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Tuesday, 10 October 2023

Book Review: The Ex-Mas Holidays by Zoe Allison

The Ex-Mas Holidays is written by Zoe Allison. It is a fun, Christmassy rom-com second chance at romance novel. 

Set in the Snowy Scottish Highlands. Maya Bashir has lost her house, job and boyfriend and has had to move back in with her parents. Her father is very interfering and critical and isn’t impressed when she starts working part time at the local ski resort where her former boyfriend, Sam Holland, also works. She first meets Sam in very unusual circumstances. He is working as a naked butler at friend’s Christmas party.  There is chemistry between the pair but also lots of issues that need clearing up thanks to someone who interfered in their relationship in the past. Sparks fly, but will there be love or slush under the Christmas tree. 

The novel is a Christmassy, heartwarming, cheerful read that also touches and deals very well with the issue of toxic relationships and emotional abuse. This is what sets it apart and above the traditional rom-com romance. 

This novel is more than just relationships but also family and friendships. Other themes drawn out in the storyline include how  misunderstandings and miscommunication plus outside interference and meddling can destroy a relationship. The characters are all relatable to the reader and the storyline is well throughout and well paced.

I received this book via Netgalley and GQ Digital  in exchange for a honest review.

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