend of Becky’s, an invention of a Norwegian holiday, a estrangement between Becky’s mom and neighbor, Janice, and helping school mom, Steph, cope with her husband’s infidelity.

Nothing unexpected happens in this novel—Luke continues to heroically put up with his wife’s antics, Becky hilariously misinterprets several situations, and family and friends pull together for a warm and happy ending, but isn’t what one wants most from a good dessert is a satisfied feeling? This novel is a perfect treat for Becky and Sophie Kinsella fans. I'd like to thank NetGalley, Dial Press and the author for providing me a copy of this novel.

I currently have a library hold on one of Sophie Kinsella’s books – you can imagine how happy I was to receive a copy of “Christmas Shopaholic”. The book was everything I hoped for… and more! I loved the references to earlier adventures of Becky Brandon, nee Bloomwood. I enjoyed catching up with her family and friends. I could relate to her stress over hosting events in her home. This was just a very enjoyable book for me. I have stated on several occasions that I am stingy with stars but I happily give this book 5 stars!

I received this book from netgalley and the publisher. This wasn’t my favorite of this series, as predictable it is, it is still
an enjoyable romcom.

It is always nice to be reunited with Becky Brandon nee Bloomwood and her friends and family! I love the Shopaholic series and as long as Sophie Kinsella keeps writing books in the series, I will keep reading them.

With her parents moving out of their house, everyone thinks it is the perfect opportunity for Becky to host Christmas at her home. Everyone has ideas on what the perfect Christmas should be and Becky being Becky tries to accommodate it all, with of course some shopping and the hilarious situations that only she can find herself in, along the way.

I can't wait for the next installment in the series and to read more about Becky's antics!

I love the Shopaholic series of books; always have since I read the first one. However, I felt this particular one was a bit too busy for my taste. It still had the fun of a Becky Brandon nee Bloomwood story, but I felt that poor Becky had WAY too much going on. There's only so much a poor girl can handle. I think some of the circumstances could definitely have been omitted. That being said, I do appreciate that Becky is still the same, cute shopaholic that she always has been. The poor girl just needs a break!

If you are a fan of the Shopaholic books (which I assume you are if you are reading this review), then this return to the series certainly won't disappoint. Christmas Shopaholic finds Becky taking over Christmas hosting duties from her mother, and all of the shopping chaos that ensues. Anyone who has had to plan a holiday for family will certainly relate to some of the drama that Rebecca finds herself in. While at times a bit over the top, Christmas Shopaholic is sure to bring some laughs into your holiday season.

I received this book for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.

Becky Brandon nee Bloomwood strikes again.

Oh how I love Becky and Luke (and Suze and Minnie and their entire group of friends and family)!

Becky gets into somewhat predictable shopaholic trouble as she prepares to take over Christmas hosting duties from her mother, Even more treacherous than the tempting shops of London is the brave new world of online shopping! Poor Becky can only hope to escape the holiday season unscathed from the expectations of friends and family and the pressure of fashion magazines and bloggers.

The beginning of this book was a rather repetitive jaunt down memory lane with Becky and her lack of self control. But the Christmas twist is charming and the ending literally had me shed a tear. I love Becky and Luke. Luke is honestly a super hero husband and the standard by which we ought to judge our loves. I just adore him.

And Becky is just so relatable! Upon hearing she must host Christmas dinner, she immediately buys herself new pens and a Christmas planning notebook to keep all of her organization festive and at hand. I mean honestly, if I haven't done that 100 times...

All in all, a sweet, heart-warming holiday read with an old friend. Worthwhile if you're a fan of Becky or the Christmas spirit. Which is everyone, obviously.

Thank you, NetGalley, for the ARC.

Christmas Shopaholic fits the bill when in the mood for a light, frothy, amusement of a novel. Rebecca Brandon née Bloomwood and Company’s lively holiday antics make the book as satisfyingly distracting as Rebecca’s beloved Christmas movies. Nothing taxing to the mind here but sometimes that is just the respite that you desire.

Just what you need in this ever crazy world we live in. A christmas Shopaholic novel. You will welcome the return of family christmas problems. Have fun and read this book!

I loved this! I love Becky and I love Christmas. This book was basically perfect. There were a lot of misunderstandings as usual, but of course everything works out in the end. A wonderful book about family and the special magic of Christmas.

As soon as I learned that Becky Brandon (nee Bloomwood) was recounting another one of her shopaholic adventures, I knew that I had to read all about it. Thanks to NetGalley for providing an uncorrected proof so I didn''t have to wait for it to be published in October. BTW, I did not notice any errors in the proof. I've been a Shopaholic fan since the beginning, and this Christmas story was one of the best in the series. Bex is back with her refreshingingly funny shenanigans that put a lot of smiles on my face and had me laughing out loud. Her antics were balanced by several poignant moments that also brought a tear to my eye. I'm looking forward to her next life chapter.

I truly missed Becky Brandon nèe Bloomwood.
As usual, it was a thrill and a pleasure to read the newest Shopaholic novel. Sophie Kinsella is a fantastic storyteller.

Becky’s family has decided that she should host Christmas. In typical Becky fashion, she tries to do it all. Making the perfect meal, with everything that her guests request, finding the perfect presents for Luke and Minnie, sewing the most amazing costume for Minnie’s nativity play..... All of this, PLUS Becky’s ex boyfriend (who is now a rockstar) shows up and seems to be quite interested in Becky.

I had no issues reading this Christmas book in the sweltering heat of August, it made me wish Christmas was almost here!

Thank you to Netgalley and Random House/Dial Press for the ARC of this book!!

Without a doubt, this is an easy 5 star rating for me. I loved reading this book as much as I loved reading the first one, and all the other books in the series.
The shopaholic books are among my most loved books, and this latest instalment doesn’t disappoint.
As the cherry on top, this left me with a sweet warm and fuzzy feeling after the last page, due to a very special Bex-style Christmas. Sooooooo good!