I usually love Debbie Macomber's Christmas books but this one way just an okay for me.  When a stressed out real estate broker is forced to take the month of December on vacation she thinks the company will fail without her.  She has an assistant that is either stupid or demonic, not sure which, that books her on an Amazon river cruise instead of Hawaii.  Everly meets a guide that knocks her socks off but lets her know he's not moving back to civilization.  After the cruise she heads to her family home to repair the damage of being away for so long.  Christmas miracle take place and soon everyone is happy.  I received a copy of this ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review.

Jingle All The Way is a quick, lighthearted read. I enjoyed getting to know Everly (Daisy). While reading, I was compelled to keep reading to see how the story of her and Asher unfolded.

After a major “mistake” causes Everly’s exotic and relaxing vacation has turned into an excursion she was not prepared for.

Although, in the end it was the best thing that could have happened.

After the cruise, Everly returns to her family home for Christmas. There, such a such a homey picture is painted, I can almost smell it.

By the end, there are major decisions to make, and dreams that need shifting. Will they make it?

Jingle All the Way was a descent holiday read by Debbie Macomber. I am giving it three and a half stars.

Everly Lancaster is a top real estate executive at a company for which she is a co-founder. Forced by her partner to take a vacation, will a trip down the Amazon help Everly to realize a new list of priorities?

Jingle All the Way is basically a holiday romance in name only, as it takes place during Christmastime. Everly is a driven, determined woman, waylaid by her partner to accept a sub-par assistant and then cajoled into taking a vacation. There are big holes in the plot, as the educational journey down the Amazon surely would have included some disclaimers and information for Everly's eyes only. The fact that she was completely caught unaware, despite how focused and driven Everly is in all aspects of her life, was unrealistic. Not to mention, but considering the poor relationship with the assistant, you would assume that Everly would perhaps take a peek at the itinerary before embarking? The fairy tale romance that ensues is not without its issues, as the author glosses over certain aspects like the location of the family farm and how a certain someone would even know how to find it. Jingle All the Way is a quick read, but not one that I would necessarily recommend to all readers.

Disclaimer: I was given an Advanced Readers Copy of Jingle All the Way by NetGalley and the publisher, Ballantine Books. The choice to review this book was my own.

A wonderful story of finding yourself.  The book discusses a workaholic, she gives up family time for work "emergencies".  A partner in a firm Everly "Daisy" and Jack are partners but Daisy ends up doing most the work and so Jack ends up giving Daisy a month off in December including a cruise.  The assistant books everything with a sly smile.  As Daisy arrives the cruise is not what she thinks but she ends up rolling with the punches and has a fabulous time.  As she arrives Daisy finds her voice and her decisions lead to a more satisfying life with her family and with herself as well as proving her worth to her partner.  

Thank you to the author Debbie Macomber, Netgalley and the Publisher Random House for the ARC in return for an honest review.

It's so easy to read Debbie Macomber, she never disappoints. The problem then becomes writing a review that isn't gushing, and maybe a bit over the top, but I'll try. In Jingle All the Way, we meet Everly, who, through a series of unfortunate, or maybe not (wink, wink) events, finds herself on an adventure cruise down the Amazon. Our heroine is nothing if not plucky, so decides to make the best of an uncomfortable situation, finding out a bit more about herself in the bargain. We get to watch her stumble and grow, and eventually take control of her life. The writing is descriptive, the characters mostly believable (I wish I knew more real life people like this) and loveable. The plot, while maybe a bit far-fetched, works wonderfully. As with all of Mrs. Macomber's works, this one is heartfelt, funny, and full of redemption. I wholeheartedly recommend this and ALL of her works to everyone.
I received a copy of this title from NetGalley and/or the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Jingle All the Way by Debbie Macomber is a fantastic holiday story. I love Ms Macomber's holiday stories and have read most of them. I think this one is a little different. It is definitely a holiday story since the ending takes place then, but I do not think that it necessarily has to be. The story itself is not very holiday oriented, making it great to read anytime at all. This is  one of my favorite books by this author. I absolutely adored the characters and the unique situation they found themselves in. Loved this book! I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

I am a big fan of Debbie Macomber, and “Jingle all the Way”, did not disappoint.  I was expecting a typical Christmas story, however this light and funny romance story took us from Chicago to the Amazon jungle and back.  Once again thank you Debbie Macomber for a quite enjoyable read.

Great Christmas story! I always look forward to reading a new Debbie Macomber story at the holidays. I found this story to be heartwarming and entertaining. I would definitely recommend it.

ARC for honest review with no compensation 4.5 stars received rom NetGalley

Jingle All The Way by Debbie Macomber is about Everly Lancaster, Real Estate executive who is totally stressed...middle sister with no mate, ditzy vengeful assistant, avoiding family Christmas. Her business partner tells her to take the month of December for vacation...assistant plan vacation only it’s not on some sunny beach but...cruising down the Amazon River! Where she meets Asher Adams, the naturalist on the ship....friendship develops and grows into something more and find that sometimes love happens in the most unexpected places...or when the trip ends they go their separate ways...only time will tell...

