This has been my first holiday read of the season and it DELIVERED! It had all the things I look for in a holiday romance. Home for the holidays (albeit reluctantly). fake dating (my absolute favorite) and a healthy dose of snow to cause trouble.

Megan goes back to her hometown for the first time since running away from her own wedding. Christian is sick and tired of being the only one who's still single amongst all the couples in his family. They haven't seen each other in five years and after running into each other at a pub in Dublin, Christian comes up with the perfect plan for both their problems. A fake relationship. What could possibly go wrong?

I liked Megan for multiple reasons, but the main reason is that she's grown ballsy over the five years she's been away from home. She's funny, witty and quirky and it's the best combination ever. I perceived Christian as steady, calm, and slightly sarcastic, and I was here for it. The chemistry and banter between these two was of the charts, and I liked how everything that developed between them felt natural and organic.

I think snowed in is one of the best holiday romances I've read so far and it'll blow up!

Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for the early ARC in exchange for an honest review

after putting holiday romance in my favorites list last year, I was so excited to read this new book by catherine and it did not disappoint. it’s such a perfect fake dating holiday romance with amazing personal journeys and amazing side characters. i adored christian and his big heart and how he truly saw and loved megan the way she deserved. i also loved megan and her growth and knowing her true worth. i highly recommend for anyone wanting a great holiday book with amazing banter & so much heart. I received an arc from netgalley.

This book was such a great read. I loved the fake dating premise and thought that the author did a great job of weaving this story together. I was rooting for the couple!

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When Megan and Christian bump into each other in a Dublin pub one evening, they recognise each other from their school days and that fateful day when she ran away instead of making her way down the aisle. They are both single but instead of a hook up, they end up making a fake dating pact. He’s tired of being the only single on at the Christmas table, she hasn’t been home in the five years since l she didn’t get married. Can they help each other and keep it fake?

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If you read Catherine Walsh’s awesome Holiday Romance, Christian is the brother of the male main character Andrew. He’s successful but not really happy. Megan keeps back from admitting how controlling her fiancé was. I adore Catherine Walsh’s mix of first person view, from both Megan and Christian’s POV, and the witty and honest thoughts that just keep coming. It’s not hard to picture this as a quirky Irish film complete with dashing hero and knitting 🧶 heroine. It’s another winner from one of my all time favourite Irish writers ❤️

Read an eARC copy courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher
My rating 4.5/5 - ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 💫
Pub Date 1 Nov 2023

5 STARS! I loved this book! I loved everything about it. I loved the epilogue. I don't want to give away any spoilers just read it. The is one of the best rom-com style books I have read this year. I Can't wait to read Andrew and Molly's story.

Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for the opportunity to read this book.

This is a cute summer fake romance turned on its head. Runaway Bride runs into hometown boy and he suggests a fake Christmas romance. I found this to be a light and fun read. Sometime we just need a little holiday romance to brighten our days.

It’s official, Catherine Walsh writes top tier Christmas romance. This is sweet, festive, steamy, swoony…it’s simply great. We have a fake dating setup, which I think it set up really well. Both Christian and Megan feel a spark towards one another at the initial meet cute, but don’t acknowledge it so as the reader, you know it’s been simmering since the beginning. There’s plot, family shenanigans, small town drama, plenty of festive Christmas fun…it’s all great. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to provide my honest review.

Oh, such a sweet holiday story :))

This is second story in Fitzpatrick family, and if you liked Holiday Romance, you will love this one too! :)

☃️ fake dating
☃️ small town / village
☃️ backup for Christmas
☃️ few hot scenes
☃️ sweet banter

Thanks to NetGallery for this arc. :)

Snowed in is 2 for 2 when it comes to Catherine Walsh's books. Because it is the first sequel (kind of a sequel to Holiday Romance, all her other books are standalones) and the first book with dual POV and she nailed both of those aspects. It is no secret that I adore her writing and her humor and this one has it all and more. This book also deals with some heavy issues mainly the toxic manipulative relationship our FMC had with her ex but the warning is there so if this is something triggering for you, just be aware. I am personally really satisfied how it was portrayed and handled.

Onto our beautiful MCs (and they are both gorgeous okay!!!) Christian is the love of my life! Sorry to Andrew I still love you boo but Christian stole my heart 🤩 Maybe because we got his pov and being in his head was so much fun and I loved every second. Megan is funny and kind and has that spark that all the author's heroines have but maybe she is a fave too now?? I couldn't stop reading the book and I was so amused and intrigued by both of them. I feel like the realization of their feelings for one another was so natural and I loved that it was a slow burn because they needed to be both on the same page for anything to happen which meant clear and open communication which I struggle to find in romance books and I am delighted when I do! I loved Megan's family and would totally into Aidan having his own book and I was so happy to be with the Fitzpatricks again as they are the main family in both books. I am also pleased by the amount of Molly and Andrew we got which was only natural since they are close to Christian. And omgthe best friendship I would LOVE to see more of - Christian and Zoe!! Those two had me screaming in the very beginning. Besties! I also loved the Irish setting, the Christmas spirit and vibe throughout the book. A perfect one to snuggle with while drinking hot chocolate.

I loved this. It was so much fun, Christian and Megan are individually great characters, and together they have the sweetest romance!

I enjoyed how subversive this was, even when classic tropes came into play they panned out in unexpected ways! There was such an appreciation for reality as well. This book totally strikes the right note, it is a perfect example of what contemporary romance should be, self-aware enough not to be cliche, but reliably light and enjoyable at the same time!

