Another clever rom-com by the Christina Lauren writing duo. I was a little uncertain of the 'groundhog day' path it was going down, but was relieved that there were just a few 'begin-again' moments in the plot. The main characters are lovable, have fun, playful banter, and their connection gave me warm, fuzzy feelings. I was expecting a little more development of the Theo/Mae relationship before this book picks up to have more tension, but I am guessing that was intentionally vague/abandoned to strengthen the Mae/Andrew storyline. (Maybe?)
I read this in one delightful sitting, Can't wait to add it to my CLo bookshelf this fall!
ARC thanks to #NetGalley and #GalleryBooks

This book was a very heart warming read with wonderfully created characters and a well written storyline that made this book a very enjoyable and worth while read!

Thank you NetGalley for a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Mae is having the quarter life crisis of the century: she hates her job; moved back in with her parents; her "family" is selling the cabin that Mae and her family go to every Christmas; she's been in love with the same guy for 13 years that doesn't know she exists; oh, and she's stuck in a time loop until she figures out what makes her truly happy.

My opinion of this novel may be a bit biased since I am already a huge fan of Christina Lauren. At first, I was hesitant to fall in love with this novel. The time loop plot has been very popular in recent novels (In Five Years, Recursion, etc.). I liked how the authors used the time loop for character development. Mae reminds me so much of myself in terms of fearing change and fear of voicing her feelings. The time loop allowed her to find her courage, be bold, and ultimately be happy.

I absolutely loved how this novel also incorporated so many different characters. It gave that family feel that is expected with the holidays. Each character had a purpose in the plot, even if the character seemed minute in the moment. The romance was slightly steamy, as to be expected from Christina Lauren. This book truly gave all the holiday warm and fuzzies like your favorite Hallmark Christmas movie (and to be honest, I cried at the end). I would highly recommend this book to those who love a good romance or those who are die-hard Christina Lauren fans.

Wow, what a greàt book about family bonds, finding love and learning to be yourself. While over christmas at a family friends cabin Maisie realizes hoe much she loves the cabin and spending time with her family. She just does not realize that she will be having the same 5 days with them over and over again. Then she realizes she has the opportunity to change how these do-over days go and how her life should ad well. Loved the relationship between her and Andrew and did not want the story to end!

I was so excited when I was approved for this book and I was not disappointed! I loved it, I read it in one sitting

This was not my favorite book. It seemed to be a somewhat juvenile story but with adult characters. I never felt any real emotion for any of the characters. The Groundhog Day plot started out as an interesting premise but the time loop got old really fast and just didn't work for me. The story seemed to plod along without any real character or plot development. There was an interesting parallel between losing old family/friend traditions and finding new love, but it fell flat for me. There were a few entertaining scenes that were mildy humorous, but predictable.

I am not going to lie, I was a little hesitant about the whole Groundhog day like premise but I love what Christina and Lauren write so I was willing to give it a go and boy was I not disappointed! Maelyn Jones and her family have always spent Christmas and most major holidays in a cabin in Park City with a group of people that not blood but definitely family. Mae isn't sure exactly where it all started to go wrong this Christmas but making our with the wrong Hollis brother is certainly the cherry on top. On the way back to the airport after being told that the it was their last Christmas in the cabin and it will be sold Mae asks the universe for a way to show her how to be happy the next thing she knows is that there is a car wreck and she's back on the plane heading to Utah for the beginning of the holiday. This rom-com is a delightfully fun and fast read perfect for any time of year. 10/10 recommend!

What a fun book! I was afraid it would be too steamy but I really enjoyed this to get into an early Christmas mood. Definitely the best of contemporary romance - great banter, cute plot, believable relationship. Loved it.

I love these authors! like alwaus It was pretty enjoyable. I would give this book a 4.5 star rating! It was a pretty Quick and easy read

A funny take on getting chance after chance to make things right! Maelyn made an epic Christmas mistake and when she thinks it’s behind her she wakes up only to have to repeat the day over again! There’s something she misses each day and it’s not until she can save more than her love life that she can finally move forward!

I love Christina Lauren and this is one Holiday book you don’t want to miss.

Christina Lauren creates a fantasy world in her new book In a Holidaze and keeps you in a holiday daze while reading about the magic of wishes during the holidays. Maelyn is caught up in a whirlwind of reliving the holidays after making a Christmas wish only to find romance and satisfaction in life. It is an exciting read-- encouraging the reader to cheer on Maelyn.

