I just finished this book and I am so mad. Why? Because it is the last in this series. If you’ve read my reviews you might be scratching your head because I rarely read series, but when I do I am invested and never want it to end, and that is the case here. A tear was shed when I clicked off the last page.

Sunny and Issac were such a sweet couple. I really enjoyed their relationship and how it developed. I do think that this book is a little slower paced than the other two, but I was okay with it overall. This book does body positivity and intimate relationship positivity amazingly just like the other two books in the series. I think this is one of my favorite things about them. I also think that this book had more spice than the last book, and I really enjoyed how it all played out.

One of my favorite things about this book was that the characters from the previous books came back to make appearances in this book and we were given some closure on all the couples. This one did wrap up a little quickly for how the rest of the book was paced, but after 400 pages I was alright with it (despite wanting more – conflicting I know).

I love that the authors called this a raunch-com. I’d never heard that term but it totally fit.

I would recommend you read the entire series in order for this book to make the most sense.

Oh this was just too good! And seriously put me in the Christmas spirit early! I’ve been obsessed with these Christmas Notch books since A Merry Little Meet Cute. Sierra Simone and Julie Murphy never miss and here’s another 5 star! I was hooked from the first page. Sunny is so chaotic and beautiful and Isaac is so tortured and hot. The banter between the two of them was hilarious and I found myself cracking up at Sunny’s inner monologues. And the spice in true Sierra Simone fashion was top tier. It was so sexy and the chemistry was phenomenal. Their “arrangement” was so laughable, you know from the first page that they’re obsessed with each other and desperately trying to hide it. Isaac definitely had so much to work through from losing his wife and not able to write any music since her passing and it was so sad to see how stuck he still was, but Sunny was the perfect fit to bring him into a new chapter of his life. You think at first that her chaoticness and quirkiness she wouldn’t get it but the depth to her character was something else. She had her own trauma and loss and the two of them together were chefs kiss. And we can’t forget the real main character Mr. Tumnus, he was absolutely iconic. I’m so in love with this book, an automatic 5 star and I’m so thankful I was able to read and enjoy it early!

this is the third book in the series, but I would recommend reading the first two before reading this one. I love reading Christmas stories all year, really enjoyed the story.

Christmas in July was such a good idea! If you're looking for some sweet, spicy and fun holiday reads, add the Christmas Notch series to your list! I'm so glad I got an ARC copy of A Jingle Bell Mingle, because I already loved this series so much. The characters are fun, quirky, kind people and you really just can't help but root for all of them. The whole series is like living inside a spicy snow globe and it's fantastic!

I have been so eager to read Isaac and Sunny's story! If you've read the rest of the series, you know Isaac as the mourning, heartbroken, broody member of the former boyband INK. He doesn't get out much and he doesn't really talk to anyone except his former bandmate besties. But he and Sunny have a bit of a history and when they reunite as guests at a wedding, they just can't stay away from each other!

As luck would have it, Isaac and Sunny are both stuck in Christmas Notch for work. Isaac has to turn out a solo Christmas album and Sunny has to finish a Christmas screenplay for the Hope Channel. So, they strike up a deal to help each other. Cue the high-attraction, forced proximity, holiday-themed antics!

There is so much to love about this book and the way it wraps up this series, but here are some of my favorite things to convince you to read it:
--- Roommates in a gorgeous old mansion
--- Bonding over being rich kids
--- Old timey photo booths
--- They're both adventurous in the bedroom
--- Scrambled eggs and Capri Suns
--- The best fur baby Mr. Tumnus
--- Giant Christmas trees and bribing a salesman
--- Rescues in more ways than one
--- Two broken people whose pieces fit so well

PLEASE!!! Add this to your holiday TBR.

