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Summer Hates Christmas by Rachel Dove

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lifeasmrsbaker's review against another edition

4.0

"Summer Hates Christmas" by Rachel Dove is a delightful and heartwarming tale that proves that even the most unlikely pairings can lead to unexpected love.

Set against the backdrop of a small town during the holiday season, the story follows two characters with seemingly opposing views on Christmas. Dove's writing captures the essence of the festive season, immersing readers in the magic of holiday traditions and the charm of community connections.

The characters are endearing and relatable, each with their own unique quirks and pasts that unfold as the story progresses. As their paths cross and they find themselves thrown together, the book beautifully explores themes of transformation, forgiveness, and the power of opening one's heart.

"Summer Hates Christmas" is a heartwarming blend of romance, family, and the spirit of the season. While the premise may sound like a classic opposites-attract story, Rachel Dove infuses it with genuine emotion and authentic character growth, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read.

If you're seeking a feel-good holiday romance that will warm your heart like a cozy blanket, "Summer Hates Christmas" is a perfect choice. Rachel Dove crafts a story that captures the joy of the holidays and the beauty of love that blooms in unexpected places. So, grab a cup of cocoa, snuggle up by the fireplace, and let this charming tale whisk you away on a journey of love, laughter, and the magic of Christmas.

recapturing_themagic's review against another edition

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challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

fubpg's review against another edition

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emotional medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No

0.25

ionalawrence's review against another edition

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emotional reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

kirstyreviewsbooks's review against another edition

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4.0

Summer Hates Christmas by Rachel Dove

I received an advance review copy for free thanks to Rachel's Random Resources and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Blurb

Summer Hastings hates Christmas. She loves sunshine, the beach and running her travel agency, sending people off to their dream destinations – even if she doesn’t get to see the world for herself. For Summer, Christmas is nothing but a reminder of all the things that have gone horribly wrong in her life, so when handsome Noel Pritchett moves his pop-up Christmas shop in the store next to hers, Summer is livid.

Noel loves Christmas…and he also has a sneaking suspicion that he might be falling in love with Summer, if only he could break through the armour she has surrounded herself with. Just why does Summer hate Christmas so much? And can Noel be the one to prove to her that life can be sweet all year round?

My Opinion

This was an enjoyable festive book but it was heavier in places than I would expect from a Christmas book - although the main character does hate Christmas so I should have known to expect the unexpected. It was easy to get lost in the drama contained within these pages and I felt myself at the end long before I was ready. Do not be fooled, this is not your average Christmas book, but it is still a delightful read.

Rating: 4/5