WARNING: This review contains spoilers.

“In A Holidaze” is a romance book centered around Maelyn Jones, who is preparing to spend the holidays at a cabin in Utah that her family has stayed at every Christmas for many years. As she’s traveling home from her and her family’s last stay at that cabin, she blacks out, and ends up stuck in a time loop, time-traveling back to the moment that their vacation starts, which gives her many chances to find romance, particularly with her longtime crush.

I thought that the time-traveling aspect of this book made the plot a lot more interesting and made it stand out amongst other romance books I’ve read because it’s something that I don’t see very often in a lot of books in this genre. In addition, I loved the romance that happened throughout the book and I loved watching Mae find love over the course of the story. This was my first Christina Lauren book, it definitely did not disappoint, and I would highly recommend it to any fellow romance readers.

In a Holidaze is Christmas Groundhog Day style! Mae and her family spend every Christmas in a cabin in Utah with family friends. This is their last Christmas in the cabin. Mae makes a wish for the universe to show her what will make her happy, She is in a car accident and when she wakes up she is on her way to Utah again. She relives the day over and over again every time something goes wrong. I loved the characters in this book and the descriptions had me right there with them. This was a wonderful Christmas book! I received an advanced readers copy and all opinions are my own.

Looking for an engaging holiday romance that is fresh and funny? Christina Lauren's "In a Holidaze" is the perfect gift to give yourself. Despite numerous laugh-out-loud moments, this is a tender book about family, enduring infatuations, and finding yourself before you can find love.

Quick synopsis: As the yearly family-and-friends holiday at a vacation cabin comes to an end, Maelyn has too much eggnog and finds herself making out with Theo, the friend-like-a-brother who is a man whore. Worse yet, the makeout session is witnessed by Theo's brother Andrew, the friend-who-is-the-unrequited-love-of-her-life. Maelyn confesses in horror to Benny, Ye Olde Wise Uncle, who advises it's a sign from the universe to get over Andrew and move on to maturity. But after leaving the cabin and on the way to the airport with her family, there is a car accident, and Maelyn wakes to find herself Living the Vacation Over Again. In this comedic variation on "Groundhog Day," Maelyn is given numerous opportunities to recover and redo the Christmas holiday.

Characters are richly drawn, the plot is snappy, and there's just enough uncertainty to keep readers guessing about the final resolution. For those searching for fun and frolic during the Christmas season, treat yo' self -- this one is a winner.

Happiness was the key in “In a Holidaze.” This story was holly, jolly, merry and oh so bright. My heart was so cozy, warm and full of joy reading this sweet holiday story by the queens of romance Christina Lauren. I think I smiled the whole time.⁣
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Mae’s family returns to this cabin in the snow filled woods with her parents best friends families since they were all kids. This year, many unexpected things happen that causes Mae to question herself and their family; which leads Mae to time traveling and reliving the week of Christmas at the cabin until she finds her true happiness.⁣
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This story made me want to cozy up to a fire under a blanket and sip hot cocoa watching snowfall and just binge this magical story. It was perfection. ⁣
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Every single character in this story was so wonderful. Andrew was the sweetest and most observant man. Mae was kind and creative and loved this family they created to pieces. Her parents supported her. Her little brother always had her back. Benny was an incredible uncle. Andrew and Theo’s parents were so wonderful. Even Theo had a great heart. ⁣
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This was the perfect story in general and an even more perfect holiday story! 🎄 ⁣
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Thank you @netgalley and @gallerybooks for an ARC for my honest review.⁣
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If I didn’t already love reading Christina’s books, after this one I would sure be hooked. This story came to me in a time that I needed heartwarming and humor. I couldn’t put this book down.
It’s like Groundhog Day with more of a romance feel Mae’s love for her family, her long time crush Andrew, and throw in a little drama Make this the perfect book to snuggle up with on a cold fall/winter night. Trust,you won’t be disappointed.
“ I ask the universe simply : Can you show me what will make me happy.?”

What does happiness look like? Would you be prepared for it if the universe gave it to you? Maelyn Jones has just one wish after leaving her favorite, snowy cabin at the holidays, to find happiness. She thought she knew what happiness was, but after her favorite time of year at her favorite place on earth turns south, she realizes she is just coasting through life. She asks the universe to show her happiness, but she's not at all prepared for what comes at her! The universe has her holidays on repeat until she can figure it out, but will she find her happiness in time?

This was my second CL book, and I wasn't sure what to expect, but I love anything with the warm, holiday feels, so I was pumped to give it a shot! What could make you feel better than snow, the holidays, family, friends and traditions? I will admit that I almost gave up on this book though. Once it hit the "Groundhog Day" of the story, it lost my attention and I thought about putting it down, however, I decided to stick with it, knowing how much everyone loves CL stories, and it didn't disappoint. I loved that the author used the holidays on repeat, but didn't beat it into the story, rather let it be on the back burner for the rest of the actual plot. This was a delightful, feel good book that has made me a fan of Ms. Lauren!
Thank you to Netgalley for my ARC in exchange for my review and honest opinions.

This book is a perfect escapism nugget. It is Groundhog's Day with a side of childhood friends to lovers. This book is sweet and charming and I would recommend it to those looking for a lighthearted holiday romance with signature Christina Lauren humor and heat.

A NEW FAVORITE ROMANCE! Christina Lauren has done it again and this one might be my favorite. This is a Groundhog Day Christmas romance that has your classic tropes turned on their heads. I loved the romance in here, the character were so compatible and it was just sooo sweet.

Amazing! Christina Lauren have done it again. Love their books and the stories.

