I love Christmas Notch and never want to leave. I was so excited to read Sunny's story, and Teddy and Steph's HEA was the icing on the cake! You won't want to miss this series finale.

I love the roommance trope, and with Julie and Sierra you know it's going to be a steamy one. Both Isaac and Sunny are working through grief and are creatively blocked, but it's no surprise when they decide to hook up to "get it out of their system".

Overall, it doesn't matter what I say about this book because anyone who has read the Christmas Notch books is already in love with Julie and Sierra as a writing duo and is going to have this on their TBR. You won't be disappointed!

I saw so many good reviews about this book so my hopes were really high. I’m not sure if I’m be coming a prude, but I couldn’t get past the insanely detailed, cringy sex scenes. I DNF’d this a little over halfway.

I loved this book, the third in the Christmas Notch series. I really enjoyed Isaac's story and his romance with sweet adult film star, Sunny. Isaac has been mourning his wife since her untimely death a few years ago and has not let anyone get close to him. Sunny needs a place to stay while writing a screenplay for the Hope Channel's newest Christmas movie. Forced proximity is one of my favorite tropes and it really works here!
Both Sunny and I have a soft spot for sad boyz so you can probably guess what happens next. But Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone treat their characters with respect and care. This book was a great ending for all of these fictional people that I've gotten to know and care about!

I adored this Christmas themed rom-com! It’s a fun, lighthearted read that gave Hallmark movie vibes, but funnier and spicier. Sunny and Isaac were great; I enjoyed seeing them both grow together and individually throughout the book. Definitely a great holiday read!!

Thank you to NetGalley for the digital ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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Wowza. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Set in Christmas Notch, Vermont former pop star Isaac brings his friend Sunny to stay with him as his music muse while she writes a screenplay. What starts off as friends with some benefits turns into something much stronger. Put up the mistletoe and enjoy this romcom for the season.

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Fun! I hadn’t read the others in the series but felt like a holiday book, and the cover is so cute! Enjoyed the chemistry (and spice) between Isaac and Sunny.

I am not sure what was different about this book, but I really struggled to get into it. I really liked the first book, the second was okay, and this one just didn't grab me.

This duo is perfection! Their writing style seamlessly blends sexy with sweet! I loved every moment with these characters and I enjoyed the banter so much! It had me screaming and giggling throughout! A must read Holiday romance!!!

Such a cute read! Feels like it is perfect for this time of year! Was so happy to be able to read it!

I had high hopes for this book, but it didn’t quite live up to my expectations. The premise was fun, with plenty of humor and a good dose of spice in the romance. However, I struggled to fully connect with the characters. Sunny and Isaac’s journey as creative opposites had some entertaining moments, and their banter was amusing, but something in the emotional depth felt missing for me. It was an enjoyable read overall, just not one that left a lasting impression.

Thank you so much to Avon for the complimentary!

I had been saving this book until closer to the holiday season but I just couldn't wait any longer! A Jingle Bell Mingle is the last book in the Christmas Notch series and focuses on the last remaining boyband member of INK - Isaac Kelly. I had absolutely adored the first book in this series, the second one was read so I was a little nervous going into this one. But turns out I had nothing to fear because this one was so much fun!

The chemistry between Isaac and Sunny was so strong! We learn this early on in which Simone did not let us down in that department. She wasn't looking for anything serious because her time in Christmas Notch was temporary and he was afraid of making the next step after becoming a young widow. Sunny ends up staying with Isaac in his mansion where she attempts to work on her screenplay and he attempts to write new music. And if you're a fan of romance books, you know what happens with forced proximity *smirk*. Isaac very quickly became protective of Sunny and you could feel how much he just wanted to be with her even through her resistance. Sunny had a lot of stuff happening with her family's business and I was happy to see that she worked through her relationship with her brother. I wanted to shake both of them when they just couldn't admit their feelings for one another.

I understand the inclusion of the mystery that Sunny is trying to solve to help with her screenplay but I didn't fully think it was necessary to have. It seemed like a filler? I also thought it was kind of odd that the And perhaps I just am being selfish and I just wanted more of the folks of the prior books or just more of Isaac & Sunny.

Overall I really enjoyed this one! If you are looking for a holiday series to read this upcoming season, I suggest giving this one a try. This can be read as a standalone but to really connect with all the characters I suggest reading the others. All have been fabulous on audio as well!

4.5

Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone team up in A Jingle Bell Mingle to deliver a holiday romance with a perfect mix of sweetness, spice, and heartwarming cheer. The story blends Murphy’s lovable, relatable characters with Simone’s bold, swoon-worthy romance style, resulting in a festive tale that’s as heartfelt as it is entertaining.

This book is packed with holiday spirit and features two protagonists who discover love amidst the twinkling lights and seasonal festivities. The authors explore themes of self-acceptance and vulnerability, adding depth to the romance. The chemistry between the characters sparkles, making every interaction a joy to read.

A Jingle Bell Mingle is an ideal holiday read for anyone craving a charming and slightly steamy story, blending humor, warmth, and romance in a way that will leave readers happily enchanted.

When Sunny and Isaac appeared as side characters in the previous books, I always loved them. I had very high hopes for the sparks they would create when they were finally together, but I was disappointed with the reality. Somehow their chemistry was off, and I struggled to maintain any interest in them as a couple.

The story of the Christmas miracle in Christmas Notch that they were chasing down was of great interest to me and I loved the friend groups that helped them finally realize their feelings for each other. Unfortunately, I didn’t love the very last-minute togetherness and quickly wrapped up epilogue.

Overall, I would read this again to complete the series because I did need closure for all the characters in this world, but this final book just wasn’t as strong as the other two. Of course, this is just my opinion, many other readers loved this grumpy/sunshine, steamy, holiday rom-com.

I received a digital ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

While I loved the first two books in this series, this one just didn't land for me. The little mystery they were researching was fun but these two characters had so much baggage and not enough personal growth throughout the book.

Such a fun, spicy holiday book! Two super amazing authors come together to write a holiday book? what more can a girl ask for!! such a quick easy read

The story follows two unlikely characters, a grumpy bookstore owner and a cheerful social media influencer, who are thrown together during the holidays. This one’s perfect for the holiday season!

Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone continues to amaze me with how unlikely but incredible of a duo they are. I really can’t get over it.

I have been loving this Christmas series with every fiber of my being and this book was no exception. I adored the characters, the storyline, the setting… all of it!!! It was just so incredibly fun and an amazing next installment in their Christmas Notch series. The tropes in this story were top tier and insanely fun.

I absolutely loved this story and can’t wait for everyone to get their hands on this book because is was amazing!

It's a given that I will read anything they write! I love their Christmas themed books, and I love this series.

This is such a fun, kooky, spicy, randomly wonderful holiday story! I haven't read all the books in this series, but as an intertwined standalone, the authors did a great job of filling any gaps in a way that didn't make it feel glossed over or repetitive, and I understood the entire book as a standalone. Isaac and Sunny are precious - their banter and nepo baby quirks made this such a fun read! I loved the cast of unique characters, there are several great friendships and relationships throughout that really add great layers to this tale.
Thank you, NetGalley, for letting me read and review this book!

Sunny and Isaac bring us back to the town of Christmas Notch with another cute and spicy story. Both characters are in a rut and make a deal with each other to help work through the problems. I enjoyed this book but I still think the first in the series was my favorite. As always though I especially liked the spice that Julie and Sierra manage to create and the representation of all types of people and love.