I loved this!!!! It was such a fun read and really enjoyable. I definitely recommend it. Thanks so much to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC on exchange for an honest review.

The premise of this book was so great; enemy to lovers, marriage of convenience, grumpy/sunshine and some minor forced proximity.

Hendricks is a grinch, and Ava LOVES Christmas. When Ava started working for Hendricks as his assistant, she knew he'd be hard work, but didn't imagine he would propose a mutually beneficial fake marriage to help get him a client, and her a step up in the industry.

In general, I really loved the story, and there were parts the relationship felt really authentic. I loved that Hendrick's mellowing wasn't entirely linear, and that Ava also mellowed her attitudes.

At times I felt the dislike was too intense and exaggerated, and started from nowhere; they were getting along just fine, then with minimal explanation, they're suddenly mad at each other.

I wish we got a bit more of a drawn out saga of an ending, I would love to have seen how this couple slowly transitioned into a real relationship.

All in all, I enjoyed this and would definitely read more from this author, particularly Christmas stories, because she did such a fabulous job of capturing the feeling behind Christmas. Her writing made me feel really warm and fuzzy, and this would be an absolutely perfect read in the lead up to Christmas.

Thank you to Katie Bachand and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy for review.

I had not heard of this author before, but decided to take a chance.

This book has the commonly used plot of boss and receptionist embarking on a fake marriage only to develop real feelings. It is a plot you see frequently, usually set at Christmastime. Despite this, it was still a fun read.

A lightweight, simple read that can easily be finished in an hour.

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this book in return for my honest opinions.

This was a cute story. A bit Hallmarkishy for my taste but overall it was okay.

Thank you to NetGalley and Katie Bachand for the E-ARC

All thoughts and opinions are honest and my own.

Hendricks Cole and Ava have to pretend to be married so Hendricks can work with Camryn Wren.

Hendricks is an architect that wants to design her new house for the directors retirement. Wren is the director of Christmas movies with the common theme of husband and wife so Hendricks decide he needs a "contract" wife for Christmas. Ava is his new assistant and they know each other well enough to pull it off. They are able to convince Wren of they are married and the people to design her home. By the end of the month, Ava turns Hendricks from the Grinch to a Christmas lover and feelings start to grow between the two of them.

Hendricks and Ava go from faking feelings to having true feelings in this cute quick Christmas read.

Fun, crazy, grumpy, Christmassy, entertaining and oh so easy to read. And this quote sums it up for sure.
"THE WORST CHRISTMAS WIFE is hilarious, heart-warming, and the perfect Christmas love story."

I loved it, read it with ease, smiled, laughed and enjoyed. This is Christmas and this is a fun book to read to get you in the Christmas mood and spirit. Fun, short and sweet, cute and very readable.

Thank you NetGalley and Katie Bachand for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book.

This was such a fun feel good Christmasy read I enjoyed it so much and is very short so you will definitely finish it in one go
It was so damn cute
Thank you Netgalley for the arc🫶🏻🫶🏻

I did not finish this one, it was not for me, I couldn't relate to the characters, and just did not care for the story.

A fun festive read, the story of Hendricks and Ava. He needs a take wife to help him get ahead with work, but what happens when real feelings get involved?

A quick Hallmark-movie-like read. Cozy Christmas time story perfect for when you’re craving that sweet easy read this time of year.

The Worst Christmas Wife by Katie Bachand was a very enjoyable holiday romcom!

This was an adorable book that had many layers that kept me engaged in reading the entire time.
A fantastic book that was hard to put down.
I found myself smiling through the hole book, and it was difficult to put down once I picked it up.
This book truly had me so hooked with every word.
The writing is amusing and sweet. The characters are charismatic, supportive, and endearing.
Heartwarming, relatable, compelling, funny and oh so sweet!
I adored it and will be looking forward to her next upcoming title.

"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

Thank You NetGalley and Katie Bachand for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

Cute holiday grumpy x sunshine, boss x employee, fake wife, billionaire romance. I enjoyed all the Christmas and decor descriptions, it really came alive in my mind.

Sweet romance book centered in romance, it gives hallmark vibes but in the best way possible. I would have loved to read it on December, to get totally in the mood for the holidays

If you are a fan of Hallmark movies and those just as sweet moments, this is your book. :)

Three stars because they didn’t kiss before marry me moment.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a complimentary ARC of this book.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book! Lots of family interaction and many interesting characters. The plot moved right along, and I liked the ending!

“The Worst Christmas Wife” by Katie Bachard is a delightful, lighthearted read that truly captures the essence of the holiday season. This heartwarming tale is akin to a Hallmark movie in book form. It is a perfect choice for those seeking a cozy and feel-good Christmas story.

Katie Bachard’s writing style is engaging and relatable. While it may not offer groundbreaking plot twists, it more than makes up for it with its heartwarming message and the warm, fuzzy feeling it leaves you with. In the world of holiday-themed books, this is a delightful addition that will leave you with a smile on your face and a renewed appreciation for the magic of Christmas.

I love great christmas stories with love and a grinch :)

It's very funny to read and the story is great, all the things that happen.
I love her friends and her family and also Mr Grumpy Boss.

Have fun reading!

"The Worst Christmas Wife" is giving Hallmark Movie Channel, hot cocoa, and plaid blanket vibes. Gruff architect Hendricks Cole ends up with Christmas loving interior designer Ava as his new assistant. Desperate to get a job with the queen of Christmas movies, he promotes Ava from assistant to wife - fake wife, of course. Thus begins a frantic push to design the perfect home. Hendricks comes to realize that Ava's ideas are necessary to a successful pitch, and that Ava herself might be necessary to a successful life.

As a Christmas lover, I really enjoyed the descriptions of all of Ava's Christmas obsessed decorating. I did wonder, however, how her designs hit the remainder of the year, I also found Ava's single-handed installations of decorations and even furniture more than a little unbelievable. I did love Ava's roommates and her family. Sweet with small traces of spice, just like a Hallmark movie.

4 stars. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a complimentary ARC of this book. The opinions herein are my own.

Christmas obsessed Ava finds a new job just in time for the holidays. Her new boss, Hendricks, and her could NOT be more different. He is grumpy, obsessed with his work, AND does not celebrate Christmas—whereas, Ava is optimistic, family oriented and LOVES Christmas. Will her new job work out? Will they get along?

I could not put this one down! It was pretty short read and I absolutely read it in one sitting. It’s a sweet holiday, grumpy/sunshine romance with a happy ending. It was very PG—think Hallmark movie—but still kept my attention. I think it was the suspense of their butting personalities and them trying to resist each other that kept me hooked. I loved all of the characters and their personalities. It was fairly predictable at times, but I still loved it!!

I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a cozy holiday (PG) romance!

Thank you NetGally and Katie Bachand!!

3.5✨

Ohh! This could easily been a 4 or 4.5✨ read but the ending felt so rushed 😭😭😭 still I enjoyed it so much!! And I was fully invested in this one and couldn’t stop reading it!! The plot is basic and it’s a quick read, also the characters are very well written, I loved them!! Would recommend this to read if you want a quick Christmas romance read.

Tropes: GrumpyxSunshine, Boss assistant romance, fake relationship, cosy Christmas reads, Workplace romance