Maelyn life has always been okay, but she is not happy. The only true happiness she’s ever felt was during Christmas. Her mom, dad and brother along with their family friends have always spend the Christmas together in a cabin in Utah. Its tradition. But this year it didn’t go as planned. Maelyn has had a crush on Andrew for over 16 years. She is in love with him, but her family has always pushed her toward his brother Theo. They were born months apart and have been best friends from birth. But her feeling for Theo are completely different than they are for Andrew.

Without ruining the book, on the last day at the cabin she was told that it was being sold and it would be the last time they would be there. So on her way to the airport she made a wish. This wish had her reliving the week over and over again. What was she missing, what did she need to do to make it stop. But could she let down her guard down and be who she really wanted to be and be with who she wanted to be. When she finally makes the choice after the 3rd time reliving the week and says f*^k it and does what she always wanted. She tells Andrew how she really feels about him. What can go wrong, she’s in a loop anyways and she will just restart at the end of it. Be careful what you wish for.

I received this ARC for my honest review and opinion. I highly recommend this book. Andrew is amazing and I 100% see what Maelyn sees in him.

4 stars!

The cutest Holiday romance to get you in the Christmas spirit. This was much different than their past novels in my opinion, and much more Adult vs. YA focused. It also sprinkled in elements of time travel which was so cute. I felt like I was watching a move while reading it -- and I never wanted to stop!

If you love the movie Groundhog day, then this book is for you. I loved the repeating days bit and the slow build toward the romance. Mae is stuck repeating the same stretch of days all because she asked the universe a question. The universe is working towards helping her achieve her happiness and shenanigans occur. I enjoyed Andrew waking up to the possibility of a relationship with Mae. And everyone needs a Benny in their life. Another wonderful book by this duo.

Im not a huge fan of books that go back in time and repeat the day over and over but somehow with the magic of Christmas the authors made this one work! It’s a very cute Christmas story that would make a fabulous hallmark movie! I highly recommend for a fun light read!

I squealed when I finished this book; it was that good.

I generally have yet to be disappointed by a Christina Lauren book, but man, they really hit it out of the park for me in this one. Unrequited crush on a family friend? Check. Possible love triangle? Check. Surprise time travel à la Groundhog's Day? Check. Endless holiday cheer? ERMAHGERD CHECK.

I love speculative fiction. I love romance. I adore Christmas. I couldn't love this book more.

Actually, that's not strictly true -- I could have done with some more heat in this one -- In a Holidaze is definitely more of a fluffy read than a steamy one, but it's Christmas, so I'll allow it. This is a very cute, low-angst, cozy read that pairs very well with hot cocoa with lots of marshmallows and fresh gingerbread.

I'll be reading this again when the snow falls.

Thanks so much to NetGalley and Gallery books for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was a solid 3.5 stars for me! I love Christina Lauren and was so excited to hear they were doing a Christmas book! I absolutely loved the setting of Park City but the Groundhog Day theme threw me for a bit of a loop. I felt like the beginning was a little slow paced as she was going back to the same day over and over. Once we got past that, the book really picked up for me. Loved Mae and Andrew and enjoyed that Mae was really true to finding herself in the end. Really enjoyed getting to know all the characters and the tight knit family bond. Has me excited for the holiday season! Would recommend to anyone looking for a fun holiday themed romance and more!

Wow, I really enjoyed this story! This is the first book I have read by Christine Lauren and it was a wonderful Christmas story. This book went more in depth then most Christmas stories and when I was done reading it, it felt like the story was complete. Definitely a Christmas story that will give you the feels!! Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for a chance to read an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This is one of those books that I liked but didn't like at the same time. I feel like this team of authors is a hit or miss for me. I either really love their books, or I am just "eh" with their books. With this one, I'm a little above "eh" but not in love.

I like the premise of the plot. It's cute. And I thought it would be fun. Each time that time went back to the same day, I found myself a little bored. I just wanted the story to get on with the good stuff. I started to lose patience with the whole "groundhog day" scenario.

The characters were okay for me. I didn't love them, but I did like them. I did want to see them get their happily ever after given everything that happens in the book. I just didn't feel a huge connection with them until isht hit the fan. Then all bets were off.

Overall, this is a cute book. I may have been a little underwhelmed in the first part of the book, but it did pick up. I am glad I read it. It's sure to be a hit with many!

I will ALWAYS one-click anything and everything Christina Lauren writes. This duo is one of my favorites and even if some of their books aren't 5-star reads, they are still enjoyable.

I absolutely loved this book. Not only was I ready to get in the holiday spirit (this year has been one for the record books and can't end soon enough), but the story was original and help my interest the entire time!

I can't wait to get my hands on more books from these two lovely ladies!

I was so excited to read this book. Any Christina Lauren book is a fun read for me. In a Holidaze was a slow start for me, the time loop was not something I enjoyed. I liked the characters, all of them! In fact, I'd like to know a little more about them. The setting for the story seems like so much fun. I love tradition and am slow to change but this book made me think of all the fun I could be missing by being tied to tradition.

This is a cute holiday read that also involves a time loop storyline. The main character, Mae, is well written and interesting, and you're rooting for her to find a way out of this predicament. The side characters that make up the rest of this chosen family are also very well done and the depiction of a blended and chosen family itself is a nice part of the story. In the end, the story ends up more romance than time travel, but it would still be a light and entertaining Christmastime read.

Christina Lauren books are a must read for me. I've read almost all of their books, and I have loved all of them. But this one fell short for me. I loved the characters, as always, but the time loop did not do it for me. I personally did not enjoy that aspect of the book. Once she got to experience time without it starting over, I really started to enjoy the book.