If you're after some short and sweet Christmas stories then this might be the book for you!
I really liked the idea of there being multiple stories within the one book, especially because it introduced me to 3 new authors.

Return to Mistletoe by Kathleen Fuller - 2.5 Stars

This was the first of the 3 stories and it ended up being my least favourite. The story itself was cute and I think the most Christmassy of the 3 of them but, the writing style wasn't my favourite. Personally, I felt that the writing was more focused on telling me how the characters were feeling as opposed to showing me, if that makes sense? I just struggled to really FEEL the romance. I did however find the plot of it very cute.

The Mistletoe Prince by Pepper Basham - 3.5 Stars

This one was my favourite! It was actually such as cute story. I loved the characters and the plot. For a short story it felt very well paced and properly fleshed out. I honestly think that this one could have been a book of its own but I think Pepper did a fantastic job at telling the story as a novella.

Say No to Mistletoe by Sheila Roberts - 3 Stars

This was such a unique idea! I really enjoyed the plot but it felt very rushed throughout most of it. Towards the end it just felt like all of the 'good' parts were skipped (I wanted to read about all the lovey dovey stuff!) in order to address if the couple could make their relationship work after the holidays. It just made the ending feel like a bit of a let down. I just wanted more authentic moments of them together.

Overall, they were a good bunch of short stories but they weren't anything amazing.

I received a complimentary copy and all opinions expressed are mine.

This is a collection of stories revolving around the mistletoe. The book is perfect for fans of old second chance romance , opposites attract, and a royal romance.

The first book is Say No to Mistletoe which follows Hailey whose mistletoe kiss does not end up in happy ever after. What sucks more is that its with someone dreamy.

In return to Mistletoe

Return to Mistletoe is perfect for sibling’s friend romance trope which follows Emmy who reconnects with Kieran and when two hearts find each other what can stop them.

In the last book The Mistletoe Prince we meet a Prince and an ordinary girl who fall in love. The book is perfect for the holidays and is very well written.

Mistletoe Season by Sheila Roberts, Kathleen Fuller and Pepper Basham is a cute Hallmark-esque book with likable characters and a great plot.

If you love Hallmark Christmas movies, this is the book for you! While all the stories were cute, my personal favorite in the trio was 'A Mistletoe Prince', which had a beautiful growth redemption for one of the main characters.

All of the stories made you laugh in parts, tear up in others, and just were such a fun addition to my holiday reads.

Three fabulous authors & all the Christmas feels! I loved the Mistletoe Season collection. This book had so many lovely tropes including second chance romance, former teenage crush, & a modern Cinderella story. I thoroughly enjoyed them all!

Return to Mistletoe by Kathleen Fuller is a lovely second chance romance with a hunky, flirtatious Irishman. Emmy Banks owns a charming antique shop in Mistletoe, Missouri & loves all things Christmas. Kieran O’Neill, Emmy’s best friend’s older brother, is finally returning to Mistletoe for his mother’s seventieth birthday after years in Ireland renovating an old family castle & running away from memories. Emmy’s had a secret crush on Kieran for years, & when they reconnect, the sparks fly. Kieran doesn’t want to hurt Emmy, but what happens when he has to return to Ireland? This story gave me all the emotions. It was fun reading about more mature characters with a wealth of experience behind them. There were times I was frustrated with Kieran only to turn around & want to hug him. His & Emmy’s romantic carriage ride was one of my favorite scenes.

The Mistletoe Prince by Pepper Basham is the darling fish-out-of-water story of Prince Arran St. Clare (Ellie’s brother from Loyally, Luke!) who’s been banished to Ransom, North Carolina for three months to stay with his sister & brother-in-law Luke. His mission is to prove he’s ready for royal life by participating in the annual fundraiser, The Mistletoe Wish. Charlie (Charlotte) is Luke’s cousin & a hardworking carpenter. She’s beautiful & intelligent, but suffers from a lack of self confidence. As she & Arran work together on the fundraiser, Charlie blossoms under Arran’s praise & suggestions. Arran’s smitten & in turn learns the importance of hard work, kindness, & being genuine from Charlie. But when Arran has to return home, will Charlie have the courage to go after her dreams? I mainly picked up this book because I was dying to read this story & it didn’t disappoint! I loved the Cinderella, My Fair Lady vibes, and of course LUKE! His no nonsense wisdom got me every time & I loved how he helps Charlie. The old softy at heart! The royal romance was chef’s kiss & definitely my favorite story of the three.

Say No to Mistletoe by Sheila Roberts is a delightful former teenage crush romance. Hailey Fairchild’s a successful romance writer who has an outright dislike for mistletoe. Every kiss she’s had under the cursed plant has turned to disaster beginning with her teenage crush. Returning home for Christmas as a newly single woman is going to take courage especially when her former crush Carwyn’s going to be there. This story brought back fun memories of high school crushes. Despite Hailey’s success, she still has all those old insecurities when she returns home & it doesn’t help that there’s a mean girl there to sabotage her. This book had me laughing out loud with all the disasters Hailey experiences especially in front of Carwyn. Carwyn for the most part is a really supportive, likable guy & I couldn’t help but root for a happily ever after for him & Hailey.

