A wonderful read!
This novel drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end. The characters were vibrant and relatable, the writing was engaging, and the story had just the right balance of heart and humor. Highly recommend!
Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

A cute, cozy romance perfect for the holidays. My main gripe was that I couldn't understand how you go through what you go through to become a doctor and then whine the entire book about not being a baker? Make a choice, stick with it, call it a day.

I read this book during the holiday season and wanted it to be the perfect book to cuddle up to. I am a fan of all things cozy and hallmarky but I couldn't really get into the characters. It may have been because my penchant for holiday romances was getting oversaturated at this point, but it wasn't the book for me.

This book was a cute christmas story. I did enjoy reading it, but if met lit was missing something. The characters needed more depth, and the story line could use some development. But overall, it wasn't a bad book. I want to read more from this author to see how they develop.

Thank you Net Galley and Mari Suggs

While I' wasn't a huge fan of this one I did enjoy the that we got chapters from Eloise and Trevor's point of view. I tend to love rom coms that have dual point of views because we can watch the hero fall in love with the heroine.

This was a really fun, festive Christmas story, it was a very short and fast paced book. It wasn't anything crazy complicated or full of depth but if you love watching all the Christmas romances every year then this is the perfect book to add to your holiday season. Eloise and Trevor were adorable together and I loved watching Eloise grow in her confidence and start to stand up for herself.

If you're looking for a cute, sweet, Christmassy love story, this is the one you need.
Eloise loves Christmas, however she dreads spending this holiday with her parents. Besides this year, she found out her boyfriend has been cheating on her! So what does she do? She goes and spends the holiday with her best friend and her loving family.
Trevor is a minimalist and still thinks about the one night stand he had six months ago. Surprise, surprise, she is at his house eheh
I never have read anything by this author before, but I fell in love with the writing and the storytelling. I loved the plot, and I was squealing when they met. They made me cry and laugh and scream in frustation. Eloise and Trevor will foreve stay in my heart.
I am sure I will reread this book and recommend it to anyone who asks me for a cute romance.

If you’re a major fan of hallmark movies, then by all means, read this book. I’ve seen a few HM films and I’m not the biggest fan of them cause they’re a touch cringe, but let’s just say that those movies are way better than this book!

Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read this in exchange for an honest review…

The book had promise. The summary and cover is what caught my attention and I was excited to read it. But idk what happened. I didn’t like it at all. It started out good, but then it went downhill when the FL started calling her one night stand “that fateful day” like bruh what are we in? A fantasy novel? It wasn’t even bad. She just left as would one night stands would in movies. And then surprise, surprise it’s her best friend’s brother, *gasps dramatically* shocker.

It wasn’t even just that part of the story either, the FL’s choices were so bad that like up until 70% of the book she still hadn’t told Trevor (friends brother) that she needs to break up with her cheating boyfriend. I get the whole being scared of family and the disappointment thing, but seriously, they weren’t even around you should’ve told him.

Eloise’s BFF Susie was so annoying too. I hated her attitude throughout the whole book, I wanted to roll my eyes every time she started speaking. But hey when it got to 90% of the book, Susie finally had some wise words.

I didn’t have any issues with the ML since it wasn’t his fault he fell in love with a girl that was dishonest. Which btw, I’ve learn a valuable lesson from this book, honesty is definitely the best policy here. Cause ahhhh this book, smh

Not to mention, time stamp needed to be better. At the end of the book, there was 10mins left to New Year’s Day, but when Trevor said what he needed to say, it was suddenly 5 seconds to count down. If the author worded it to maybe 5-few mins left then it would’ve been better. Cause that time jump was like wtf.

"𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙨𝙚𝙚, 𝙄'𝙫𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙟𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙬. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙟𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙣𝙚. 𝙄 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙟𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮. 𝙅𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩. 𝙅𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨. '𝙄'𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙚,' 𝙄 𝙠𝙚𝙥𝙩 𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙮𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙛. 𝘽𝙪𝙩 𝙖𝙨 𝙞𝙩 𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙨 𝙤𝙪𝙩, 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙙𝙞𝙙𝙣'𝙩 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙨𝙤 𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚. 𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝙠𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙢𝙖𝙙𝙚 𝙢𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚. 𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙢𝙖𝙙𝙚 𝙢𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚. 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙨 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙡 𝙬𝙖𝙨𝙣'𝙩 𝙚𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝."

This quote. That quote right there ^^ is the only one I like, courtesy of Trevor. I wasn’t even half way through the book and I was hoping it would be over soon.

It was also refreshing cause it was a clean romance, with second chance, slow burn… but eh would be nice to have more.

Overall, not a fan of this book, sadly. Don’t think I’d read more from this author unfortunately. There were also a few grammar mistakes in the book well I think were. Some back and forth speech had question marks at the end. Idk if they were questions or not but I confused me.

