Get ready for one of the warmest, kindest and life-affirming novels of this holiday season! Georgia Clark knocked it out of the park on this one, full of holiday cheer & beauty. For fans of “The Guncle,” this queer romance novel goes through the ups and downs of the holiday season with the Belvedere family, a mother and three half-siblings all trying to figure it out in their own way.

The tri-POV novel really hit home for me, with each character being so rich and vulnerable on the page that I loved and connected with each of them more and more as the book went on. The holiday feelings just add to the magic as the siblings reunite in a beautiful Inn and work through the ups and downs of their love lives in November and December. I was absolutely entranced by this book, and barely could put it down, even though it’s 80 degrees outside. Highly recommend for those looking for a feel good story, with warm characters, a bit of spice, and happy endings abound. Can’t wait to read another book by this author!

This was okay. I usually love multiple POV but it felt like there was a lot crammed in here that it was just too much. I also really disliked Birdie so her POV was really hard to get through

2SLGBTQIA+ Holiday Romance in which three siblings, each at a personal and romantic crossroads, reunite at their larger-than-life mother’s Catskills manor for an unforgettable Christmas.

4/5 stars: This is Clark's 2SLGBTQIA+ Holiday Romance stand-alone that's set in Catskills, New York and follows three adult siblings, born to three different fathers, who are each at a personal and romantic crossroads reunite at their larger-than-life famed actress and singer mother’s manor determined to swear off love and focus on themselves and their work. But the spirit of the season seems to have different plans for them, and their best intentions are quickly derailed in the most delightful and festive of ways. Written in mulptiple POVs, Clark's writing and character work are excellent; the characters are well-rounded, complex and yet remain likable. Each sibling (Liz – a TV writer and showrunner who's got writer's block and is crushing on her lead actress, Birdie – a stand-up comic who's career's floundering and Rafi – a non-profit community manager who's girlfriend rejected his proposal at his work Christmas party) is uniquely voiced and it's fun to get to know them. It's great to see the three of them come together to help each other figure out their lives and accepting and finding love. Plus their mother, Babs, is absolutely great! The sex scenes are fade-to-black but they're plenty hot with lots of swoony banter. While there are plenty of heartfelt and humorous moments, Clark does takes on some sensitive subjects; so take care and check the CWs. Filled with great holiday fun, this is a great yuletide read that will tug on your heartstrings.

I received this eARC thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Random House | Dial Press Trade Paperback in exchange for an honest review. Publishing dates are subject to change.

I wanted to love this book, but it was ultimately not for me. It has so much going for it: the title, the beautiful cover, a great plot, and a great author. I loved the LGBTQ+ themes too! What ultimately got me was the writing. It started fine, but it became way too simple and cliched for a published book of this caliber. I also felt the romance was forced. A bummer!

The Belvedere siblings all find themselves at a crossroads in their lives. Seeking time to find the smoothest path through their various troubles, they all return to their mother's home in the Catskills for the holiday season.

Much like the works of Emily Henry and Abby Jimenez, I would classify this story as "romance plus." The characters are richly drawn and complex. The siblings are unique and on their own distinct journey, which made following the story from all 3 points of view easier than it may sound. There is some lovely holiday magic sprinkled throughout, but at its heart this is a story about family, finding yourself, and handling the things that life can throw in your way. It was heartfelt but also had me giggling at times, especially over their fantastically eccentric mother, Babs. Don't worry - there's some steam in here to keep you warm you on a cold winter's night!

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group for the opportunity to read this gem before its publication date in exchange for my honest review.

Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark is a heartfelt story that explores the complexities of family, queer identity, and the bittersweet nature of the holiday season. Clark's writing does an amazing job of capturing the warmth, romance, and chaos of the holiday spirit while also delving into deeper themes of sibling relationships and belonging. The weaving of their lives creates a story that reflects the joys and sorrows of family dynamics, during a season that can amplify both. Georgia Clark's ability to add humor into even the most touching moments adds depth to the narrative, and this book genuinely had me laughing out loud! With a cast of this many characters, it can be hard to fully connect with everyone, but I honestly feel like I had enough time connecting with each sibling and each relationship, and falling in love along side of them.

