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Everly is a workaholic. Due to an incompetent assistant who is the niece of her partner, Everly is now on a cruise that she was not expecting. No phone, internet or TV. Everly discovers a different side of her self that had been laying dormant, she realizes that family and a future she can be happy in are all that matters. This is a feel good Christmas story that will make you feel warm and fuzzy and even laugh!! Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and author for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. 5 stars!!

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I received an ebook copy of Jingle All the Way from Net Galley. I am a Debbie Macomber fan. This story kept me reading late into the night. Everly (Daisy) and Asher are relatable characters. I did find the ease of Daisy taking a month off of work a bit unbelievable. A high powered owner of a Chicago business, to agree to leave for a month just didn’t seem realistic. What are the odds that Asher’s only brother lives in Chicago? Set those aside, and become a traveler with Everly (Daisy). Fall in love. Escape from your pressures, relax and enjoy!

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Many thanks to the Netgalley and the publisher for providing me a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoy Debbie Macomber's stories. They include likable characters, gentle humor, romance, heartwarming scenes of forgiveness and reconciliation, with an underlying strong moral compass without being preachy.

"Jingle All the Way" is no exception to this. It's a lovely story about two people, who appear on the surface to be very different, coming together under unusual circumstances. I don't want to give any of the story away but, there's a bit of an adventure story prior to the Christmassy part of the story.

It's not at the level of "The Turn in the Road" (Blossom Street #8) which I totally love and have re-read multiple times but just a nice, sweet story with a HEA ending. So, brew up a nice cup of tea, curl up in your favorite armchair, and give yourself a nice treat by reading this novella.

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I received this ARC from Netgalley for giving my honest opinion. This book is your typical romance novel. It is about Daisy aka Everly that chose a.career over marriage and was sent on a cruise down the Amazon, by an incompetent/revengeful assistant she then meets Asher...I won’t spoil the story but you can guess what follows.

This was a light read and at some points very repetitive. If you want something to read in a short period of time and you like this genre then it might fill the bill but it lacked substance and engagement for me.
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Jingle All the Way by Debbie Macomber is a delightful holiday read that will get you in the Christmas spirit and a longing to travel spirit. However, a cruise down the Amazon is quite a challenge and the 'accidents' in this book will have you laughing out loud. Read this holiday romance and discover Everly and Asher's exciting interludes and see why Debbie Macomber is one of my favorite authors.

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Daisy Lancaster is the middle—2 older sisters & 2 younger brothers. She changed her name to Everly to be taken seriously in her Chicago real estate company. But when her incompetent assistant books her on what is supposed to be a luxurious holiday cruise in Brazil, she gets a reality check that forces her to re-examine her life and reconnect with her family.

Debbie Macomber’s Christmas romances have been a go-to for me when I’m looking for a feel-good story. While not my favorite, the book did satisfy.

Thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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A different kind of story from Debbie McComber. Starts out with an Amazon cruise and ends up in a great Christmas story. Really liked this book!!

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This was a cute enjoyable read that took my mind off of all that is going on! Everly's incompetent assistant books her for a cruise---but it is not at all the cruise she is expecting! Several mishaps during the cruise cause her to develop a special 'friendship' with naturalist Asher Adams. It was a sweet story and fun read! I love Debbie Macombers book and this one didn't disappoint. Thanks you NetGalley for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review!

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Debbie Macomber offers up another enjoyable Christmas-themed novel. The only thing stopping him t from being a five-star read is that I found it a little short on the Christmassy details that her seasonal books typically offer.

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Thank you Netgalley for allowing we go read this book early. I am a big Debbie Macomber can and read all of her books. I especially enjoy reading her Christmas ones. Daisy thought that she would be enjoying a two week relaxing cruise to the tropics, but is booked on a two week guided cruise in the Amazon I thoroughly enjoyed the chemistry between the two main characters Daisy and Asher. I liked this book and cant wait to read Debbie Macombers next one.

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This is a sweet & charming book.
I really enjoyed reading it.
A romantic story that pulls on your
heartstrings from start to finish.
Everly, is an overworked & extremely
stressed executive. She's finally had
it with her incompetent assistant.
After speaking up, Everly, is asked
to take an extended vacation.
Her "assistant" insists on arranging
her travel plans.
Asher, is the naturalist on the cruise ship
Everly just boarded. He just knew that
if she would die without the internet,
it was going to be an interesting trip.
You never know what fate has in store
for you when it comes to love.
A MUST READ!!

