Loved it. Beautifully written story ❤️ love the characters, Megan and her family and Christian and his family. Their easy banter and chemistry is superb. Feel good book with festive vibes full of laughter, love and fun. Haven't read the book about Andrew and Molly but they are so adorable, I will read their book too. A perfect read for a cosy evening.

this was such a sweet christmas fake dating story! i loved how they met again after 5 years when he helped her escape her wedding, it was so fun reading about them and getting to their HEA! the spice was great and it was such a good christmas read! sweet a cute read that was so easy to enjoy!

Catherine Walsh delivers another frothy and festive romantic comedy, a follow-up to Holiday Romance. Set in the countryside near Dublin, this fake dating/forced proximity romance is filled with family drama and all the holiday tropes. Megan, self-exiled runaway bride and daughter of a wealthy and successful single mom, hasn't been home for the holidays since she left her high school sweetheart at the altar. Christian, middle son of a farmer, has been running from family expectations and avoiding relationships ever since his "bad boy" youth. Both need to go home for the holidays, and both are dreading it, so OF COURSE the best solution is to do each other a favor and become a "fake couple" for the holidays. Attraction exists from the beginning, but Megan and Christian keep each other at arm's length until the slow burn between the can no longer be ignored.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and bookouture for the advanced copy of Snowed In; I have been so excited to read the second in the series after enjoying Holiday Romance last year.

Snowed In follows Megan and Christian in a “fake dating” romance, where both are trying to escape their families for different reasons. Megan hasn’t been home in 5 years and doesn’t want to face her mothers annual holiday party alone; Christian doesn’t want to show up to Christmas dinner as the only member of his family that’s single. I mean, what could go wrong? Megan and Christian both grew up together, are from the same town, their families know each other… I am sure it will all be smooth sailing.

Surprise, it was not! This book had some laugh out loud moments for sure, with witty banter and funny circumstances. If you’re looking for a holiday romcom with a happily ever after that will make you swoon, then look no further.

This romance was adorable!! It definitely had some serious undertones throughout the story which made it more dynamic than a fluffy rom com.

what to expect:
- fake dating
- old friends to lovers
- healing
- Christmas cabin vibes
- open door romance

I don't think I've had this much fun reading a book in a long time and this was exactly what I needed!😆

Megan hasn't gone back to her hometown in five years after running out on her fiance(who was the town's favorite) on their wedding day. So, when she bumps into her school friend Christian at a Dublin bar, he comes up with the perfect plan to get through the holidays - they return together to their hometown while pretending to date each other! Megan will have the buffer that she needs when she meets old friends and attends her mom's yearly fundraiser, and Christian will have a respite from the sympathetic eyes of his 'coupled-up' family members. With such an excellent plan, nothing could go wrong right?😆😂

This was so much fun and it's probably my fave holiday romance from this year. It was sweet, funny and touching, while not being too trope-y either. The relationship development between Megan and Christian felt very natural and effortless - from acquaintances to friends to fake dates and something more, while maintaining the attraction between them. Both of them were excellent characters individually and I loved watching them reconnect with their families while falling for each other. And another thing that surprised me pleasantly was the steam 😆(can't judge a book's steaminess with the illustrated covers these days😂). I loved watching Megan grow and confront her controlling ex - who was pretty good at hiding everything under a good guy persona. And Christian always had her back! Also, bonus points for the lack of third act drama!❣️✨

Anyway, I think you should definitely read this one if you're looking for a fun holiday romance that has the right amount of everything! It comes out on November 1st!❣️✨

I loved this book! Catherine Walsh writes the best rom coms.
I'm going to read holiday romance next.

Catherine Walsh might be one of my new favorite authors! Her writing style and humor are exactly my cup of tea. And this was one of the cutest, coziest, funniest Christmas books I’ve ever read!

Although Megan may have resisted their fake relationship at first, she and Christian made such a great pair. Their connection was so easy and genuine. I loved the efforts they made for one another and how supportive they were of each other. Their relationship was sweet… and became steamy as well!

If you like:
funny dialogue
faking dating
NO THIRD ACT BREAK-UP
forced proximity
friends to lovers
sweet and thoughtful gestures

… then you’ll love this book!

I did hope for just a little more out of the ending, though, especially with the epilogue, which focuses more on other characters than it did Megan and Christian. But, if you’ve read the first book in the series, you may really enjoy the epilogue.

I also struggled a little at times with keeping the side characters straight. Again, if you’ve read the first book (or if you’re good with names), that may not be a problem for you. But there were a lot of characters in this book, and sometimes that took me out of the story because I either mixed a character up with another one, or I couldn’t exactly remember who they were.