Most Wonderful has swoon worthy romance, and is a heartwarming and hysterical reminder of the importance of connection and the magic of the holiday season. I highly recommend adding this to your cozy Christmas TBR!

A splendid must read for the holiday season! The perfect backdrop of a Hallmark movie with the depth and drama of the Lifetime network, all with a little bit of spice!

The story follows three siblings looking for love and finding just that. While not each sibling was relatable to me, I found their stories and interactions totally enjoyable!

Georgia Clark is an auto-buy author for me and this latest book from her only confirms that! I love Georgia Clark's writing and how we get a full story with multiple side-plots from a whole cast of characters. This was a great holiday/Christmas family story and one I can already see myself returning to each Christmas season. I especially loved the character growth we get to see from Birdie in this - her "Happily Ever After" was my favorite of the three siblings! I am so excited to see what else Georgia Clark comes out with and I will definitely be recommending Most Wonderful to my friends for the upcoming holiday season.

Delightful holiday romance with three siblings who all have queer storylines and a mom who is a famous actress with a larger than life personality. They are all struggling with something and come back home for the month of December to spend time with family as well as to escape. I liked all the storylines and enjoyed the family dynamic quite a bit. There was less Christmas than I would have liked, but the season was still there adding some ambience and festiveness. All in all an adorable holiday read that tackles some more serious topics along with the romance plotlines.

Christmas stories are welcomed any time of year in my world. Even though this isn't REALLY a story about the holiday (more like sprinkled throughout or as a backdrop).

It's a book about 3 couples.....actually siblings and all queer reps....that are trying to find love.

The Belvedere siblings gathering together at their mother's Manor (spoiler: mom is famous) for the holidays. Liz, Birdie and Rafi are all escaping reality this holidays with their emotional heavy loads. Their stories are flip flopped into different POV which was a little difficult for me to get invested in the couples at the start but once I figured out their "voices", I was fine.

Bottom line: Expect a heavier type of read for what you would normally expect in a holiday read and make it extra spicy. For me: it was a bit too much of an "open door" romance. I prefer a little screened door where I read it but don't feel like I'm in the same bedroom with them. Again, that's a me thing and I suspect other romance readers will enjoy this one a lot.

4.5 stars

Every time I read a Georgia Clark book, I am stunned by her ability to weave together so many storylines at once. This book felt like three queer Christmas rom-coms in one.

Liz, Birdie, and Rafi Belvedere return to their famous mother's house for the holidays, each tending their own wounds in life and love. Enter the love interests in the forms of a co-worker, an artist, and childhood best friend.

I loved how queer this cast is and how homophobia is almost non-existent. The emphasis on mental health and creativity is so lovely to see. I think Liz's relationship arc was a little abrupt at the end, and I wish there'd been an epilogue because, after 400+ pages with them, I wanted to see how they were doing a few months or maybe a year down the road. Definitely recommend if you want a funny, cute, holiday romance with a pinch of spice.

Thank you to NetGalley and publisher for the opportunity to read and review.

I just love Georgia Clark! I've enjoyed all of her books, and this one is perfect for those looking for queer, holiday fiction. She has a way with writing lovable characters going through emotions that we've all felt before. I loved how the three siblings got along and supported each other through their journies.

This book is so “fetching.” The author packed so many important themes in and painted a picture of a supportive loving family with natural growing pains. 3 siblings each have their own romances, each different and perfectly suited to them. The only thing that kept this from 5 stars for me was that act 3 for Liz and Violet felt too quick (but loved them), and also most of the time I didn’t find Birdie funny despite being a comedian, though I did really enjoy her arc. Loved Rafi! And of course, their famous mother was a hoot. Georgia Clark is so good at ensemble casts. This is the perfect holiday read!

And, if you haven’t read Island Time yet, check it out!

Short summary: the Belvedere family is home for the holidays early, each with their own issues and matters of the heart to resolve…Liz has a crush on her leading actress, Birdie is a serial one-night stand mess, and Rafi thought his casual girlfriend wanted to get married. Commence the Black Hearts Club.

Thanks to Random House Publishing Group. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.

Following the three Belvedere siblings through their holiday love woes, we witness holiday magic for each of them.