One Christmas With You is a sweet and lighthearted Christmas theme story about a second chance with a one night stand. It gives fun Hallmark vibes with adding in some romance and spice. This was a cute book to read and I look forward to reading more by Mari Suggs.

Thank you NetGalley for an arc of One Christmas With You by Mari Suggs

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to NetGalley and Xpresso Book Tours for providing me with a free copy of One Christmas with You in exchange for an honest review. I truly appreciate the opportunity to read and share my thoughts on this charming holiday romance. Your generosity allows me to discover new authors and share my reading experiences with fellow book lovers. Thank you again for the chance to read this delightful book!

WARNING: minor spoilers are mentioned below!!

One Christmas with You by Emily Stone is a delightful holiday romance that is as heartwarming as it is heartfelt. I went into this book expecting a cozy, Hallmark-style read, and it absolutely delivered. The charming small-town setting of Maple Hollow, paired with the sparks between Eloise and Trevor, provided the perfect escape into a festive world of second chances and personal growth.

The story follows Dr. Eloise Parker, a driven medical resident who is trying to balance her demanding career with the expectations of her family. She’s also carrying the weight of a secret - a one night stand with Trevor Hall, which, as fate would have it, resurfaces when she arrives in Maple Hollow for the holidays. Trevor, who had his own plans for a quiet Christmas, is equally taken aback by the reunion, and their fiery connection quickly reignites. The alternating perspectives of Eloise and Trevor allow readers to see both sides of their relationship and the emotional struggles they each face.

The writing in One Christmas with You is warm and easy to follow, which makes this book an ideal winter read. The pacing is quick, and the plot unfolds in a way that feels both predictable and comforting, much like a classic holiday movie. If you’re looking for something light and festive, this book will surely hit the spot.

That being said, there were a few elements that didn’t sit entirely well with me. The portrayal of birth as purely magical felt a bit too idealized for my taste, especially considering that birth can be a difficult and traumatic experience for many women. While this might resonate with some readers, I felt it glossed over the complex realities of childbirth that some women face.

Additionally, Eloise’s reluctance to reveal the truth to Trevor when given several opportunities felt frustrating, even though I knew it was a hallmark-style trope. The lack of communication between the characters, particularly in their third-act breakup, was predictable but still a bit unsatisfying for me personally.

Despite these minor issues, One Christmas with You is a cute and sweet Christmas read. The ending left me with a huge smile on my face ... it was the perfect conclusion to a lighthearted, festive romance.

One of the standout elements for me was the character of Susie. She was the best friend everyone deserves - supportive, loving, and selfless. I especially loved the heartwarming moment when Susie named her daughter after Eloise. It was a beautiful and touching tribute to their friendship that added an extra layer of warmth to the story.

Overall, this book is a charming holiday escape that is perfect for fans of feel-good romances. It’s filled with sweetness, personal growth, and a touch of magic. While there were a few aspects that felt a bit too idealized or predictable, the overall story is sure to leave you feeling festive and content.

One Christmas With You was a simple and cute story. I enjoyed it but nothing more than that. I don's mind the very obvious story development -- that's what a fun, lighthearted holiday romance story is for after all. My issue was the unbalanced between the characters being both super stereotyped but also not making sense. I gave it 3 stars since I was still rooting for them and finished the book but it certainly was not one to be re-read.

This book had great potential. I loved the cozy holiday vibes. However, the characters felt flat. Eloise is immature and weak. Not that she wasn't in a tough position with her controlling parents, but she had zero backbone. She couldn't even be honest with her best friend.
There were too many typos for my liking as well.
I just couldn't finish this one.

It is a sweet and beautiful second chance romance with a perfect found family Christmas read. I laughed, cried and felt extremely warm while reading this book. I found bits of me in Eloise and Trevor is exactly the dream green flag guy every girl would wish for!!! My heart is full after reading this! Made my Christmas 2024 😁💖💖

This book was a cute Christmas Read! I really liked the setting and the characters, but I did wish that it was longer. I felt like everything went so fast that I didn’t get to enjoy the story as much. The ending was way too quick and I just wanted a more flushed out resolution.

3 ⭐️

This was pretty enjoyable, and the 3 stars are a positive rating, there were just some things that bothered me.

╰┈➤ Starting with what i liked.
The Christmas vibes were definitely there. It felt cozy, there were scenes of decorating the tree, gift-giving, playing in the snow and heartwarming family moments. That's honestly everything I wanted so I enjoyed those parts a lot.

╰┈➤Now, the main characters.

Eloise
She is a doctor, finishing her residency, hating what she does but afraid of standing up to her parents. And I just felt like we got very little character from her. I didn't dislike her, but I can't say I formed a deeper connection with her either. Also, and that's just a personal ick of mine, but any character who is nearing 30 and is doing her job purely to satisfy her parents, and afraid of breaking up with her boyfriend won't do it for me, sorry not sorry 🥲

Trevor
Again I felt like I got barely any personality from him. He was cute... I don't have much more to say, though.