Publication Date: September 24th, 2024

-Roommates to Lovers
-Grumpy x Sunshine
-Dual POV
-Plus Sized FMC

First, I want to thank NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyager, Julie Murphy, and Sierra Simone for providing me an advanced readers e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
A Jingle Bell Mingle is the last book in the Christmas Notch series that focuses on Sunny Palmer and our final INK band member, Issac Kelley. Six months ago, Sunny accidentally sold her very first screenplay to the Hope Channel. Though inspiration hasn't struck to complete the screenplay, the deadline to submit has not slowed down, which leads her back to Christmas Notch, where she first heard of the Christmas miracle her screenplay was based on. Heartbroken, sad boy Issac Kelley has recently bought Christmas Notch's historic mansion in an attempt to not only isolate himself but finish a Christmas album that would serve as the last contractual album in his record contract. After their best friends' wedding, Sunny and Issac have a one-night (second-night stand?). Issac's precoital bliss is ruined the next morning when he notices awful wiring and a broken shower in Sunny's motel room and offers to let her stay in the mansion. It's big enough that they'll never see each other, right? However, they each learn the other is creatively blocked and make a deal: Sunny will help Issac find a muse, and Issac will help Sunny learn the trust about the Christmas Notch Miracle lore, but what happens when slowly but surely, their lives and bodies begin to mingle.
Last Christmas, I read A Merry Little Meet Cute and absolutely fell in love with Bee, Nolan, and the rest of the wild cast of characters in Christmas Notch. I immediately added Snow Place Like LA (A Christmas in July Novella) and A Holly Jolly Ever After to my to-be-read list to read this winter while I sipped hot cocoa and got cozy by a fireplace; even if it was just one on YouTube, you gotta set the mood! The day before my birthday, Seas and Greetings (A Christmas in July Novella) was released, and I felt my cozy little Christmas book lineup was set up just right. However, after rummaging through NetGalley, I stumbled upon A Jingle Bell Mingle, and since I had already read a Christmas book in July and because I already had so much love for the first book in this series, I requested an advance reader copy to continue my Christmas in July vibes.
As expected, I absolutely loved this book. It was the perfect combination of Christmas, spicy, and feelings! I instantly fell in love with the little ray of sunshine that is Sunny, and even though sometimes Issac stressed me out, I fell for him and how much he cared for Sunny. I am so sad to see this series come to an end, but I am also happy that I still have the rest of the book to finish this winter.

This steamy romance novel excels in blending holiday charm with intense chemistry between its lead characters. The story unfolds at a wedding where a former band boy and an adult film actress reconnect. Amid the festive atmosphere, their mutual attraction becomes undeniable when they find themselves alone in a room.

The grumpy-sunshine dynamic is a highlight, offering a compelling contrast that adds depth to their interactions. The Christmas setting enhances the narrative, adding a layer of warmth and intimacy that complements their developing relationship.

The plot skillfully balances sensual moments with genuine emotional growth, making it more than just a holiday fling. The characters are well-drawn, and their chemistry is both electric and heartfelt. This romance is perfect for readers seeking a combination of steamy scenes and festive cheer.

Thank you Netgalley and Avon and Harper Voyager | Avon for allowing me to read this early.This is book number 3 in a series.I highly recommend reading the first two books before reading this book.This was enjoyable and I loved Sunny and Isaac as individuals and their chemistry.

What a way to end the Christmas Notch trilogy!
I have so been looking forward to Issac’s story and I was not disappointed. Like the other books in this series there was a perfect blend of romance, holiday, wittiness and spice.

I was mentally prepared for Issac’s story to absolutely wreck me but I’m happy that while his grief was a big part of the plot, it was written so beautifully that I didn’t feel like it took away from the overall vibe of the story. It was everything we have come to know and love from this series with an extra added layer of emotionally complexity.

Sunny and Issac both had such great character development and I really loved the entire storyline itself! I just wish they would have realized they had feelings for each other sooner and had better communication. But overall this was so much fun to read! If you’re someone like me who has always wanted a Hallmark Christmas movie with more banter and a lot of spice then this is the book/series for you!