Even still, I loved reading this story and watching Megan and Christian’s relationship grow and develop. It would make the perfect winter read, especially if you’re “Snowed In” ;)

Thank you, NetGalley and Bookouture for an early copy of Snowed In (out 11/01/23.) All opinions are my own.

If you're in need of a read that will whisk you away to a winter wonderland, you're in for a treat! This book is as comforting as a snug, old sweater, effortlessly transporting you to the holiday spirit. It's like sipping cinnamon-spiced cider by a twinkling tree, with a pinch of sharp humor and a whole lot of Christmas enchantment.

The story oozes holiday charm and wintry magic, enveloping you in a soft, fuzzy embrace of festive joy. From the very first page, I was completely engrossed, and that magical spell held me captive until the very end. It's the literary equivalent of a beautifully wrapped gift, concealing layers of enjoyment and depth waiting to be unveiled.

It all kicks off with a bang when our runaway bride, making her escape from her own wedding, quite literally crashes into Christian, a blast from her grade school past. The sheer awkwardness of the situation sets the scene for some hilarious encounters. As the tale unfolds, it's a roller coaster ride of emotions, from astonishment and amazement to heartwarming moments. It's all the more amusing when, five years later, fate conspires to bring them back together. Our protagonist, trying to drown her sorrows in spilled wine at a bar, finds herself face-to-face with the very person she'd once tried to evade.

The story takes a delightful twist as these two, bound by a festive faux pas, decide to join forces as each other's merrymaking make-believe partners. From Dublin to a charming small-town Christmas, their journey is filled with holiday hilarity and delightful deceit. Megan and Christian make for a couple that's so easy to adore, their chemistry igniting like a firework in the snowy night.

This book is your ticket to an enchanting world of merrymaking, sprinkled with the right dose of Christmas enchantment. So, if you're ready to embrace the holiday season with open arms and a whole lot of laughter, this book is your perfect companion. Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for granting me the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest opinion. It's a festive, funny, and heartwarming holiday treat!

Catherine Walsh does it again with an adorable, cozy romance perfect for the upcoming Christmas season. Charming characters and banter, a beautiful setting and detailed storyline makes this totally engrossing. I love a romance that goes more in depth with the characters and their stories and this totally fit the bill. I couldn't put it down and read it in less than 48 hours.

I LOVED this book! LOVED! This is the PERFECT holiday book. The banter, the chemistry, everything about this is absolutely perfect. Yes please!! 5 🌟

Megan hasn't been back home in 5 years- since she ran out on her wedding and moved to Dublin. She has been seen as the town pariah since and has no reason to show her face again until her mom insists she comes for Christmas since her brother Aiden will also be in town. Cue Christian- hometown bad boy who witnessed her running out on her wedding and happens to run into her in Dublin right before her trip home. They decide to take the pressure off both of them that they will accompany each other home as a "couple."

What I liked: Megan, Christian, Christmas setting and the banter- OH and the spice :)
What I disliked: the almost cheesy Hallmarky way that all the characters in her home town were snarky and holding onto grudges five years later and that her former fiance kept insisting they talk. And also the reasoning that she left him in the first place, as it seemed kinda anti-climatic and not sure why she even got dressed for the wedding anyway if was that resolute, ha!
All in all, cute holiday read and thankful I got to read it early!! Thanks Netgalley!

Megan has been hiding from her hometown for four years. She was a runaway bride, leaving the village golden boy at the alter unexpectedly. Now that she has to return to visit her family for the holidays, she is dreading the whispers and the questions. Luckily, she runs into Christian, an acquaintance from her hometown. The two of them cook up a fake dating scheme that will allow them to lean on each other for those tough moments at home. Only the fake dating starts to feel too good and they begin to fall for one another as they navigate their family and hometown drama.

I enjoyed this book from the start! This is the second book I've read by Catherine Walsh and I am looking forward to reading more of her work. There is such a delightful quality to her books and they have a true rom com quality to them.

Megan and Christian have great chemistry and it makes their fake dating ploy more believable. I was interested to see how Megan's past would affect them falling for one another. For a good portion of the first half of the book, the mystery surrounding Megan's runaway bride situation was in a cloud of mystery. When it was finally revealed, I felt sad that Megan had to isolate herself because of a decision that she made in the name of what was best for her. Christian was an sweet hero, taking care of Megan when she needed it most.

This book is as much about the relationships between the main characters and the supporting characters. All of the family and townspeople in the book played an important role of why Megan and Christian were so guarded towards others. I am glad that they went on a journey of healing and resolving their conflicts so they could be in a place to accept love.

Pick up this book for a fun, adorable, and sometimes steamy holiday romance!

