Thank you, Avon and Harper Voyager | Avon for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Summary: Two weeks before Christmas, a down-on-her-luck woman lands a job dressing holiday windows at a famous Manhattan department store, only to find herself irresistibly drawn to the charming, flirtatious store owner, despite her best efforts to keep things strictly professional.

This holiday novella, first published in 2021, is being reprinted, and I'm thrilled to have finally picked it up. It turned out to be the perfect cozy read for the start of colder weather.

The story centers on two memorable leads with contrasting personalities: I love the twist of a "bad girl" heroine with a tough exterior and a heartwarming, Christmas-loving hero with a penchant for corny holiday bowties. Both characters bring depth with their intriguing backstories, making them feel layered and real.

A highlight of this romance is how it handles conflict. The inevitable "big fight" between the characters felt refreshingly genuine and mature, unlike the exaggerated, overly dramatic breakups often found in romance novels. Their separation is handled in a way that feels both realistic and heartwarming, adding a thoughtful touch to the story.

Overall, this is a delightful holiday romance that delivers all the cozy vibes you want for the season.

Holiday perfection

I loved it! Starting my holiday reads with a bang! I love Tessa Bailey books and this one was so sweet yet so spicy!! Opposites attract. Holiday romance. Highly recommended.

Love all books by this author! She has so many it’s hard to pick a favorite. Honestly this one was good but I definitely like some others by her a bit more. Still good read!

A Ted Lasso inspired Christmas rom-com?! Hell yes!

Okay, y’all know I love Tessa and her men are hotter than sin—Window Shopping is a Christmas romance that gives you ALL the good warm fuzzy feelings and it’s freaking hilarious!

It’s the kind of book you want to curl up in front of the fireplace with a warm cup of “don’t bother me, I’m reading” and get lost in the pages.

I laughed out loud so many times. This is one of my FAVORITE Christmas books and you need to go pre-order it now—trust me!

The bowties, robes, all of it… be still my beating vagina.

“Being around Aiden is like…I’ve been wandering around in the dark and suddenly I’ve spotted a big, crackling campfire.”

“In that moment I discovered something I’d missed. Something monumental. Aiden Cook has a firm, thick bubble butt.”

Spice Rating: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
❄️ This Christmas Romance was absolutely adorable and I really enjoyed it!
🎄This book was the perfect amount of Sweet and Spicy and surprisingly dealt with such deep topics in such a short amount of time.
❄️ I loved the reverse grumpy sunshine between the two main characters and the male mc has a surprisingly filthy mouth 😏
🎄 I really enjoyed this story! Highly recommend!

what a cute love story!!! i’m so happy i got the opportunity to read this!!! this one was adorable and had enjoyable characters!!!

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this arc.

This was a quick and cute Christmas book. I kept thinking the MLC reminded me of someone but couldn’t quite put my finger on who until the very end when I saw that he was inspired by Ted Lasso- nailed it! I enjoyed the overall journey the FMC had as she acclimated back to life after prison and proved herself to herself. Their relationship was cute and I enjoyed the Christmas cheer as we get into the holiday season!

📖✨ Window Shopping by Tessa Bailey 🌟❤️

Ted Lasso meets Christmas? Say no more. Get ready for a holiday romance that’s as sweet as hot cocoa and as spicy as mulled wine! Window Shopping by Tessa Bailey delivers a perfect blend of Christmas cheer, steamy tension, and laugh-out-loud moments that’ll warm you up faster than a cozy blanket.

Picture this: it’s two weeks before Christmas in New York City, and Stella, a quirky, down-on-her-luck girl with a complicated past, finds herself criticizing the tinsel-laden windows of the famous Vivant department store. Enter Aiden: the charming (and ridiculously handsome) store owner who takes her critique to heart and hires her on the spot. Stella’s new mission? Revamp the holiday displays and resist her attraction to her annoyingly sweet, bowtie-wearing boss—who also just happens to be impossible to resist. 😏💼

Tessa Bailey spins a story that’s both heartfelt and sizzling. Stella and Aiden’s chemistry is off the charts—think “good girl meets bad boy energy,” but with a role reversal that’s super refreshing. Aiden’s wholesome optimism is the perfect foil to Stella’s guarded heart, and watching their romance unfold is pure holiday magic. Bailey’s writing shines with humor, heat, and an irresistible holiday spirit.

If you're looking for a cozy, feel-good romance with characters who aren’t afraid to go after what they want, Window Shopping is your perfect festive escape! 🎄🖤

Thank you to NetGalley, Tessa Bailey, and Avon for the eARC of this book.

This was a spicy holiday novel, which honestly doesn’t really need to be read only during the holidays. There is just a small focus on Christmas.

It sort of gave me mannequin vibes but like a was more
TV-MA type of rating. Lol.

As I was reading it I kept thinking “well that escalated quickly!”

If you aren’t into steamy books and curse words, I’d say pass on this one. Everyone else…yeah, I’d say it’s worth checking out.

I can’t wait to read more of Tessa’s books.