Hugely recommend.

This was such a cute holiday romance! I always love the fake dating trope but seeing how thoughtful and kind Christian was to Megan throughout the whole book was just perfect! 🥰

his was the cutest and easiest Christmas read ever. I loved the whole story and the relationship between Christian and Megan was swoon worthy from the start. I loved reading this story and seeing their relationship develop page by page! I definitely recommend for a quick Christmas read!

I really was surprised to love Holiday Romance by Catherine Walsh as much as I did, one of my first Christmas novels and romances (thanks Lit with Leigh, formerly GWTPSM!). I went into Snowed In with extremely high expectations and I was not disappointed in the slightest.

In summary, Megan ran out on her high school sweetheart and the dearly loved Isaac on their wedding day. After years living away from her hometown and not returning since the wedding, she runs into Christian who comes up with the genius plan to return home together for the Christmas break... fake dating.

And this fake dating trope was done well! I loved the situations Megan and Christian found themselves stuck in, their banter, their chemistry and Christian's fierce loyalty.

I didn't appreciate when I started Snowed In that this is an interconnected series and I just loved it so much more when that clicked! I'm even tempted to re-read to see more about Andrew and Molly with it in mind. I also loved getting to hear more of their story together.
I highly recommend this Christmas season romance, or maybe it's a rom-com because I giggled a bit.

Anticipated publication date: 1 November 2023.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and Bookouture for my eARC in exchange for my honest review

I’m a sucker for these kind of stories. Fake couple develops feelings for each other and the rest is history. Enjoyed the characters and the growth.

I loved this so much. Holiday Romance was one of my favourites last year and the first thing I asked Catherine when I finished was if Christian would get his own book - and it did not disappoint. This was sweet and swoony, the dynamics between characters – couples, friends and family, were all absolutely perfect and there are so many hilarious moments. I loved getting to see more of Christian’s broody character while also seeing him having fun and banter with others. I loved Megan and getting to see her move on fully from her past rather than continuing to ignore it all, and the way she works for what she wants. We get to see more of all the Fitzpatrick family and catch up with Molly and Andrew who have a wonderful little side plot. Also Molly’s sister Zoe makes a number of appearances in this too and she is a scene stealer - her humour is perfect and I loved those extra glimpses.

Well, what a lovely little rom-com (with a bit of spice 🌶) that was! I absolutely loved the characters. It made me laugh and cry and I read it in a few sittings. Would wholeheartedly recommend for a cute festive read!

After reading Holiday Romance last year, I was so excited to pickup Snowed In this year to explore Christian's story and get a glimpse of Molly and Andrew again.

This book was charming, the banter was witty, and the characters were compelling. I especially liked the character development for Megan and how Christian helped her build up her self-confidence, but that ultimately she was able to stand up for herself in the end.

While I have a soft spot and enjoyed Holiday Romance slightly more than this installment, this was a very enjoyable holiday read and one that I would definitely recommend.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with an advanced copy of the book in exchange for my honest opinion.

Catherine Walsh is fast becoming one of my favourite romance authors. Her characters are always well rounded. Sweet without being trite. Closed door but still intriguing. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Snowed In
By: Catherine Walsh
Review Score: 4 Stars

Boogie’s Bulletpoints
-I love the dual point of view between Megan and Christian.

-It was fun to see the dynamics between Christian and his family.

-No spoilers, but once they revealed the reason Megan left her ex, I knew she did the right thing.

-I love the backdrop of Christmas as Megan and Christian navigate fake dating.

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Snowed In was kindly provided as an ARC by Netgalley and Bookouture. Thank you for allowing me to enjoy this wonderful book!

Release Date: 11/1/23

Snowed In really starts with intrigue, as we meet Megan running from her wedding, and talking to Christian before she does. We then get a flash forward to a few years later, where Megan and Christian meet again in Dublin, and plan to fake date when they both go back home for Christmas.

I loved watching Megan and Christian’s relationship evolve, they really have great chemistry and it was fun to cheer for them. I also love that Megan stook up to her ex, who really was not a great guy.

I think we all have felt the stress of wanting to impress family members of the holidays, so I really enjoyed that dynamic as well. The story felt relatable, bu still fun and silly at times.

If you are looking for a good winter book to curl up and read while drinking a cup of hot chocolate, this one is for you!

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Did I just give a holiday romance 5 stars in the middle of October? Yes, yes I did.

This is ✨the✨ holiday romance for 2023. The bar has been set, y’all.

It was so good! I loved the characters, their banter, and the side characters as well.

Snowed In was a fake dating romcom. Megan and Christian actually grew up together and the last time he saw her, she was running away from her wedding, white dress and all. They bumped into each other in the city and both had reasons to not want to go back to their hometown single and miserable, so they worked out a plan.

This was a tiny bit spicy, but I honestly loved the fact that, while Megan and Christian were attracted to each other, that’s not what really cemented anything. Their chemistry was off the charts and I loved the way their personalities meshed and THAT is what I couldn’t get enough of. Both of them desperately needed to be cared for and to have someone just be thoughtful about their feelings for once. I melted just about every time one of them would do or say something and the other would be shocked and melty. Aaah this book was just so good!

I hate all things Christmas before Halloween, but with a release date of Nov 1, I had to squeeze it in, so I decided to just get it over with… and honestly it might be my favorite read so far this month. (Which is really hard for me, a Scrooge who prefers horror, to admit!)

You don’t want to miss this book. Preorder it now, you won’t be sorry!