I'm not sure why I, a non-Jewish person, love Jewish romance books so much, but I do! I was excited to read this one and it was a fun read! Reminded me a bit of Jean Meltzer, who is now one of my go-to authors!

EIGHT NIGHTS TO WIN HER HEART is a cheesy, but sweet Chanukah romance! Leo and Andie are neighbors who’ve watched each other from afar for many months, and they finally connect for Chanukah, spending each night together. Andie is facing a big move away to a new job, and Leo is seeking approval from his father to finally take the business on his own, but being together gives them the joy and reminder about the important things they were missing.

As a Jewish educator and reader, I am always delighted to see such clear Jewish representation. Miri White is writing for my demographic. While she offers some explanations for the holiday traditions, she mostly just tells the story, and I much prefer this approach. Authors of Christmas books don’t have to over explain, so why can’t Chanukah be treated the same? This is one of the few books that seamlessly integrates so much of Chanukah and being Jewish into the romance.
At times, the dialogue feels a bit stilted, but the characters really grew on me, and I was rooting for their love story!

DNF at 100 pages - the writing is not great and the meet cute felt so rushed. I typically love a cute Hanukkah story but maybe this one would be better as an audiobook.

I started this, and it was just too clichéd to carry on. I love how much the contemporary romance genre is thriving and extending the definition of what a romance novel can be, so then it's hard for me to be captivated by a book that has a much more traditional take on the genre. Sorry this one wasn't for me!

This novel is a Chanukah romance that warms the heart! In "Eight Nights to Win Her Heart" by Miri White readers are invited to bask in the warm glow of the menorah during Chanukah.

Meet Andie Williams. She faces her first Chanukah alone after her father's passing. With her job prospects uncertain and a move across the country looming, she could use some holiday magic.

Meet Leo Dentz. He’s the boy across the hall who's had a secret crush on Andie for years. When he notices her drugstore Chanukah candles, he seizes the opportunity to connect. Leo offers to share the first night of Chanukah with Andie, and their journey begins… one night at a time.

Andie and Leo's chemistry is palpable. Their compatibility shines through as they navigate the promise, hope, and perseverance that Chanukah represents. As the clock ticks down on Andie's impending move, readers will root for this unlikely pair. Will the season of miracles light their way forward?

White's writing is sweet, romantic, and adorable. She weaves scrumptious descriptions of comfort food, massive winter lights displays, and believable family drama into this delightful Jewish rom-com. The hard-of-hearing hero adds depth, and the Chanukah backdrop infuses warmth and authenticity.

A festive gem, ” Eight Nights to Win Her Heart" is perfect for fans of Rachel Lynn Solomon and Jean Meltzer. Whether you celebrate Chanukah or simply love heartwarming romance, this novel will leave you with a smile and a renewed belief in miracles.

Thank you to NetGalley and Alcove Press for a temporary e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This book was adorable.

I love a cozy holiday romance (of course—who doesn't?) and this one scratched the itch fairly well. Eight Nights to Win Her Heart begins with a rare meet-ugly. The characters have to independently choose to try again, and it's nice to see them give each other a second chance. You know how some romances are all fire, passion, and spice? This one is gentle, sweet, and slow.

The major conflict is the reason I've knocked off a star. Surely we all saw it coming? Not that "seeing it coming" is inherently a negative, but in this case, I felt that the resulting argument was contrived. I know both Andie and Leo are angry and anger makes you lash out, but they both started spouting hurtful things about the other that they'd never thought before. Past their second date, neither Andie or Leo thought negatively about the other in their respective POVs, but when they argue, suddenly these criticisms of their characters come out.

Otherwise, it was great. The resolution was cute as a button, and the epilogue was the perfect note to end the story on. Personally, I want more Chanukah romances!

This was such a sweet read! I love holiday romances and stories with Jewish rep, so I knew I would enjoy EIGHT NIGHTS TO WIN HER HEART. Andie and Leo were wonderful together and easy to root for, both as individuals and as a couple. All of the characters in general were really well-developed, and the world Miri White has created was just so comforting and heartwarming. I would definitely recommend this one, and look forward to seeing what White writes next! Thank you to NetGalley and Alcove Press for the ARC.

Eight Nights to Win Her Heart by Miri White is a sweet, festive romance that I enjoyed.

I really, really like festive romance novels, especially those that incorporate Chanukah. There are honestly never enough. This one did not disappoint.

It is sweet, it is romantic, it is adorable, and it hit all the right notes. Andie and Leo are cute, compatible, and adorable together and their ability to find a connection with one another amongst the promise, hope, perseverance, and glow that represents some of the foundational concepts that is Chanukah, makes it all the more enjoyable.

5/5 stars

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This book was very sweet and lovely. Leo and Andi are two people who both need a break in life, and at the last moment, get a last chance to connect and are able to gently, and kindly come together and build something real beneath the back drop of Hanukkah. This book is a much needed, poignant addition to the season.

This is a cute romance set during Hanukkah. I liked that Leo used the nights of Hanukkah to help win her heart.
Love books with Jewish representation.

Thanks NetGalley for this ARC.

Amazing holiday read! Leo set the standards high for love and romance! Their love was so fun to read. Holiday romance books and movies are the best.

This book just hit all the right notes for me. Romance, check. Jewish holidays, check. Sweet, gentle, nerdy guy, check, check, check. I loved the tension that built up in the book that happened at the climax. You knew it was coming, but it was special. The family dynamics were realistic and true. Thank you Miri for being a bright light in a somewhat dismal time in history.

I love romance novels and more if they are in a holiday setting.
I really like the book and love that it takes place over Chanukah.
Highly recommend

I'm a sucker for holiday romance, and Eight Nights to Win Her Heart is a wonderful addition to the genre. The characters are relatable and well written, so much so that I want to learn more about other members of the Dentz family. Highly recommend, four stars!

"Bask in the warm glow of the menorah in this debut Jewish romcom featuring a hard of hearing hero and a Chanukah meet-cute, perfect for fans of Rachel Lynn Solomon and Jean Meltzer."

This is just adorable. The world that Miri White has created is cosy, heart-warming and perfect. The crush, the slow burn and the fumbling love story. It is fabulous.

Omg, Andie and Leo were so cute together! Leo was down bad for this girl and he was on a mission to win her heart. I loved the timeline of them falling in love taking place over Chanukah. It was so fun!

Thank you for the ARC! I loved this book as I am truly a sucker for romance novels! The plot and character descriptions had me hooked from the beginning and I can’t wait to read more by this author! Will definitely recommend as it is such a sweet read.

Andie y Leo han sido vecino por un año, ambos se sienten atraídos, pero ninguno dió el primer paso. Por casualidad se encuentran y se ponen a platicar y él se entera que Andie se irá a vivir a otro estado, entonces él le propone que pasen Chanukah juntos.
Durante 8 noches la pasarán juntos y se irán enamorando. ¿Andie renunciará a un buen trabajo para quedarse con Leo? ¿Leo abandonará el negocio familiar para perseguir a Andie? o simplemente esas noches quedarán como un buen recuerdo.

Me cayó mal el padre de Leo. Leo y Dean hicieron algo cuando eran adolescentes y casi les cuesta el negocio familiar, se dieron cuenta de su error, aprendieron y maduraron, pero el sr les sigue recriminado y los trata como si hubieran cometido un crimen.
Millie fue muy linda, ya quiero ver que hará para conseguirle novia a Dean.


Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.