Endearing!

I love the banter, I love the push/ pull, I love the side characters, but most of all I love the journey Cat and Noah take us on as they find their way.

I voluntarily read an advanced copy.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.

When I requested this book from NetGalley, I didn't realize it was a republishing of a book I'd already read. It was so fun to dive back into this book and these characters. It's the perfect cozy book for any holiday fans and if you like HGTV shows then this is definitely the one for you. I love Cat and Noah and their story is the perfect holiday romp during these cold nights.

Synopsis:
There's only one thing standing in the way of Cat King saving Merry, Connecticut's Christmas festival: Grumpy town manager Noah Yates.
Single dad Noah takes his responsibilities seriously. When a late season hurricane turns his town into a disaster, he's left scrambling to pick up the pieces of the town he loves.
At least, until home renovation expert and smoking hot reality TV star Catalina King arrives with a camera crew and a budget big enough to put the town back together again. But Noah doesn't want a celebrity diva capitalizing on their tragedy or filling his young daughter's head with visions of glitz and glam.
Blonde bombshell Cat is used to being underestimated, but Noah has an uncanny knack for getting under her skin. They can't be in a room together without rubbing each other the wrong way…except that time in the dark alley where the rubbing was just right. Can these enemies work together to pull off a Christmas miracle or will their fighting leave them both on the naughty list?

TV star Catalina King is doing extremely well. She has forced herself into the male dominated world of home repair and remodel and hopes to teach other women the trade. Now she is heading for Merry, Connecticut which has been devastated by recent flooding. She had been there before to redo a home for her friends, and sadly the home will need it all over again. She contacted town manager Noah Yates, but was warned to stay away as he works to recover his town in time for their Christmas events, a major source of their yearly revenue. Cat has no intention on waiting for his permission as she arrives in town to aide in the rescue and clean up. She even assisted a grumpy town manager to rescue one of their elderly. They battle with words, as Noah always prepares for the worst, but Cat is a woman of action. Could she be what he has needed all this time? Will he finally bless the day when Cat blew into this town? The witty and hilarious dialog and the engaging characters made this a pure pleasure to read! I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (paytonpuppy)

Ahh this book was so much fun to read, the enemies to lovers banter and steam was super fun 😭 also, I loved the Christmas cheer!

This book deals with the devastating after effects a hurricane has on a small-town and the MCs' efforts to rebuild, and in a way this story resonated with me since my home city also went through a massive flood and a cyclone, in back to back years? I loved reading the rebuilding aspect of this book, it was so wholesome.

This book is also set a few years after Mr. Fixer Upper, and it was amazing to see Paige and Gannon again, and all that they've achieved personally and professionally over these years!

TWs - mentions of domestic abuse and a depressive household as a kid (MMC's past), mentions of misogyny in the workplace

-- ty to the author, the publisher and Netgalley for an advanced copy!

* I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley. Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for this book. All thoughts are my own.

3.5 stars

It was cute and I liked the characters, I just ended up liking the first book more. Maybe it was the storyline? I’m not sure but I would still recommend this one.

Cat's story was just as fun as her brother Gannon's in Mr. Fixer Upper. I loved the Christmas romance in a small town and seeing characters from the previous book too. It was entertaining to watch the town of Merry be rebuilt after a hurricane (of which I can totally understand because I've lived through one). Great Christmas story and of course Lucy Score is always a fun read!

Thanks to Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review. All opinions are my own.

Publication date: 10 October 2023.

Thank you for this ARC. Loved this book but I love everything by this author. I will definitely recommend to all my followers and friends.

Like Mr. Fixed Upper, I read this book a few years ago when it was indie published and though I don’t always remember specifics about books from years past, I did remember I loved this one. I was thrilled to revisit it. I love Paige and Gannon, but I LOVE Cat and Noah.

Cat mobilizes to create a holiday special for her home renovation show’s network in a small town ravaged by a hurricane. Cynical city manager Noah has an aversion to all things reality television and fears the show will exploit the pain of his community, and he make it his mission to make things as difficult as possible for Cat. When the two starting looking a little closer at the other and rethinking their assumptions, sparks fly.

