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A charming Christmas story that is signature Debbie Macomber. A perfect recipe of going home to a loving family, adding a bucketful of holiday cheer (and warm baked cookies), intertwining a magical Santa connection, and romance heating up the holidays. What more could you ask for? A perfect story to cuddle up to alongside a cup of hot cocoa.

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What a sweet Christmas book! There’s an adorable dog, sweet children, and Christmas wishes.

While recovering from a bad breakup, Lindy returns to her small Washington hometown for a Christmas vacation. She reconnects with old friends and finds she misses her hometown. Billy was an old elementary schoolmate and is struggling with past mistakes. They connect Lindy has to decide to stick with what’s safe or take a risk on love again.

This book is a closed-door romance with lots of sweet moments between Lindy and Billy as well as Lindy and her friends and family. I could totally see this being made into a Hallmark Christmas movie and I’d be all over that! It’s a quick read that’ll warm up the heart and bring the Christmas magic!

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced copy!

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Her parents sound wonderful.

Jerk is too tame a word. I have a feeling he pursued Celeste.

Small world.

Man bun, blech.

Poor Peggy.

Oof, no good deed goes unpunished, I guess.

This is making me hungry.

Aw, Peter is so cute.

Yay!

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Many years ago I read several of Debbie Macomber’s books and truly enjoyed them, so I was excited to read her latest Christmas novel. Dear Santa was a sweet story, that will put you in the Christmas spirit, about love, loss, and renewing old relationships. Unfortunately, I did find it very predictable and cliche. For example, in one chapter as the two main characters exit their vehicle, it just happens to begin to snow.

Thank you, NetGalley, for the digital ARC in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed above are my own.

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This was a magical walk down memory lane, the one in my childhood where I wrote letters to Santa and got my wishes answered. Lindy is a graphic designer, living alone in Seattle and focused on her career. Then she takes the holidays off and returns home to the little town of Wenatchee. There, she decides to write a letter to Santa. She needs a friend, wants a love interest and it would be great if her proposal at work gets accepted. Through a series of coincidences, Lindy finds herself fact to face with a Santa who promises to answer her wish list. The plot was so well written that it was like being in the middle of the story. And, of course, the characters were well-developed, with all of the qualities that one would expect in people raised in a sweet small town. I loved the extra details, like the Christmas Eve service and a party with cookies for everyone. The sled rides with her nephew Peter were as exhilarating for me as they seemed to be for the young boy. I lived each scene as the author wrote it because she has a magnificent flair for telling a story and enlisting the readers to participate in its magic. The book was a fast read and worth every minute that I spent reading it. Family, wholesome love, choosing priorities wisely and counting on a future with your loved ones were all themes that make this book memorable and a real Christmas reading delight.
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Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255, “Guides Concerning the Use of Testimonials and Endorsements in Advertising.”

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I always enjoy Debbie Macomber’s books. I thought the decision that needed to be made in Dear Santa was handled well and was not sappy. I look forward to more of Macomber’s books.

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What a way to lead into the holiday spirit and as always Debbie Macomber does it right! Letters have the perfect reminiscent quality to bring family and friends together with ties that bind and heal. A real feel good snuggle, Thank you netgalley for this thoughtful time!

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Dear Santa is the latest Christmas story by Debbie Macomber. Lindy goes home for Christmas with her family. She loves her job at Media Blast but feels she still has to prove herself to her team. She has pitched a large account and if they get it she thinks things will change. While she is home her mother pulls out the old letters she sent to Santa as a child. One year she tells Santa that Billy deserves coal for picking on her. As an adult she learns what really happened to him that year and feels a bit guilty. She decides to bake him cookies to apologize for her mean thoughts but will it also lead to a Christmas romance?
I really enjoyed this sweet story and recommend it to everyone. It would make a nice Christmas gift for the romantic or Debbie Macomber fan in your life.
I received an advance copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

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I wish to thank NetGalley and Random House – Ballantine Books Publishers for allowing me to read an advanced copy of this book. I have voluntarily read and reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Just in time for the holidays, Debbie Macomber has brought us another lovely Christmas romance novel. It is set in Washington State when a young woman returns home for a two week holiday to celebrate with her family and rediscover the Magic of letters to Santa. This is a quick read and one you will love. Grab a cup of cocoa and settle in for a few hours of delightful escape from everyday worries. This book reminds us of why we love Debbie Macomber’s storytelling. She never disappoints her readers.