Jingle All The Way by Debbie Macomber

Trapped in the middle of five siblings, Everly always had big dreams.  So stressed from work, her boss insists she takes the month of December off.

This was a warm, cozy romance novel.  Debbie Macomber always does a good job.  Aside from the great romance story, I enjoyed learning about the Amazon and its environment.  I recommmendv this book.

Jingle All the Way is not the usual Christmas romance. Even though I was thrown off guard that the beginning was about a dispute between a business owner and her employee, I found the situation entertaining and fun. To be honest, a lot of Christmas romances are pretty similar, and I frankly enjoy them all! Debbie Macomber takes her readers on a ride in every story and this one just happens to be literal since the characters are on a jungle cruise. The setting wasn't my favorite but the sweet story of Everly and Asher falling in love kept my attention. Later in the book, the pay off was Everly going home to a more traditional Christmas setting, written in a wonderful way that I've come to happily anticipate from a Debbie Macomber story. 
For readers who are open to fresh ideas in a Christmas novel, this one's for you. Thank you to Net Galley and the publisher for an Advance Reader Copy of this book. This is my honest review.

I always enjoy Debbie Macomber's Christmas stories, even though they tend to be cheesy, and this one was no exception!

Everly is overworked and overstressed. When her colleague insists she take the month of December off, she does so begrudgingly, and finds herself on a cruise through the Amazon Rainforest. She ends up learning a lot about herself and her priorities, and also meets a guy who shows her that work isn't everything. 

I liked this one! It was a unique setting because I love to go on cruises, but I've never been on an educational one like this... you can consider it added to my bucket list now, though! I also just enjoyed the life lessons learned at Christmas time. Everly learns that busy isn't always best, and begins to place priority on the people and relationships in her life instead of her career and success. It's a balancing act that's difficult, so I could empathize. 

While it wasn't the most "Christmas-y" of books, it was a fun read with a little festive spirit. I enjoyed seeing Everly go home to her family, and bond with them while seeing them in a new light.

I always look forward to Macomber's Christmas books, and can't wait to read her 2021 offering.

The perfect read to come into the holiday season!  Debbie Macomber is a favorite of mine because she always delivers an intriguing plot line and loveable characters.

I have always been a Debbie Macomber fan and loyally read one of her Christmas installments year after year. With the opportunity from Netgalley, Random House Publishing Group and Ballantine sending me an Advanced Reader’s Copy, I jumped at the chance to read her newest. That’s where the joy ended. 

Where all her previous novels were set inside of Christmas, this book was only written in the month of December; that’s as far as it got. 3/4 of the novel takes place on the Amazon River and while you get the romance part, you don’t get the holiday portion (sorry playing carols during appetizers doesn’t cut it). She eventually moves the story along closer to Christmas but it doesn’t have all the feels you want to get you in the holiday mood. It turned out to be a generic romance that doesn’t offer much in return. Skip this one and pick up a different Macomber Christmas gem.

Thanks for the opportunity to read and review this title.

I enjoyed this quick holiday read this past December. I then turned to her backlist and listened to several more of her holiday books.

Typical Macomber Christmas, a tradition for me, even if they are not the best. I feel like this one sits some where in the middle of the pack.

Another sweet story from Debbie! The main character was relatable in that she's running a company and trying to prove herself as a woman. Forced on a vacation (cruise that turns out to be exactly what she didn't think but definitely needed!), she learns to slow down and enjoy life around her. Meeting a guy doesn't hurt either ;)

The characters were so well developed and relatable. The story kept you locked in wanting to read more to see how it ended! Such a cute rom-com!!

Was excited to get this ARC before Christmas and tried multiple times to get into it, but the story had no Christmas.  It was taking place on the Amazon River and I just kept putting it down for other Christmas stories.  In the time I had the ARC we actually got a real copy at the library so I checked it out to see if I needed the book in hand.  Finally it was the last of my Christmas pile and it was after Christmas that I tried again.  Bingo!  I needed to read it not as a Christmas book since that only comes into play for a short bit at the very end.  
Loved the story and it was a great quick feel good read!  I just don't think it should be a Christmas book.
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Let's just dive right in! -- just like Everly did, straight into the Amazon river! Half of the book actually takes place in the Amazon jungle, with Everly experiencing some wacky adventures on her expedition cruise in Brazil. She finds herself starting to fall in love with a man she meets aboard the ship -- even if the situation seems impossible for them to be together. After that though, Everly trucks it back to her family's home in Indiana. That's where the pretty, snow-covered scenery and everything-you-need-in-a-heartwarming-Christmas story come in. And what would you know, maybe a Christmas surprise too.

A clean romance read.