I love Cat, and I love any time a woman gets to prove anyone who underestimates her wrong. The tension between Cat and Noah is so charged, and there is never any question that the underlying attraction is there. It’s an enemies-to-lovers storyline done so well. Their chemistry is intense and burns not, the mutual respect they gain as they get to know each other is lovely, and the understanding and support they find with one another is so tender and sweet. Their relationship dynamic is a perfect mix.

It was also a delight to check in with some favorite characters from the first book as well as meet a whole host of new ones in the townspeople of Merry. Noah’s daughter, Sara, is great on her own, but she also really adds a layer to Noah’s character that helps shape who he is. Shoutout to Cat’s assistant Henry for being awesome as well.

This is a perfect holiday romance to me, but also just a great read any season of the year. It’s one of my favorite Lucy Score books.

This book could easily be a hallmark movie! I haven’t read mr. Fixer upper (the first in this diet) and overall it didn’t make a difference although I could definitely tell at the beginning that it was not the first book on a series. Cat is so much fun. She’s a work hard, like really hard, occasionally play hard hgtv esque reality star and contractor set on saving the town of Merry’s Christmas despite “Mr. No” Noah’s reluctance. Not going to lie it took a long time for me to warm up to Noah, he is far too judgy of Cat at first but once they move past that it’s a sweet romance. My favorite part of the whole story was that a thing the town of Merry come together after a hurricane wrecked the place. Having lived through a hurricane flood (not going to lie, the beginning set off my flooding ptsd a little) I really felt for the town and love getting to see Cat and her crew bring the buildings back to life. Overall this was a sweet and spicy enemies to lovers full of Christmas spirit!

A great cozy romance for the holiday season.!! Actually it will be the anchor title for our holiday romance table. Love to see Cat get her love story!

Loved this romcom by Lucy Score. Second book in a series but can be read as a stand-alone. Gives off HGTV vibes with a splash of Christmas. Wonderful found family storyline, along with a bit of grumpy-sunshine from the main characters.

Thanks to NetGalley for this book in exchange for my honest review. Looks like maybe the book was re-released recently with a new cover. It’s out now!

Cat and Noah absolutely complement each other perfectly in this story. Cat — who needs to drag Noah out of his shell and show him how much fun life can be when he’s not, seemingly, a bit of a jerk. While on the other hand Noah provides Cat with the support and stability she so desperately needs.

The banter is spot on perfection, not that I expect anything different from Lucy Score. This enemies to lovers romance is sure to please as Cat holds nothing back, and while sometimes it may backfire, sometimes it’s perfectly timed.

Lucy masterfully writes these stories that give you a swift kick in the gut much like Micalea Smeltzer. The characters easily break that cookie cutter mould — complex, real and very relatable as a whole. I absolutely adored that she made Cat the loud, outspoken firecracker in lieu of the male lead. Sometimes I feel like it doesn’t happen enough and Lucy got it just right.

The Christmas Fix by Lucy Score is a heartwarming enemies-to-lovers romance set in the hurricane-ravaged town of Merry, Connecticut. City manager and single dad Noah Yates clashes with reality TV star Catalina King, who arrives in Merry with a crew to film a holiday special. Their witty banter and simmering attraction give way to a deeper connection as they work together to save the town's Christmas festival and help the community recover from the disaster. The story beautifully explores themes of family, co-parenting, empowerment, and love, making it a delightful and substantial holiday read with a touch of humor and a lot of heart.

Noah is the grumpy town manager who tries to pick up the pieces of his town after a hurricane. Cat is a reality star with a big budget who can fix the town. They dislike each other right away...

Love the small town and christmas feel. Nobody does small town stories better than Lucy Score. Love the characters. The dialogue is terrific. A fun rom-com.

Thanks the publisher for the arc.

Well, well, well... What an unexpected surprise this story was! Where "Mr. Fixer Upper" missed the mark for me, this story definitely delivered in leaps and bounds!

I loved Cat in Mr. Fixer Upper, and I loved her even more in this story! She was the epitome of a realistic, believable and admirable FMC.

As for Noah, who wouldn't love this cranky, caring, beautiful man? He was ridiculously annoying at the beginning of the story, but I grew to love him as an MMC pretty quickly.

Their enemies-to-lovers dynamic was incredibly believable. Their banter was enjoyable and hilarious and made the realization of their feelings that much sweeter when it finally happened.