A lovely, romantic novella collection not to miss & the perfect read for Christmas. Like a fun Hallmarkish romance, each of these stories leaves you with all the warm fuzzies. I received an advanced complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own & voluntarily provided.

A fun multi story series. It is a great way to get into the holiday season with lots of romantic stories!

This Christmas read was a pleasant surprise. I loved reading this story and was immediately drawn in by the prose. Would read again and again!

4.5 stars

Three new Christmas romance novellas? From three talented authors? You don’t have to ask me twice! Along with a cover that makes you just want to camp out right in that adorable gazebo, each story drew me in and appealed to me in ways that were distinctive from each other. In other words, this isn’t a ‘copy/paste’ collection in any way – all three stories are fresh and fun, and the authors’ unique writing voices get their individual chances to shine.

Kathleen Fuller’s Return to Mistletoe kicks things off with nostalgia, reunions, and a best friend’s brother with enough of an Irish accent (after all these years abroad) to make the word ‘lass’ sound super swoony in my imagination. I enjoyed getting to know Emmy and her daughter (loved the dynamics between them!), and Fuller made Emmy’s antiques store easy to picture, especially as they adorn it for the holidays. Everyone’s not-at-all-subtle attempts to get Emmy and the aforementioned Irish-accented Kieran alone had me chuckling even as I shook my head fondly because – turns out, they do just fine falling in love on their own, and readers will enjoy watching them do so.

If I’ve read anything by Sheila Roberts before, it’s been many years ago, so I went into Say No to Mistletoe with no preconceptions. Right away, Roberts’ heroine Hailey captured me with her witty first person POV and continued to delight me with her thoughts through the rest of the story. Hailey is a bit of a delightful hot mess, endearingly balancing her career as a romance author with her abysmal luck in picking the right guy for her own life. She blames the mistletoe, though, calling it her kryptonite, which means she’s desperate to steer clear of the pesky plant once her reunion with her high school crush turns smoochy. The chemistry between Hailey and Carwyn is strong, though, so expect some yummy kisses regardless of whether mistletoe plays a part or not.

Fans of Pepper Basham’s Edgewood family (of the Skymar novels), her small town of Ransom (also of the Mitchell’s Crossroads series), royal romance, redeemed rogues, and stories that are both heartwarming and hilarious, The Mistletoe Prince is a much-anticipated treat. I loved everything about this novella, from the ‘meet cute’ (which devolved into ‘oh dear’ romcom chaos in ways that delight me to read about but would not be fun to live in real life lol) to the perfect ending … and all the snark & swoon in between. Charlotte (aka Charlie) and Prince Arran are a banter-lover’s dream, and their mutual efforts for The Mistletoe Wish community charity touched my heart, made me grin, and even evoked a giggle or two as well. (Those reactions also are due to Basham’s gift at writing characters – and particularly children – from Appalachia.)

Bottom Line: Mistletoe Season is a fun and festive collection of Christmas romances from three talented authors – Kathleen Fuller, Sheila Roberts & Pepper Basham. I can easily see each of these stories becoming a Hallmark movie next Christmas (and I hope they do), because they’re the perfect blend of sweet, swoony, and inspirational. They also act as a wonderful introduction to either of the three authors you may not have read before, and I know I’ll be adding more of Sheila Roberts’ clean romances to my TBR list after this. Mistletoe Season put me in the holiday spirit and put a smile in my heart, and I think it will do the same for you, too.

(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)

Mistletoe Season: Three Christmas Stories by Kathleen Fuller, Sheila Roberts, Pepper Basham
lighthearted fast-paced
Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0

Return to Mistletoe - 4 stars - The male character said lassie too much where it didnt feel natural but still so cute!

The Mistletoe Prince - 5 stars - so swoony - favorite quote cod fish!

Say no to Mistletoe - 3 stars - annoying characters and the shortest story which led to it feeling rushed

As a fan of Pepper Basham, I was excited to read her novella, especially since it centered around the Edgewood family. While I’m generally not a huge fan of novellas (I often find them too rushed), I decided to give this collection a try. Each story was distinct, and I appreciated the chance to discover new authors like Kathleen Fuller and Sheila Roberts. That said, the novella I struggled with the most was Return to Mistletoe by Kathleen Fuller. I didn’t feel a connection to the hero, and the story relied too much on telling instead of showing, which is a common issue with novellas. Thankfully, the other stories were more enjoyable. My favorite was The Mistletoe Prince by Pepper Basham—it really pulled at my heartstrings and was a great continuation of the Edgewood and Skymar royals. I also liked Say No to Mistletoe by Sheila Roberts, which was lighthearted and kept me entertained. The romance in all three stories develops quickly (as expected with novellas), but if you’re someone who enjoys sweet, quick holiday reads, this collection could be a nice choice.