Thank you so much to the authors, Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my honest review

This was a quick and spicy holiday rom com and will be perfect for the holiday season! It took me a minute to get into the story and figure out the characters as I haven't read all the other books before this, but it can be read as an interconnected standalone. Both sunny and Isaac are trying to work through some complex issues in their lives and also struggling to accomplish their work as a result. They agree to help one another, Sunny trying to help Isaac find a muse, and Isaac trying to help Sunny find a Christmas miracle to write about. While working together, it's clear they have mixed feelings and we do get some steamy moments between these two as they figure their relationship out!

What to expect:
-Roommates to lovers
-Grumpy x sunshine
-Opposites attract
-Forced proximity
-Friends with benefits

Thank you so much to Julie Murphy, Sierra Simone, Avon Books, and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion. A Jingle Bell Mingle comes out on 9/24/24.

Honestly this series keeps getting better and better! This feels new and comforting story that is perfect for the holiday season!

I loved this booook so much!!! The christmas setting was perfect and on point and the characters made me laugh. It was such an entertaining read a la Sierra Simone and Julie Murphy style and I cannot wait for the book to be released. Totally recommended.

My favorite entry in the series. I loved Isaac and Sunny so much. I maybe saw a little too much of myself in them. Not only was it spicy, but it was romantic and the little mystery subplot was so fun. This book also had the most Christmas spirit of any in the series. And the epilogue where we got to see everyone's happy ending?? Wonderful Gave me the worst book hangover, though.

I found this to be a bit slower than the previous books but it was just as spicy! I loved getting to peel back the layers to Isaac and see him grow through his grief. Sunny was such the perfect person for him and I loved their relationship, although I would have loved a little bit more towards the end. I felt like it wrapped up quickly and we didn't get a lot of their 'after' perspective. This book is sex positive, body positive, and LGTBQ+ inclusive. There's also a little bonus Christmas mystery that I found to be a fun addition. The book features all of our favorite characters through out the series and gives us some great closure for a lot of them, so definitely not a standalone and a must if you've read the rest of the series.

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon for an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This was okay, a little boring at times and I struggled to find the motivation to finish it. I can not imagine two characters who don't go together more.

Thank you so much for this advanced copy. This book was the perfect finale in the series and tied up so many loose ends between characters from the previous books. This team of authors really share these characters with the world and create an immersive experience from the moment you start reading this novel. Can’t wait to see how the world enjoys it at well.

Overall: 4.75/5
Spice level: 3.5/5
Tropes: fling to forever, roommates to lovers, grumpy/sunshine

CW: discussion of parental and spousal death and terminal illness

Another fun and raunchy holiday tale from Simone and Murphy! Sunny and Isaac were so fun and naughty together and had amazing chemistry!

But Sunny was just the person to bring Isaac out of his shell. She gave him space to still grieve his late wife but also to fall in love again unexpectedly, if hesitantly.

There was really great character development, and I loved seeing the behind the scenes Teddy and Steph's romance as well!

Sierra Simone and Julie Murphy made me enjoy holiday romances with this series!

This book is everything I wanted and more from Isaac’s book! I feel in love with Isaac with the little mentions and scenes of him in the first two books and this was the perfect book to highlight him. Not only that but Sunny was the perfect compliment to him. This book was the perfect bow to wrap up the gift that was the Christmas Notch series!!

Many thanks to Avon / Harper Voyager and NetGalley for the ARC! This book was well written and tackled a lot of hard topics. This book made me giggle, blush and tear up - a trifecta! Holiday romances are always so fun and this one was no exception. Highly recommend all of the books in this series, and especially this one!

Thanks Netgalley for allowing me to read this book. Sunny is hoping to find sone inspiration. She meets Isaac who she likes. I enjoyed the chemistry between Sunny and Isaac. A quick holiday read.

Hot and spicy and surprisingly sweet, the finale of the Christmas Notch series really delivered. The story of Sad Boy Isaac and Sunny sensitively explored moving forward with life while dealing with the death of a loved one and was still filled with the humor and smutty good times of the previous books. And the epilogue…*chef’s kiss*! What a fitting end to a series I really enjoyed. I’m going to miss my Christmas Notch friends next year.

Thanks to NetGalley and Avon/Harper Voyager for an eARC. Opinions are my own.