I've said multiple times that I'm not a huge fan of single-parent romance novels. But, when done well, as it was in this case, it can actually be an excellent trope. Sarah was such a wonderful addition to their dynamic. She softened Noah's rough edges and brought out the sweeter side of him.

If you'd told me that this story would make me cry actual tears, I would've called you a liar! But, guess what? This story made me ugly cry on so many occasions. Cat's pain from being torn between Noah and her career was so well-written and real, it made my heart break a little for her. And when she was panicking and pushing him away, he was so sweet and patient and continued to wear his heart on his sleeve.

There are very few rom-com couples that I've enjoyed reading more than I did Cat and Noah.

4.5 ⭐️

Noah and Cat. Recommendation- I would probably read Mr. Fixer Upper first, just so you have Gannon and Paige’s story read…but not required.

Gannon’s sister Cat, has her reality TV series and she’s looking for a spot to film their Christmas special. When a hurricane comes through the northeast side, Cat wants to help out the town of Merry, a town she once filmed in. That’s when she decided how to do both. Help out the town, all while filming, on the network’s dime, in order and time to save Christmas. She didn’t expect every decision to have push back though; Noah. The town manager, Noah. The grumpy, Mr. No, not in my town, hot, sexy..oh wait, I mean pain in the butt, Noah.

Not in my town. It is Noah’s job to make sure everyone in Merry is safe and out of harms way. After the hurricane hit, numerous people are without homes and businesses in their small town and the last thing he will allow is someone coming in, hmm Cat, and exploiting his town’s hardship for TV viewership.

But more often than not, things may not be as they appear. Cat starts to see the softer side of Noah and Noah starts to see the good that Cat wants to do in his town. So they both find a better avenue than arguing…a hotter, steamier avenue. But all good things must come to an end as Cat is only in Merry for a short time. Or is she?

Such a sweet but steamy read to put everyone in the Christmas spirit. Loved when Cat finally saw the softer side of Noah and learning of his childhood. You just want everything to go right for him. And of course we knew Cat’s intentions but reading Noah view and learning she was tattoo girl was so heartwarming. Great read leading up to November and December.

The Christmas Fix by Lucy Score is the perfect holiday read that combines sizzling romance with the spirit of Christmas. Cat King and Noah Yates are a dynamic pair, clashing at every turn, yet their undeniable chemistry sizzles. Lucy Score weaves a tale of enemies turned lovers, set against the backdrop of a small town's Christmas festival in peril. The tension between Cat and Noah is electric, and their journey is filled with both witty banter and heartwarming moments. This book delivers all the festive feels, steamy romance, and a touch of holiday magic. It's a delightful, must-read addition to your Christmas bookshelf!

I adore Cat and the town of Merry. I was going to wait to read this book closer to Christmas, but I couldn’t wait. So happy I didn’t. However, I might reread it during the holiday season

“Oh, you’re risky. I could fall for you, and you could just walk out of my life onto the next job, the next guy, the next adventure. And I’d just be left remembering.”

“I love you, Catalina King. I didn’t mean to, and I’m not sure how it happened. But I’d be a fool if I just let you walk away.”

-enemies to lovers, single dad, small town 🎄
-tv reality star Cat and her reno crew come into town just in time to save Merry’s Christmas festival 🔨🪚👷‍♀️🧱
-between being town manager and single dad to 12 year old Sara, Noah has enough on his plate. He doesn’t have time for anything, except maybe bickering with one sexy and spicy Cat
-the story didn’t pick up until about halfway but still thoroughly cute and fluffy
-lots of lovable characters and great support systems between each other
-thank you to NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books for this ARC

3.8⭐️

★ ★ ★ ★ //5

The Christmas Fix
by Lucy Score

THOUGHTS:

I want to thank NetGalley, the publisher and the author for giving me the opportunity to read an e-arc in exchange for my honest review.

Ahhhh Lucy does it once more but holiday style. I gobbled this one up faster than I ever thought imaginable. This book is a must read during the holidays (Christmas holiday that is). Enemies to lovers is one of my ultimate favorite tropes and this gave that vibe and I couldn’t have been happier how it went. I loved Noah and Cat and loved how their relationship developed and grew and loved their story. The ending of this book was exactly what I was hoping for. I couldn’t ask for more in this book—it delivered. You need to pick this book up and read it, it’s a must read for sure!!!!