Steam level: 🔥🔥🔥
⚠️: toxic romantic relationship

💭 ᴍʏ ᴛʜᴏᴜɢʜᴛꜱ:
A solid holiday read. This has all the feels and coziness you want in a holiday romance. I loved both Megan and Christian. I loved their banter. I'm a big fan of the fake dating trope; making this evil pact that never goes as planned. I was rooting for Megan from the start, I instantly felt there would be more to the runaway bride than met the eye. I did see most of the twists coming, but like the cliches of Christmas romance, I loved it. A bit deeper topics where added to make both MC more relatable. Such a heartwarming, quick and light read.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🤓 ʀᴇᴀᴅ ɪꜰ ʏᴏᴜ ʟɪᴋᴇ:
Holiday Romance
Multiple POVs
Fake Dating
Close Proximity Romance

ꜱʏɴᴏᴘꜱɪꜱ:
𝘔𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘯 𝘪𝘴 𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘨𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴. 𝘚𝘩𝘦’𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘷𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘩, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘦-𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘭 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘭𝘦𝘧𝘵 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘨𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘺 𝘐𝘴𝘢𝘢𝘤 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘢𝘳 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘨𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘪𝘨 𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘺. 𝘚𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘥𝘰 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘢. 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘴 𝘩𝘦’𝘴 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘩𝘦’𝘴 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘥𝘶𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳.

𝘊𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘯’𝘴 𝘧𝘦𝘥 𝘶𝘱 𝘰𝘧 𝘣𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘊𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘮𝘢𝘴. 𝘏𝘦 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴𝘯’𝘵 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘦 , 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺’𝘴 𝘴𝘢𝘥 𝘦𝘺𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘧𝘵 𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘴𝘪𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘶𝘱. 𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘩𝘦’𝘴 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺, 𝘵𝘰𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺, 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘦.

𝘚𝘰 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘔𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘣𝘶𝘮𝘱𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘊𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘋𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘶𝘣, 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘶𝘱 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢 𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘦𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯. 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘺’𝘳𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘧𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳, 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳.

I read this book because I enjoyed Holiday Romance. This book was very enjoyable, and I wish that Catherine Walsh would become a more popular author! :)

It follows the "fake relationship" trope with Megan asking former bad boy Christian to go to their hometown for Christmas as a couple. Megan hasn't been home for Christmas since being a runaway bride at her wedding and has been deemed the one at fault. The truth does eventually come out for Megan, and as predicted, sparks definitely fly between Megan and Christian.

The ending of this one was cute, and it does help to have previously read Holiday Romance but isn't necessarily. I definitely recommend this book!

Catherine Walsh can always be relied upon to provide an engrossing read and this book is no exception. Got to love a Christmas read!

This was one of the cutest book I’ve read this year!
Even though we’re still a bit away from Christmas I really can’t wait to feel the holiday spirit, and this book was just perfect to start putting me in the right mood.
The chemistry between the couple was obvious from the first pages and it was executed divinely. Also very appreciated was the fact that there wasn’t too much unnecessary drama.
All in all this was one of those books that you can’t put down and that leaves a stupid smile on your face.

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for an honest review

I loved this story! It's such a fun read. Megan ran out on the hometown golden boy on their wedding day and hasn't returned since then. Christian is tired of his family feeling sorry for him being single during the holidays. Then Christian and Megan bump into each other at a pub in Dublin. They were classmates growing up and haven't seen each other since the day that Megan ran away from her wedding. Since they're both from the same hometown they agree to pretend to be dating so they can have support when they return for Christmas. Once they return they are dealing with friends, families, old flames and a bit of drama. This was a fun Christmas rom com. I loved everything about it from the characters, the friendships, and the story of them getting back together as they see their families and face Megan's friends who she hasn't seen since she ran out on her wedding. It was laugh out loud funny in several scenes. Also, Molly and Andrew were featured in a previous story of Catherine Walsh's so I need to go back and read that as well. This was a warm and cozy, fun Christmasy read.

Thanks to Bookouture, Catherine Walsh and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I enjoyed reading this book! Definitely gets you in the Christmas spirit. After reading this I also want to be in a cabin while it is snowing outside ❄️
Thanks for my ARC!

I cannot stress enough how much I absolutely adored the quick, witty, smart dialogue in this book 🥲

The characters fly off the page. Their chemistry is written so well. Their relationship with each other, family, and friends is so relatable and refreshing 💯

If there is one holiday book you read this year, let it be this one ❣️

There’s some type of magic sauce Catherine Walsh puts in her books. BRB while I go read her entire backlist 🧐

Read if you like:

✏️Childhood classmates to lovers
💕Fake dating
😇Good girl falls for bad boy
👰‍♀️Runaway bride
🇮🇪Ireland
❄️Forced proximity
💧Hot tubs
🥗Vegetarians
👩‍👦Your siblings
❣️Grand gestures
👚Homemade knitted sweaters