Review: In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren

In a Holidaze

by Christina Lauren

October 6, 2020
336 pages

Goodreads Summary:

One Christmas wish, two brothers, and a lifetime of hope are on the line for hapless Maelyn Jones in In a Holidaze, the quintessential holiday romantic novel by Christina Lauren, the New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…but not for Maelyn Jones. She’s living with her parents, hates her going-nowhere job, and has just made a romantic error of epic proportions.

But perhaps worst of all, this is the last Christmas Mae will be at her favorite place in the world—the snowy Utah cabin where she and her family have spent every holiday since she was born, along with two other beloved families. Mentally melting down as she drives away from the cabin for the final time, Mae throws out what she thinks is a simple plea to the universe: Please. Show me what will make me happy.

The next thing she knows, tires screech and metal collides, everything goes black. But when Mae gasps awake…she’s on an airplane bound for Utah, where she begins the same holiday all over again. With one hilarious disaster after another sending her back to the plane, Mae must figure out how to break free of the strange time loop—and finally get her true love under the mistletoe.

Jam-packed with yuletide cheer, an unforgettable cast of characters, and Christina Lauren’s trademark “downright hilarious” (Helen Hoang, author of The Bride Test) hijinks, this swoon-worthy romantic read will make you believe in the power of wishes and the magic of the holidays.

Review

I've read my fair share of Christina Lauren books and they were either a hit or a miss. I'm so happy to say In a Holidaze was a hit for me! It's the perfect material for a Hallmark Holiday movie.

In a Holidaze gave me all the Christmas vibes. The featured found family was a rowdy but wonderful bunch. From the festive cooking to their delightful activities, each moment was full of meaning. So symbolic. I loved it.

I'm a big fan of Mae and Andrew getting together. Their chemistry was unreal once feelings were revealed. Every heated look, every flirtatious exchange between them were off the charts hot. So delicious~ They absolutely were meant to be together.

The only thing I found kind of lacking was the time-travelling bit. I wish it was explained better. Mae had a lot of valid guesses but we never got a clear cut answer. It's not a crucial detail but personally I like knowing.

If I was to choose two words to describe In a Holidaze they would be heartwarming and romantic. This is just the book to pick up for the upcoming holiday season. I highly recommend it!

*I received a digital Advance Reading Copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own and not affected in any way. Any quotes included in my review were taken from the eARC I received.