This story wasn't quite what I was expecting but I really enjoyed it. Some of it was cute while in other places I absolutely cringed.
This novel kind of reminded me of A Christmas Carol.
Banning Santa is just plain mean. I thought Camilla represented Scrooge in a way.
I loved the outcome of the book and I cheered when the real meaning of Christmas came forward.
I liked also liked the book from the Congress's POV too. I learned much about the inner workings of what might be going on in the inside.
In my opinion, I think Christmas has gone too commercializated. People have forgotten the real meaning so I was rooting for these characters to find out for themselves.
I was sorry to see this delightful and fun novel end. But, I've been places in it that I never thought possible.
I'm giving this one 5 stars for a wonderful adventure and intriguing read.
I recommend this book I feel that it could be made into a Hallmark movie is how good this book was!
My thanks for a copy of this book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.

This book was incredible all around. This satirical situation that only got more absurd by the chapter highlights the real meaning of Christmas.

Will Camilla Guzman, a first-term congresswoman in the House of Representatives, succeed to ban Santa from appearing in public places? Camilla’s initial goal is to get the public’s attention for her re-election bid, but what ensues is an examination of the pros and cons of celebrating Christmas.

Reading about the inner workings of Congress is interesting, but I especially like the thought-provoking ideas related to observing Christmas versus commercializing Christmas. Who says, Christmas and politics don’t mix? Mikael Carlson successfully envelops the serious stuff in a heart-warming story. Thank you Warrington Publishing and NetGalley for giving me the chance to read and review an advance reader copy of BANNING SANTA .