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This is another wining book from the Awesome Debbie Macomber! Set during Christmas, this is a sweet romance book with Santa, love, and family. I greatly enjoyed this book and if you are looking for a woman who is trying to find her way in the world after heartbreak and difficult decisions in her work & personal life, then this is the book for you!

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This is such a wonderful book!
It's a charming, heartwarming
& moving story. I was captivated
from the first page to the last.
I truly enjoyed reading it.
Billy ❤ Lindy, are perfect together.
Great characters & small town charm. Everything you love in a
true Holiday romance.
RECOMMEND FOR EVERYONE!!

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She never fails to bring that Christmas warmth no matter what time of year it is. Debbie Macomber is the true queen of Christmas romance. Dear Santa was yet again a quick and lovely read which made me long for the days of snow, cookies, and that special time with loved ones.

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This is a cute Christmas story. It’s filled with the magic of the season and the childhood thrill of believing in Santa. More importantly, it’s also filled with the love of family, good friends, and that special someone. This book is the perfect feel-good and heartwarming way to get into the Christmas spirit.

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I'm a sucker for love stories set at Christmas but Debbie Macomber has created such a fun and lighthearted holiday story.

Lindy returns home for a vacation around Christmas with a broken heart, a friendship gone and a proposal for work up in the air. Her mom tries to remind her of the joy she had in Christmas's past by bringing out her letters to Santa. Stirring memories, her mom encourages her to write one now. Lindy obliges but little does she know how one letter may potentially change her life.

Debbie does an amazing job with building characters and telling a story that is not only relatable but heartwarming. When you read about Lindy's hometown and her family, as a reader, you wish you could go visit for the day!

If you are looking for a sweet love story with a lovely Christmas backdrop, look no further than Dear Santa.

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Dear Santa is another darling Christmas novel by Debbie Macomber! Lindy goes home for Christmas, unhappy with her job in Seattle, having broken up with her boyfriend who had cheated on her with her best friend. It was not the happiest of Christmases. Her mother pulled out her old letters to Santa and Lindy decides to write a new one...will it make her Christmas wishes come through?

Written in the endearing style that Debbie Macomber is known for, Dear Santa is a quick, delightful Christmas read. I couldn't put it down! I love when love prevails! Thank you to the author, Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine and NetGalley for an ARC of this novel in exchange for my honest review.

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Thanks Netgalley for a arc copy of this book for a honest review..  


I adore Debbie Macomber book's when her comes out I'm in.  Dear Santa is a heartwarming delightful read it differently made me in the Christmas spirit 5 star read 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟



Happy Reading Lisa 📚

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Debbie Macomber has done it again. This is a great book. It is one that you can’t put down. The two main characters are Lindy and Billy. They have known each other all their lives. When Lindy was little she would write Santa letters. Everything she asked for she got. She comes home for a two week vacation at Christmas. She writes Santa a letter asking for three things. As the story unfolds she receives all three things. Then she has to make the decision if she wants to return to her old life or quit and start a new life.

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I live Debbie's books. They are so heartwarming and thoughtful. She makes you think about what's important in life with every book she writes.

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Dear Santa is a heartwarming story that you'll enjoy reading this Christmas season. The characters were childhood friend and reconnected as adults. You'll live how this plays out.

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I requested to read and review this book for free from Ballantins Books. Debbie Macomber has written another winner. This book will bring a smile to your face. This book has some mystery, romance and some drama. Lindy is a hard working gal that has had some things happen in life that is making her down. Billy is hard working want to prove himself. Life hasn't always been easy for him. And Peggy the champion that will cheer you on no matter what. This book is about forgiveness and can love truly exist. Can things in our past prevent our future. And can Santa be real? This book can be read anywhere and by anyone.

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