This audiobook is wonderful! The full cast does not disappoint.

This book has wonderful Hallmark Movie vibes. So if you're looking for a comedic, steamy, holiday romance, this book is for you!

I was familiar with these MCs going into this book because they had been mentioned in Lauren Blakely's "Love and Hockey" series that had a few releases leading up to this book. But since my first reading of this story, I have gone even further back in the Lauren's catalog and have been delighted to see them pop up there as well!

This is my first book by this author and i absolutely loved it! Great flow, character development. I just wanted to keep reading it! Thanks for the ARC!

This was cute and man, do I wish it was winter already!!!
After almost giving up on the romance genre, this really surprised me.
This was cute but not in a roll your eyes kind of way.

I received this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I love the fake dating trope, and this one delivered. Paired with a cozy winter setting, and it's set for an awesome holiday read.

Super cute cozy holiday rom-com. My first Lauren Blakely book and I'll definitely be reading more! Well developed storyline and characters, perfect spice with story ratio. A good read all around.

This was so much fun. A Christmas themed , he fell first, grumpy billionaire, fake dating, one bed, delight! It's a quick read and will have you laughing and cheering along the way. Spice is spicing. While it's a stand alone I would recommend reading Lauren's other books in the Love & Hockey series as many of the characters pop into this one.

Loved this book! Will be the perfect holiday book this year! A fake dating romance, swoony characters, reindeer games, and the Christmas spirit. So lighthearted, adorable and an absolute gem of a book!

A fun, festive, and slightly spicy holiday romance!
My Favorite Holidate by Lauren Blakely delivers a charming mix of humor, romance, and holiday spirit. Think: "spicy Hallmark movie."

Wilder is a billionaire, Fable is his employee, and their relationship unfolds in a fake dating setup—with bonus tropes like single dad and office romance. I did feel the book could’ve been a bit shorter, as some parts dragged and a few subplots weren’t really needed. But overall, it’s a solid holiday read that left me smiling.

Thanks to NetGalley and Atria Books for the chance to read and review!

The perfect little holiday escape in the middle of summer! This festive romcom had me smiling, swooning, and already looking forward to my future Christmas reads. With fake dating, a sweet single dad, workplace shenanigans, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, it checks all the cozy romance boxes.

That said, it’s definitely a spicy one—🌶️🌶️🌶️—and I personally had to skip through some of the graphic scenes, which did take away from the experience a bit. BUT the audiobook? Absolutely fantastic! With a full cast of amazing narrators, including favorites like Erin Mallon, Jason Clarke, and Andi Arndt, it brought the story to life in the most fun and festive way! 🎧💕

I also really loved the heart behind the story—it wasn’t just laughs and spice. There were sweet, emotional moments woven in, especially around the single dad storyline, that added depth and warmth. The characters had great chemistry, and their journey from fake to real feelings felt natural and satisfying.

Plus, the holiday setting added just the right touch of magic and charm. If you’re in the mood for something lighthearted with a festive twist and top-tier audiobook narration, this is one to keep on your radar—whether it’s December or June! 🎅🏼📚✨

Sinopsis en español:

Se busca: multimillonario caliente para hacerse pasar por mi novio de Navidad. Debe estar dispuesto a poner celoso a mi ex infiel besándome bajo el muérdago en las fiestas navideñas. Bono si lo haces llorar".

Para sorpresa de Fable, su jefe multimillonario, Wilder Blaine, está más que dispuesto a asumir el desafío de interpretar a su novio de vacaciones. El sexy padre soltero necesita desesperadamente un plus uno para una boda de Nochebuena, donde él es el padrino y ella es la dama de honor. Con su ex también en la fiesta de bodas, los dos se unen como un par de insta-lovebirds para la temporada de vacaciones. Su asociación incluye participar en la competencia anual de Navidad de una semana de duración que conduce a la boda de destino nevada.

Lo que comienza como noches tardías elaborando las mejores bolas de palomitas de maíz para el concurso pronto se convierte en una noche apasionada juntos, donde las chispas entre ellas son imposibles de ignorar. Pero cuando terminen las vacaciones, ¿puede su romance en el país de las maravillas de invierno convertirse en algo real en la oficina? ¿O están destinados a ir por el camino de un árbol de Navidad el día de Año Nuevo?



Reseña: 3.5⭐️


Lo disfruté, pero es demasiado largo para el tipo de trama.

First off thank you to NetGalley and Lauren Blakely for the ARC.

This checked all the boxes for a Christmas romance. There was holiday baking, reindeer games, costume contests, caroling, and don't forget the spice. I really liked that it had a great coparenting aspect to it. Wilder's relationship with his daughter and his ex was very wholesome. There was mutual pining while being in denial, and a bit back in forth with feelings. All in all I would recommend this if you are looking for a fun, christmasy read for the winter.

There were a few things that bugged me, with the title I was hoping there would be more holidays we would see them fake dating, it was only Christmas. Also there was little actual fake dating, they told a few people through out the book and were basically only lying to Fable's ex.