Filled with all the gay holiday love you could want, I think you will laugh and swoon your way through this one! I fell in love with the Belvedere siblings and I hope you will too!

Thanks to netgalley and random house / dial press for the e-arc in exchange for my honest review!

Thank you to Random House Publishing Group - Random House, Dial Press Trade Paperback and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this eARC in return for my honest opinion!

One of the best romances that I have read this year, possibly in the last few years. This is my first Georgia Clark book and definitely not my first. Liz, Birdie and Rafi are loveable, slightly zany and absolutely relatable. This book captured the magic of the holiday season and wintertime while also portraying the trials and tribulations of adult dating, love and heartbreak. I thoroughly enjoyed this romance and was enchanted by the unique characters. I cried, I laughed and I was sad to say goodbye to the characters at the end. Highly recommend to read any season!

Signature Georgia Clark! I'm always in awe of how she's able to build these robust and sparkling ensembles and still tell a compelling and immersive story. A must for those who secretly (or not so secretly) love holiday Hallmark movies, but wish they were more queer!

I really enjoyed this story of three very different siblings finding love at Christmas. I think every reader will see something of themselves in at least one of the three main characters (Liz, Birdie, and Rafi), and I loved that every story felt very different and followed a totally distinct journey. I was worried that three romances could come across a bit same-y, but each sibling and each of their love interests felt so different. There's also just enough holiday cheer to remind you when this is set- it grounded the story and made it feel cozy.

A couple of minor criticisms- I appreciated Babs as a unifying character across each story, although I would've liked to have seen more about Birdie and Rafi's relationships with their mother- Liz's was fleshed out so much and felt very compelling, but you don't get as much of a sense of that from the other characters. I thought the author handled different mental health conditions really well, but it did come across a bit like therapy speak at times; however, I will say she did a good job of making it feel real and distinct for each character. Some plot lines also felt like they got dropped a bit abruptly (like Liz's job/writer's block). I feel like this book would benefit SO much from an epilogue and really wish there had been one! Overall, though, I really enjoyed the story and think it will make a nice addition to anyone's collection of seasonal reads.

✨ARC Review✨

I loved this funny, sweet, sassy, sexy, family Christmas novel. It has The Family Stone vibes. I mean, the stories are vastly different, but *the vibes*. It’s beautifully written and so quotable.

We have three siblings and their celebrity mother getting together for Christmas in the Catskills. They’re all going through their own sh1t as we all do. The elder daughter, Liz, is the creator and show runner of a huge streaming hit based on the Sweet Valley High books and is potentially in love with its star.

Birdie, the middle child, is a standup comic who is in a rapid downward spiral of alcohol and hookups. And let me say, Birdie is actually funny. Sometimes that’s an issue in books, but not this one. 😁

And Rafi has just been spectacularly, romantically rebuffed in front of all his coworkers and is also having a quarter life crisis.

I love how close these siblings are and how they genuinely are there for each other and their mom. I love how they each are forced to reflect on their issues and figure out their next steps. I love the side characters and what they each mean to the family. And the setting! Like, the biggest heart eyes for this warm, loving, snowy inn/home. Pretty sure she solidly hit every Christmas trope I wanted.

Listen. I originally gave this four stars, but as I was writing this review, I realized exactly how much I loved it and had to bump it up.

I received this ARC via #netgalley and @randomhouse and @thedialpress in exchange for a review. All thoughts are mine alone.

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3.5 stars rounded up because I loved all of the characters, flaws and all.

Three siblings whose lives are a mess.

One mom who I would absolutely cast Moira from Schitt’s Creek. Not Catherine O’Hara, Moira. If you know, you know.

The book had an identity crisis in my opinion. It's deep at times. It’s steamy at times. And although it has Christmas in the title, it plays a very small background character to this family. Definitely not your typical Christmas Rom-Com.

And one side note: as a child who grew up obsessed with reading the Sweet Valley High books, can we make Sweet happen?

Thank you NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I got about 25% of the way through and had to DNF. This book wasn't for me. I liked the concept of three queer siblings coming together at Christmas time and them finding love. However, I found all three main characters to be insufferable and hard to feel empathy towards. I felt like all three needed too much personal growth before they should find love.