I absolutely loved this book so much I couldn't put it down and devoured it in one day. This is book is perfect for the fall; curl up on the couch with a blanket and a hot toddy and transport yourself to the festive and supportive family that is featured in this novel. I think everyone can relate to the main character, Maelyn Jones, a young woman who's kind of in a life slump and is nervous to take leaps personally and professionally. But when she's stuck in a weird "Groundhog Day" loop, she puts fear in the rearview mirror and moves towards risk taking without worrying about the consequences. I loved all of the supporting characters particularly Benny who just seemed like a cool, chill, supportive "Uncle" that never judges anyone's choices. I also loved the message of how you can choose your family and that families can remain even if parents separate. I also wanted to be a member of this family. The chemistry between Andrew and Maelyn was so sweet and sincere. I believed that they had known each other their whole life and I really liked the slow and then fast progression of their relationship. All in all, I was so sad to finish this book but so grateful that I got to experience it.

This was such a fun book to read! It was the romantic Christmas version of Groundhog Day. I was really rooting for Maelyn and really liked all the characters in the book. This is definitely a book you will enjoy and I can't wait to read more from this author!

Reading a Christmas book in August because I am just too excited for Christina Lauren's next release!!! It may be set during Christmas, but it really could have been set any time. This is another take on Groundhog's Day, but the duo delivers it without repetition of events - which always bothers me in Groundhog's Day-like stories. Continue with their romance and chemistry between characters that they are so well-known for! This is going to be a great fall/winter romance!

Thanks to Gallery Books and NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

An entertaining and well written regency romance. Good plot and character development. I highly recommend this book. I received an advance ebook from the publisher and this is my unbiased review.

Two and a half stars. I was ready to quit at 25% in but stuck with it. It definitely got better, but I could never quite shake what irked me about it. While I'm a huge fan of romance novels, I loathe plot lines where it's implied that the woman needs a man to complete her life. In this story, it's a specific man but it still bugged me.

Mae gets stuck in a Groundhog's Day situation when she makes a wish that The Universe will show her what makes her happy. Suddenly she's back on the plane six days ago, on her way to her annual family Christmas celebration. Mae learns from her past visit, and each time she wakes up on that plane to try again, she makes changes in her life. The biggest change is that she finally tells Andrew she's had feelings for him since they were thirteen.

The writing is funny, though feels cheesy at times. I didn't like Mae much and couldn't get behind what she was doing. The plot was predictable and moved a bit too fast. I didn't like this as much at the authors' previous books, and probably wouldn't recommend it.

A holiday romance that warms the heart, In a Holidaze is the story of Maelyn Jones. Mae is at a crossroads in her life. She lives with her parents, hates her job, and will probably never admit her true feelings to her childhood crush. After her family holiday in Utah ends miserably, Mae is convinced she may never be happy, so she throws out a wish to the universe: Can you show me what will make me happy? Suddenly she finds herself in a time loop, reliving the same holiday over and over again. Fed up with how things keep turning out, Mae finally feels empowered to go for what she wants, slowly realizing her happy ending is not as impossible as she once thought.

The writing duo of Christina Lauren never disappoints. I really enjoyed this book. I didn't particularly like the time loop as a plot device. While it served as a catalyst, it also felt arbitrary and wasn't properly explained. The book is better once you get into the main story. The cast of characters is amazing, and the romance is sweet and satisfying. Overall, highly recommend!

Five out of Five stars!

Is there a book or subject Christina and Lauren can’t write about? I don’t think so! I was hesitant to start this because 1) it’s the middle of Summer and 2) I wasn’t quite sure about the story line. Let’s just say I read the entire book in one sitting and am about to re read it. It was sweet, funny, sexy, laugh out loud and charming! This is JUST the book we need it 2020.

Groundhog Day the movie meets a cute holiday romcom.

I really enjoyed this book and the modern day take on Groundhog Day. I do wish there was a little more of the do-overs as it seemed to end quick and transition into the final version of her week though.

Full review to be posted closer to publication day.

This was such a sweet, quirky and cozy rom-com. I was a bit worried about how this story line would go because of how overdone it is, but I was pleasantly surprised. It reminded me a lot of my own college friendships and even my own family vacations.

These characters read to me like a bunch of teenagers which confused me a bit because they are all actually adults. Their choices all seemed a bit juvenile. But, that was a very small aspect that I didn't like about this one. Overall, I thought this was such a fun and comical holiday story. It'll definitely get you into the right mood for the holidays.