Mistletoe Season is a compilation of 3 Christmas novellas. The first felt like it eas thrown together unfortunately. I had a hard time following along and was underwhelmed.
Pepper Bashams Misteltoe Prince, had all of the charm & romance we love and have come to expect from her books. It was fabulous and I was happy to be back with the Edgewood family! The final story was written just like a cheesy hallmark story. I enjoyed watching Hailey fall into true love.

This book was made up of three short Christmas stories.

Book one: Return to Mistletoe

I really enjoyed this one, the main characters were in their 40s which you normally don’t see. I loved the coziness of the town and shop that the FMC owns.


Book two: The Mistletoe Prince

This book was my favorite of the three. It is a continuation of the Skymar series, which I will definitely be reading next. This one gave me the Prince and Me vibes and I loved it.

Book Three: Say No to Mistletoe

I wasn’t a huge fan of this one. The beginning the FMC really focused on her weight and physical appearance, which made me not a fan from the start. I did enjoy the romance portion.

Thank you netgalley for this gifted copy in exchange for an honest review!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this gifted book!
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Title: Mistletoe Season
Authors: Sheila Roberts, Katherine Fuller, and Pepper Basham
Genre: Christmas Romance
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This book is a fun collection of three sweet Christmas romances! Since it’s three individual novellas, you can read all three or just pick one or two. I actually really love these shorter books for the Christmas season!

Novella 1: Return to Mistletoe by Katherine Fuller
This book features Emmy Banks who owns a bookshop and lives in the magical Christmas town of Mistletoe! How can you not dream of Christmas romance? But Emmy has been burned by relationships one too many times. When her best friend’s brother comes back home, she begins to consider opening up her heart again.

Novella 2: The Mistletoe Prince by Pepper Basham
Skymar comes to the US in the form of the dreamy Prince Arran. And Charlie always dreamed of marrying a prince. But their first meeting is…problematic—to put it nicely. Can Arran and Charlie overcome their troubling pasts for a fairytale future?

Novella 3: Say No to Mistletoe by Sheila Roberts
Hailey Fairchild has some major issues with mistletoe. It always seems to usher in another relationship mistake, so this Christmas she is done with it. But when her first mistletoe mistake reappears in her life, she considers giving love a second chance.

Overall, this collection is fun for a short Christmas read! The first and last books were not my favorite. They just lacked any sort of depth to me. But if you’re a Skymar fan, I’d say it’s totally worth getting just for Pepper’s novella!

Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

*I was given an ARC in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are my own.

This is a sweet compilation of novellas to get you into the holiday spirit.

My favorite story is The Mistletoe Prince by Pepper Basham. I especially loved being reunited with the Edgewood family from her Skylar series. Yet this story can easily be enjoyed as a standalone. The theme of learning to recognize one's self-worth and value as well as finding purpose in serving others is woven throughout. As with all of Ms. Basham's stories, the romantic chemistry practically sizzles off the page.

The other two stories are written by new-to-me authors. Both are heartwarming second chance romances when a main character returns to their hometown for the holidays.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author/publisher through Netgalley and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.

This is a good book. This book has three stories. They all take place at Christmas. They each have a couple that starts dating. They each have issues but together they work it and fall in love.

Cute book with 3 short rom com in it. I enjoyed all of the stories in this book and will definitely read more from each author.

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read a copy of Mistletoe Season.
A trio of 3 cute festive romance stories - Return to Mistletoe (by Kathleen Fuller), A Mistletoe Prince (By Pepper Basham), & Say No to Mistletoe (By Sheila Roberts). All stories are well written with great story lines and likeable characters. Great read to get in the mood for Christmas.

I really enjoyed all 3 of these stories! All of them had such heart and a great message. I really liked all of the characters and would love to read more stories set in each location. Highly recommend!

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

I loved all of the stories. Perfect for the season! It’s hard to pick a favorite, but I am a huge fan of Sheila Roberts!

These three short Christmas romance stories are heartwarming and cozy, perfect for bringing a little festive cheer into your day. They’re feel-good tales that brighten the season and remind you that love might just be around the corner.

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Return to Mistletoe by Kathleen Fuller is a heartwarming second-chance Christmas romance that I absolutely loved! Emmy and Kieran, both carrying the scars of their pasts, reconnect and form a sweet, deserving love story. A perfect holiday read filled with hope, healing, and romance.

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A Mistletoe Prince by Pepper Basham is a lovely Christmas romance that’s both sweet and uplifting. Charlotte, the relatable and self-doubting everyday girl, and Arran, a prince struggling to find himself after heartbreak, make a charming couple with undeniable chemistry. Their journey toward love is one you can’t help but root for.

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Say No to Mistletoe by Sheila Roberts Is a charming holiday romance with a nostalgic small-town setting and a festive vibe. Hailey, a former bullied girl turned romance writer, reconnects with her high school crush Carwyn, now a sweet, family-oriented man who proves to be more than just the town heartthrob. While their chemistry is sweet, the story feels rushed, leaving little room for deeper emotional development.

(Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.)