I adored this book! Wilder and Fable’s fake romance is magical enough to make reindeer fly! As usual we are taken on a wonderfully funny and sexy journey to a HEA by this amazing author. From beginning to end this story packs in so much of the good stuff, holiday and otherwise! I fell in love with Wilder and Fable together instantaneously! And his daughter Mac is just awesome! And of course as the fake relationship goes, it didn’t take long for it to feel very real as these two are perfectly matched!

ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

The perfect Christmas exists and it's in this book. What charming characters and surreal chemistry 🤧 this was one of the most enjoyable reads I've had this year. Flawless!!!!

Witty, Steamy, and filled with holiday cheer🎄

I enjoyed the tie-ins to The Romance Line and The Boyfriend Goal. I love this group of friends!

It was like reading a hallmark holiday movie that is just a bit too on the nose with all the tropes.
I enjoyed the story and overall had a good time reading. Fable (the main character) is hilarious and I love how she lets her thoughts be known to the reader.

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Some quotes I enjoyed or thought were ridiculous. Up to you to figure out which

“Mmm. Yes. That’s right. Take that eggnog, baby. Take it all.”

My bold designer who found a way out of the snafu like a queen. The way Fable flew out of here to grab a lint roller was one of the sexiest things I’ve ever seen.

This secret is clawing at my heart, nagging at my brain. Then, like a cartoon anvil landing on my head, I know who to tell. My friends Josie and Maeve, and of course Everly too. Josie’s a librarian, Maeve’s a painter, and Everly is the publicist for the Sea Dogs, one of the city’s hockey teams.

I don’t want a repeat of the other day where I fly in late and, I dunno, my bra detaches itself from my boobs and flings itself at my boss. I mean, that could happen. Sentient bras could be a thing and then an eye could get poked out.

When he lets go, I’m left with the scent of falling snow in a forest and a fresh new ache in my chest.

The tree topper is none other than my friend Hazel Valentine’s newest romance novel. I’m so proud of her, even though I really wanted her to name it Christmas is Coming. She said retailers might find that a tad too racy, so she opted for The Twelve Hate Dates of the Holidays, which works since it’s an enemies-to-lovers romance, obviously.

“Shut up and practice kissing me.”

“I always have emergency penises on hand.”

And oops. Did I accidentally let on that I’m still thinking about the way my boss tongue-fucked me on the couch in front of the Christmas tree?

A fake dating Christmas romcom? Sign me up.

Tie in a hot billionaire, a classic holiday competition, and an ex to make jealous? This has all the marks of a classic Hallmark movie style rom com that has me kicking my feet and in the holiday spirit way too early.

I did not want to put this down. The banter? The chemistry? This is something I can see myself reaching back each year to reread.

This book was a cozy Christmas read that had some very cute points and really focused on the two main characters in the book. I do wish it had more time spent on the wedding of the friends and family of the main characters. It made that wedding really seem like an afterthought and that could’ve been a cool aspect of the book to continue the love story during the wedding and the emotions they felt there instead of just really wrapping the book up at that point. Overall, I really enjoyed this Christmas read for anyone that loves Christmas romance books. This is what I would highly recommend. I haven’t read any of the others in this series, but based on how the book discussed, there were some previous characters that have most likely been in previous books

Thanks to the publisher, and netgalley for a copy to honestly rev

If Hallmark and Cinemax got together and wrote a book, this would be it. It has all the meet-cute, fake-romance-until-it's-real, and Christmasy elements of a Hallmark movie combined with the spice of a Cinemax one. I thought it was perfect!

Thank you Lauren Blakely and Atria Books for the ARC! Fake dating tropes are my favorite and I love watching them blossom into real romance. Add Christmas and billionaire boyfriend - sign me up! This was a really cute and quick novel. Perfect romantic escape with Wilder and Fable as they navigate fake dating in prep for their loved one’s wedding. Parts of the book were slow but overall loved it.

Thank you so much to the publisher and Lauren Blakely for this ARC! This book was the perfect festive rom-com escape, filled with heart, humor, and holiday charm. She blends fake dating with friends-to-lovers in a way that feels both cozy and electric like watching your favorite holiday movie come to life on the page. This book was a spectacular read and I absolutely enjoyed reading this book. With some of my favourite tropes ranging from one bed, billionaire single dad, workplace romance and of course the classic fake dating, this book had all the ingredients to the perfect, swoon worthy romance. From Fable's cheating ex to Wilder's nosy yet lovable aunt, the setup was both chaotic and charming. Watching the two of them join cohorts and slowly grow closer, all while pretending to be in a relationship to one-up Brady, was endlessly entertaining. Despite the story dragging a bit in the middle, I still found it to be a promising and heartfelt read. Their connection felt authentic, and by the end, they truly embodied the warmth of a real family. If you are a fan of sweet stories that are guaranteed to pull on your heartstrings, this book is absolutely for you!

Is there ever a wrong time to pick up a Christmas romance? Sexy, flirty, fun, My Favorite Holidate is “a very specific kink, and I am here for it.” Wilder is her fake boyfriend, fated for the curb like a dried up Christmas tree, but there is something real wrapped up in holiday packaging.

Thank you Simon & Schuster and NetGalley for this advanced reader copy!