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Jingle All the Way, A Novel by Debbie Macomber
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine
Genre: Romance | Women's Fiction
Release Date: October 13, 2020
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I always love how reading a Debbie Macomber book makes me feel. Her books are always heartwarming and have a simple message woven into this story.

I could definitely relate to the main character burying herself so deeply into work that she missed out on personal connections and relationships. I found the message of disconnecting and taking time away from work & stress to find what you truly want to be inspiring.

I really enjoyed reading this book. The story moved quickly and it was a fast read. I loved reading the letter from the author and how she found her inspiration for this book! While I wished there was more Christmas, I found this to be a wonderful December story!

I'm so grateful to Ms. Macomber, Random House Publishing Group, and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy of this ARC ebook in exchange for my honest review.

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I am a huge Debbie Macomber fan. Her Christmas stories are usually all I need to get in the spirit of the holiday. I'm glad I read this book in August because it isn't a story that will get me in the spirit of the season. Jingle All The Way is our annual Macomber Christmas gift but it just doesn't give enough. While the premise of the story is interesting, including a cruise down the Amazon with piranhas and a native kidnapping, the characters and storyline development just seem to skim the surface. Jingle All The Way is a cute story and would probably make a good Hallmark movie, it just isn't one of my favorite Macomber stories.
I voluntarily received a copy of this book from NetGalley.

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Thank you to the Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced copy for an honest review. Everly (whose real name is Daisy) lives the corporate world, she is overworked and never takes time off for herself. Her business partner tells her she must take a month off and he is booking her on a cruise. Unbeknownst to him and Everly is is a Brazilian cruise that literally is not meant to lounge by the pool....it was booked by his niece who isn't a Everly fan. On the cruise, Everly becomes ill after being bitten by a mosquito (this was the second book I have read by this author where a character becomes quite ill after being bit by a mosquito. Makes me wonder if this happened to the author.) Asher the naturalist on the ship was assigned to care for Daisy (as he calls her) and you can't help but root for these two. Reading a book by Ms. Macomber you can't go wrong, she makes you feel like you are right there, you can picture the story and she makes characters that you love and others not so much. Always love, love her books.

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Macomber's latest holiday abook is a treat. Everly, also known as Daisy, is a workaholic who has distanced herself from her family. Her spiteful assistance Books her on an Amazon cruise and her adventure begins. She meets the ship naturalist and the chemistry is strong. But is it just a ship romance? My favorite scene is when Everly gave Asher the wake call he needs. The message is grab life with gusto and enjoy it. It's a good holiday romance.

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Debbie Macomber, the author's name alone ensures that you will find a book that is entertaining, enjoyable and one that you will love. This book has all those characteristics and more. We are going through some rough times and this book allows the reader to step inside her fictional pages, sit back and relax. My thanks to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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This is the only Christmas book you will read that includes indigenous people of the Amazon rain forest and piranhas. Everly/Daisy is booked on a cruise, but she doesn't know it's an Amazon River cruise. Asher is the naturalist on board. Hijinks ensue. Over half of this book takes place in Brazil, which you would never know from the cover. The title has absolutely nothing to do with the book. It seems like the cover and title were chosen and whatever what written was just put inside it.

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An enjoyable Christmas book! Even though the “Christmas” portion was only the last 25% of the book, it was so cozy and heartwarming! This was a fun read of misadventures and made me laugh out loud. I always love a good feel-good story and this one definitely put a smile on my face! My thanks to the publisher for the advance reader in exchange for my honest review.

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Love reading books from this author. It's Christmas time. Everly (daisy) is taking a much needed vacation and the whole month off of December. When she gets to the ship for her cruise. Its not what she thought. Her assistant booked her on a surprising adventure and everly was not prepared for. To hear more read the book.

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Ahhhhh... Debbie Macomber you did it again. Wonderful story in a wonderful setting. Perfect way to get in the mood for the holidays. A cozy blanket, a cup of eggnog, and this book are all you need.

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