As for the romance itself it was very cute. Kind of rushed, considering the story covers only a couple of days during Christmas. My biggest issue was the dishonesty their relationship was being built on. There is also an infidelity issue, which I won't get into to avoid any major spoilers, but it might have been what I disliked the most. Plus, the whole aspect felt really overlooked by most of the characters.

Also, the 3rd act break-up. See, I knew it was coming from the very beginning and still somehow ended up disappointed. It was, again, rushed and provided no growth for them whatsoever.

The lack of growth in the characters was also something that really irked me a lot. The characters were changing their minds within seconds, out of nowhere, and I like to see progress actually happen.

Last thing, as a med student who spent her last summer internship on a gynecology/maternity ward, I could have done without the romanticizing of pregnancy as being best time in a woman's life and labor being a little hard, but overall magical. Not saying childbirth can't be a very meaningful experience in women's life but it's definitely not as pretty, nor as easy, as described. That's not me asking for a more realistic portrayal in a cutesy little romance, but I can't say I'm for the overly idealistic descriptions, either.

All in all, despite my ranting above I still enjoyed it. The vibes were exactly what I was looking for, and for most part it was enjoyable to read. I would still recommend it as a cozy, small-town, Christmas romance, but I wouldn't go into it expecting a next all-time favorite.

Thank you NetGalley and Mari Suggs for this ARC.

I like the concept of the book, not too cliche but help drives the plot. Eloise was hurt and serendipitously met the guy that be THE One. Seemingly perfect, she's hurt, he's damage, one night and move on type deal. Who knew that he's her best friend's brother. Eloise was invited to spend Xmas with her bestie and her family and as you can imagine all the close proximity force them to face the music.

I love how Trevor & Susie's family took her in, and even though they had hoped Trevor reunite with his bestie from childhood, he already gave his heart to Eloise. The family is warm and kind, unlike her own which is cold and stoic. By the way, love Grandpa, who sees but don't speak unless is needed to be said. You can see how Eloise can fit into Trevor's life that he's running from so perfectly. But he's trying to give her space and she can't make up her mind.

I will say, her miscommunications skill stinks and he's too patience and giving her too much space where he gets frustrated. I don't mind a bit of that, but the going back and forth and the indecisiveness dragged on a bit longer than it needs to. The antithesis was very anti-climatic, and how they got back together wasn't as excited as a grand gesture should be. I want to love this book, but it is missing something.

Thank you NetGally & Xpresso Book Tour for the ARC.

This wasn't really my type of book. It felt really rushed and unnatural. The characters were boring and had no substance, and there was no plot at all. I love the cover though, and the cover alone would get 5 stars. I do feel like the book could've been so much better if the characters had actually known each other. Additionally, I feel like there were a lot of clichés in this book that I'm not a fan of.

One kiss from you only made me want more. One night with you made me need more. And one Christmas with you sure as hell wasn’t enough.”

This Christmas romcom by Mari Suggs was absolutely adorable! If you are looking for the perfect Hallmark vibe story with a a fun Christmas town, an amazing family, and a couple that you can’t help but root for, look no further! I related so strongly to Eloise’s desire to make her family happy, even if it’s making you actively unhappy. As an oldest daughter, we want to make our family happy and proud. And it is hard to make that decision to step off the path that they choose for us and follow the dreams that we have for ourselves. Trevor was literally the perfect person to help her make that decision. Maple Hollow is the sweetest town and I loved how they go all out for Christmas. If this is a real town, I simply must visit. Trevor and his family are amazing and I loved how they just accepted Eloise instantly and how much they supported her. The banter between Trevor and Eloise (I loved Eloise book when I was a kid, by the way!) and how hard Trevor tried to let her know that he was truly interested in her as a person. If this book isn’t on your tbr, you need to add it right now!

Cute book! Perfect for the holiday atmosphere. Definitely one to read but seems very similar to other holiday romance books.

Eloise is a medical doctor in residency, burnt out and unable to face celebrating Christmas with her family and her boyfriend, a fellow doctor who is a bit of a egotistical jerk but meets her parents approval. She accepts an invitation to spend the holidays with her bestie's family in the cosy Maple Hollow. Only when they arrive she finds the one-night-stand she has been pining for over the last 6 months is her best friend's brother Trevor, who is about to take off traveling the world. So while she tries to avoid falling for him, she falls for his family - his mum is such a sweetheart and brings out Eloise's joy in baking and makes her rethink her future.

It's definitely got hallmark romance vibes, but with some spice. I'm not usually a fan of cheating, even if the partner is a jerk, but it did bring the tension and conflict. Overall a cosy holiday romance that I enjoyed.