I opened my holiday reading with a bang! The Santa Suit by Mary Kay Andrews is heartwarming and perfect for the season. I loved Ivey and her strength in taking a chance to start over, deciding what she wanted and going after it. How many people would decide they want to buy a farm, away from everything, then purchase it sight unseen? That has the potential for going very wrong, and while things do, she finds more strength and purpose. When she finds the Santa Suit and the note, her heart and curiosity about solving the mystery lead her to find the best parts of a small town and finding her place in it. Ezra’s place in all of it is the star on top of the tree.
This was a wonderful start to the holiday season. Grab a copy, some hot chocolate, a cozy blanket, and read in front of the twinkling lights.
Thanks to the publisher for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of the novel. All opinions are my own and freely given.
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I feel like Mary Kay Andrews can do no wrong. Even though I read this book outside of the Christmas season, it brought me there, which I loved. The characters and storyline had a bit of mystery to it, which i loved. A feel good story.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. I really enjoyed this book, it was cute and inspiring and it managed to put me in the Christmas mood. I loved the character and had no problem connecting with them. All in all a really light and enjoyable read.

Clocking in at just over 200 pages this is a sweet,quick read holiday novella.
Newly divorced Ivy Perkins buys and old farmhouse called The Four Roses sight unseen.
Ivy has no idea how much her move into her new home will change lives and it all starts with a decades old Santa suit found on a shelf in the top of the closet belonging to the previous owner.
In the pocket is a long ago written note from a child visiting Santa.
This starts the ball rolling on a search for the owner of the note and ends in a tender family reunion.
This sweet and tender book will get you believing in Christmas miracles.

Pub Date 28 Sep 2021
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.

The Santa Suit by Mary Kay Andrews is a fun Christmas story that I loved. Mary Kay Andrews is one of my favorite authors, she can write mysteries as well as romantic comedies. After her divorce Ivy Perkins buys a farmhouse, Four Roses, without seeing it first. While cleaning out the farmhouse which was full of stuff, she finds a Santa suit, with a note in the pocket. All this little girl wanted was her dad home from the war. Ivy was determined to fine the child to see if she got her wish. I found this book to be filled with Christmas spirit, and I highly recommend this book and this author, you won't be disappointed.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Ivy has just gone through a messy, devastating divorce. She wants to start all over and decides to purchase an old farmhouse, sight unseen, in a rural small town area. The actual buildings don't really live up to the picture online, but she will just have to work on restoring everything. The real estate agent is also an excellent handyman, so Ivy feels a little better. Ezra helps Ivy find help with things his handyman skills don't cover.
Even though the family of the deceased owner have taken a few things away, many items have been left behind. Ivy hears from townspeople that the couple who lived in the farmhouse took Christmas very seriously with lots of lights, decorations and they even were Santa Claus and Mrs. Santa Claus every holiday season. Ivy finds the Mrs. Santa Claus outfit and it fits her perfectly. When she pulls out the Santa suit there is a letter from a little girl that piques Ivy's curiosity. Can she find this little girl from long ago and renew her own Christmas spirit?
I know when I open a book by Mary Kay Andrews, I am in for a special treat. This beautiful novella charmed me from the very beginning. I am writing this a couple months before Christmas. This is one of the best Christmas tales I have ever read. It reminds us that Christmas is about more than the usual rush and activities and more about caring about others, becoming part of new traditions and showing love in many ways.
There is something extra sweet about small town holidays and their special celebrations. I'm a sucker for small town tales across different genres. It is really lovely that more authors are writing Christmas books than ever before. After the past couple years we truly do "need a little Christmas" as a popular song tells us.
If you only read one Christmas book this season, it needs to be The Santa suit.

This is a fun, light book about starting over. Ivy, who is recently divorced, moves to a new area. Upon cleaning out the contents of the new house she find a Santa suit with a letter in the pocket. She is determined to find the person who wrote the letter. Since this book is centered around Christmastime, expect a miracle to occur. I highly recommend this book!

The Santa Suit by Mary kay Andrews
This was a cute holiday short read about a post divorce woman who buys a house sight unseen to rehab. This is a common premise for this author and maybe not a good idea for someone who does not know what a monkey wrench looks like and cannot seem to do anything around the house herself except paint. But she finds friends and a man right away there is a very touching ending. it was a quick enjoyable read.

Cute story of starting over. Friendship. Sting women. Obviously set during the holidays and it has a Cottage that needs mending so perfect setting.

Ivy Perkins is newly divorced and wanting a fresh start. She steps outside her comfort zone and buys a farmhouse, sight unseen, in a quaint town. When she arrives with her dog Punkin she is surprised when she is met by the real estate broker, Ezra Wheeler. He is very helpful and explains the history of the house which was left in a state of disrepair. The Four Roses Farmhouse belonged to the Rose family known for their kindness and generosity especially around Christmas.

As much as Ivy wants to maintain her independence she realizes that she needs to accept the help of her neighbors. She meets a girl Phoebe at the diner who shares her online romance situation seeking advice. Although Ivy started to feel overwhelmed by the unexpected renovations needed, she slowly begins to find her place in town and with her neighbors.

She finds a box in her closet left by the previous owners with a Santa suit in it along with some other memorabilia from the past. She is intrigued by her discovery and seeks to learn more about the people who lived there.