Thank you Netgalley and Avon books for the ARC in exchange for my honest review

I absolutely loved this book. Tessa Bailey has always been a go-to read, and this book is no different. I absolutely loved Aiden and Stella's chemistry. The banter, protectiveness, and spice were just chefs' kisses. I'm obsessed with Aiden and his quirkiness/Ted Lasso vibes. This was just such a great, fun, and VERY sexy read. It was the perfect book to put me in the holiday spirit.

Read if you love:
- Dual POV
- Reverse grumpy/sunshine
- Workplace romance

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the arc of this book. I love Tessa Bailey books and this one was no exception. I love a good holiday romance and I absolutely loved this book. This book was cute but still very spicy with lots of spicy sections. From the first moment I was rooting for Stella, the female main character. This book also made me feel nostalgic for a holiday display in a department store. I highly recommend this book.

Window Shopping by Tessa Bailey

Setting:
NYC

Characters:
Stella
Aiden
Jordyn
Seamus
Leland
Nicole

Tropes:
Reverse Grumpy Sunshine
Christmas
Hero falls first
Cinnadom

Goodreads:
🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 SIX STARS

Spice:
🌶 🌶 🌶 🌶

Notable Moments:
Incarcerated heroine
Mention of pandemic
Whimsical Xmas charm
Widow dressing
Stella locked in the window
Don't let the bow tie fool ya; I can be rough
Key to the window box...awe
Key necklace
Binoculars
Bubble Butt Hero 🤤
Handsy at the monarch bar
Cinnadom
Gentlemen on street freak in the sheets
Aiden losing his temper, slay
🍑 stuff

Review:
Y'all. I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS NOVEL! It was one of the best romances I have ever read. I love that it was a reverse Grumpy Sunshine trope. I absolutely loved Stella and Aiden's relationship. It was so romantic and passionate. The spice was so good that my astigmatism acted up. Read this book. It's the spicy Hallmark Christmas movie of your dreams.

Content Warnings:
Shame from incarceration
Mild guilt
Scene of panic attack

I absolutely love Tessa Bailey and Window Shopping was no exception. Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity for this early read.

Tessa Bailey is literally my number one favorite romance author! You will never be disappointed by one of her books. This one was no exception. I finished it in one airplane ride.

Spoil free review. I will forever pick up a Tessa book. She done it again, I picked up this book and couldn’t put it down.

This was a cute holiday romance! It was quick, short, and to the point. Overall it was alright. I have it on our Holiday display

Aiden and Stella, boss and employee, sunshine and grumpy. Stella in search of a new beginning stops to exam a store’s holiday window. Realizing someone was standing beside her asking for her opinion of said window. In the end he wants her to apply for the position of window dresser. And so begins this steamy holiday read.
I am not one to read holiday romances, but Tessa Bailey you have converted me.

"Window Shopping" by Tessa Bailey is a delightful holiday romance that captures the magic of love during the festive season. The chemistry between the characters is electric, filled with playful banter and heartfelt moments that make their connection feel authentic. Bailey's writing is warm and inviting, perfectly complementing the charming backdrop of a bustling city during the holidays. The themes of second chances and self-discovery resonate throughout, adding depth to the sweet storyline. Overall, this novel is a cozy and enchanting read that will leave you with a smile and a sense of holiday cheer.

It's Christmastime in Manhattan and the city is bustling and vibrant. Stella is negatively commenting on a window display when a handsome stranger, Aiden, approaches her. He happens to be the manager of the store with said window. What ensures is some steamy and raunchy holiday fun between Stella and Aiden. I enjoyed this one because I like a light hearted holiday romance and Tessa Bailey does not disappoint.

2 1/2 stars.

This is classic Tessa Bailey: tall, hot, man falls for cute feisty woman, raunchy talk and spicy sex ensue. In Window Shopping, the plot is gift-wrapped in a Manhattan holiday setting. Gothy Stella, recently released from jail, has always wanted to design windows; upon her release, she manages to land her dream job when Aiden, the manager of a downtown department store, decides to overlook her felon status and take a chance on her. She has a vision and a budget and gets the whole borough talking when her first window is unveiled; reading about the design process was immensely fun. He tries to keep his stakeholders--and his libido--at bay, as there is a no fraternizing policy at work. Meanwhile, Nicole, Stella's literal partner in crime, is out on parole and looking to reconnect with the person she used to take advantage of, but Stella wants to rebuild her life, live clean, and cut ties, without making her friend feel bad.

The Christmas setting is fun and seasonal. The chemistry is top-notch. The story moves at a fast clip, but there isn't room for a lot of character development of depth. The will they/won't they tension is heightened by Aiden wanted to have their relationship out in the open and Stella being content with a friends with benefits secret affair. I'm not sure how believable the multiple happy endings are (by which I mean, reconciliation with parents, boundaries with friend, romance with Aiden without repercussion, career success, and matching robes are) but like with Santa, I want to believe. This republished/repackaged raunchy romance is not up to par compared to Bailey's other titles, but fans will be satisfied with her trademark filthy-mouthed hot dudes who like it rough--especially ones wearing cute Christmas bowties.

I received a free advance reader's review copy of #WindowShopping via #NetGalley courtesy of #Harper.