It’s a delightful story that is easy to read and perfect to raise your holiday spirits.

Thank you to NetGalley and St Martin’s Press for the opportunity to read and review this book. My reviewed is my honest and unbiased opinion.

I love a story with a little bit of Christmas magic--- and The Santa Suit has just that! A little bit of mystery, a little bit of small town charm and a whole lot of romance blend together wonderfully to make this a fantastically fun Christmas read... the perfect blend of heart and whimsy. I personally love a hood Hallmark-like Christmas tale and to me, I couldn't help but feel this one had all the makings of a great one--- and I mean that as the highest compliment possible.

Now, because I do tend to review primarily Christian reads, I will say that this doe not fall into that category. That said, it is a fairly clean read. There is a little bit of language throughout, but not a ton. There it is also quite clear that the romance takes on a more physical aspect, however, it's all off the pages and not graphic at all, so for me personally I didn't have any issues with that.

Overall, I found this to be an enjoyable and quick holiday read that fans of holiday romances are sure to enjoy!

**I received a complimentary copy for consideration. All thoughts are my own.

A fun Christmas book where everyone has a problem that comes together in the end. The perfect book to read on a cold afternoon as there is a story there without all the fluff.
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The Santa Suit by Mary Kay Andrews sets the scene for the upcoming Christmas season with a delightful tale with new beginnings, New friendships, and discovering hidden secrets of the past. The importance of giving of yourself and your time is centerfold as mysteries unfold and romances develop. It was a great read.

As always, I love everything that MKA writes and The Santa Suit was no exception! This was such a cute and light hearted Christmas novel and it put me in the mood for Christmas trees and hot chocolate. I would highly recommend it to those who love MKA and if you’re looking for a fun Christmas novel. Thank you netgalley for my free copy.

Such a good Christmas Novella. The Santa Suit follows the story of newly divorced Ivy Perkins, who buys a farmhouse, site unseen. She is desperate to start a nee life and The Four Roses sounds like just the place to do that. The house hasn’t been emptied and she is surrounded by the previous owners, memories. She gets a bit melancholy with all the changes & the holidays coming up. While cleaning the house out, she finds a Santa Suit at the top of a closet, in the pocket of the suit, there is a note, wishing a little ones father comes home from war, at Christmas. Finding this note sets Ivy on a path of finding out who could have written the note. She goes to town and starts her research. While figuring out this mystery Ivy starts to heal and find peace. The town fits her and things are going well. Will Ivy find the owner or the letter? Can Ivy and her real estate agent become more than associates? I really enjoyed this one. Mary Kay Andrews I’d one of my favorite authors and this story didn’t disappoint.

This was a very sweet romance with a little Christmas magic. Ivy moves into an old fixer upper farmhouse and discovers a vintage Santa suit with a note inside its pocket. This begins a journey for a new life in a new place. Filled with a cast of down home townspeople and new friendships, the novel definitely gives you a warm "hallmark movie" feel. A romance and a little mystery complete the holiday wonderland.

A very sweet Christmas story that starts with Ivy buying an old farmhouse site-unseen, following her life being upended by divorce and losing the company she owned and ran with her husband. Ivy feels that she has lost her creative mojo, and is trying to get inspired by the creative aspects of marketing that she enjoys. Ezra, her realtor, ends up also being her neighbor, and a handyman that helps her make some necessary repairs.

Ivy finds that the house she purchased is still filled with the furniture, clothing, and furnishings of the previous owners. As she is cleaning out her bedroom, she finds an old Santa Suit that the previous owner, Bob, used to wear as the town Santa Claus. She finds letters, pictures, and other mementos of this time, but is particularly moved by a letter written by a little girl asking to bring her dad home from Vietnam. This one note send Ivy on a journey to learn more, and in the process, she finds new friends, new career motivation, and she may also be lucky enough to find love!

This is a very sweet small town romance, fans of Christmas stories, and the magic of the holidays will love it!

I received a copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Could Have Been a Hallmark Movie
This is a very sweet and magical Christmas story. It has everything a Hallmark movie could want. The ending is a pleasant surprise that brings all of the serendipity together. My complaint is a spoiler. The main characters are drawn to each other and end up in bed on their first date. It did not have to be that way. That keeps it from being a 5 star Hallmark and drags it to a meh, who cares? I received this ARC book for free from Net Galley and this is my honest review.

Lighthearted, sweet, and cosy!

The Santa Suit is a delightfully charming, uplifting tale that takes us into the life of Ivy Perkins as she meanders through all sorts of highs and lows, from a recent divorce, the end of her career, a handsome realtor, a new farmhouse that needs a little more TLC than she ever expected, and the mystery of a little girl’s heartfelt Christmas wish found saved in the pocket of a well-loved Santa suit.

The writing is sincere and smooth. The characters are engaging, supportive, and genuine. And the plot is a touching, somewhat nostalgic tale about life, love, family, friendship, community, taking chances, starting over, finding happiness, and the magic of the holidays.

Overall, The Santa Suit is a heartwarming, engaging, festive read by Andrews that reminds us to surround ourselves with those we love, stay open-minded, and always be excited for whatever comes next.

Follows a newly single woman, Ivy as she decieds with her divorce she needs to uproot her life and start completly over by buying a sight unseen farmhouse. Cute romance story to read for the holidays but didn't have much more substance than that.