Oh man this book was not for me. I have never read anything by any of these authors, so this short story collection was my first from all of them. I hated them all. Truly, I tried to put them in order #1-3 but I just hated them all. How boring. How trite. Listen I know what Christmas books are. I know that they are usually overdone tropey overly sentimental smut, but these were over the line and not in good ways. I love Christmas. I love cheesy. I love love. I hate hate this book. Save yourself some time this holiday season and dont bother. Bah Humbug.
Thanks Netgalley for the ARC.

Mistletoe Season
Three Christmas Stories
Narrated by Tanya Eby

🚩 This review is based off of the audio book and most likely will have SPOILERS so be warned🚩


Story 1: Return to Mistletoe - Kathleen Fuller
(3⭐️s)

MCs: Kieran and Emmy

What I liked:
• The relationship between the FMC and her daughter
• Small town. Everyone knows everything
• Side characters
• The ending was cute.

What I didn’t like:
• The FMC ex. I hate that she never tried to get her money back and let him get away with taking it. She should’ve listened to her friends and went after him.
• I have doubts about the MMC feelings towards the FMC when they were younger. And also don’t buy it when the FMC is thinking about prom and how she didn’t mind him dancing (slow and fast songs) with other girls, especially when she’s always had a crush on him.
• I didn’t care for the narrators accent when it came to the MMC. There were parts where the MMC would speak with an Irish accent and then became American, which was kinda distracting.

Overall: This was an okay story. I liked it but it wasn’t my favorite. And it felt like an HFN ending.

Story 2: The Mistletoe Prince - Pepper Basham
(5⭐️s)

MCs: Prince Arran and Charlie

What I liked:
• Loved the MCs. They were soo cute together.
• Loved hot the MMC and FMC met
• Loved how they became friends first before anything romantic.
• Family and Friends
• The FMC is a strong, independent woman.
• I loved the ending. And even though this is a short story, I felt like this couple were each others soul mates and would last forever.

Overall: Loved this one. It was soo darn cute and It made me happy.

Story 3: Say No to Mistletoe - Sheila Roberts
(2.5⭐️s)

MCs: Hailey and Carwyn

What I liked:
• How into the FMC the MMC was
• Golden Retriever MMC
• Loved the HEA ending

What I didn’t like:
• The FMC acted, thought, and spoke like a teenager, even though she’s a grown adult.
• Went a long with everything her mother wanted, even though it made the FMC unhappy
• Her whole family treated her like a child and kinda bullied her into doing stuff that she didn’t want to do.
• FMC getting her hair done by her high school bully, knowing it was going to end up horribly, all because her family pressured her into doing it. I don’t understand why she didn’t just go to the store and buy brown hair dye. She could’ve fixed her hair the same day.

Overall: This was okay. I liked some of it but unfortunately the FMC annoyed me throughout the whole story. Thankfully I liked the MMC, hence the stars.

Happy Reading🖤

Oh and I received an ARC from NetGalley but this review is 100% all me.

I recently finished listening to Mistletoe Season, a delightful anthology featuring stories by Sheila Roberts, Kathleen Fuller, and Pepper Basham. This audiobook is the perfect companion for the holiday season, wrapping you in warmth and festive cheer.

Narration: The narrators did an exceptional job bringing each story to life. Their voices were engaging and perfectly matched the tone of the narratives, making it easy to get lost in the characters' worlds. The pacing was just right, allowing me to savor the moments without feeling rushed.

Stories: Each author brings a unique flavor to the collection. Sheila Roberts’ story is filled with heartwarming moments and a touch of humor, while Kathleen Fuller’s tale dives into the beauty of love and community during the holidays. Pepper Basham adds a sprinkle of whimsy and romance that left me smiling. The intertwining themes of love, family, and the magic of the season made for a cozy listening experience.

Themes: What I loved most was how each story captured the essence of the holidays—whether it was through the joy of giving, the importance of family, or the magic of unexpected love. It reminded me of the little things that make the season special.

Overall Experience: Listening to Mistletoe Season felt like curling up with a warm cup of cocoa by the fire. It’s a perfect audiobook for anyone looking to get into the holiday spirit. I found myself laughing, tearing up, and ultimately feeling uplifted. If you’re in need of a heartwarming escape this winter, I highly recommend giving this audiobook a listen!

This book was okay but it was so quick that it was kind of whiplashing how quickly they just randomly fall in love

Three sweet Christmas romances. Three talented authors. Three short stories that will capture your heart and celebrate the holiday season.

Story #1- Second chance love story for single-mom Emmy. Author Kathleen Fuller does a great job at capturing the “Hallmark Holiday” feel with her novella.

Story #2- This was the story that lead me to this book. I adore Pepper Basham’s royal Skylar series and had to read the next installment. It did not disappoint! I loved reading about Prince Arran and his visit to North Carolina where his sister Ellie and new brother-in-law Luke live. Little does he know that he is about to meet his own match.

Story #3- Meet Hailey Fairchild. Determined to move past her awkward high school years, but doomed to revisit them with her trip home for the holidays. To make matters worse, she keeps running into her old crush… her older brother’s best friend. Can things get more awkward and hilarious?

Thank you @netgalley for providing me the opportunity to listen and review this audiobook!

• Return to Mistletoe by Kathleen Fuller [3.5/5]
It was a good story to start with, especially with the town's name and the doubts from both sides. The romance was done well and I really enjoyed some moments they were alone, or when the family was trying to play matchmakers.

• The Mistletoe Prince by Pepper Basham [4/5]
My favorite of the three stories. I think this is the one with the most humoristic side but also with the best character growth, which is hard to have in short stories. I really liked the whole Prince clichés and the way Aaron used his status for help.

• Say No to Mistletoe by Sheila Roberts [3/5]
The shortest one, and perhaps it wasn't the best thing for this story. I felt no interest for the romance but the characters were good, maybe the romance was too simple, without much of the Christmas feeling outside of the mistletoe stuff?


Overall it was as good and entertaining as any Hallmark Christmas movies! I also have to say that I didn't noticed it was published as a christian book before requesting the e-arc, and I'm not really found of those... but the mentions stayed light, so it wasn't too much bothering.

3 Hallmark like stories with a religious spin. Since these were all short stories there was no deep story line and we don't get to know the characters well. While they will scratch the itch you may have for sweet holiday romance they left me feeling a bit empty. I'm not sure if it was due to the length of the story or the plots themself.

Mistletoe Season by Sheila Roberts, Kathleen Fuller, and Pepper Basham


Return to Mistletoe by Kathleen Fuller
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I love a good holiday novella and I love audiobooks. I really enjoyed this first of three audio novellas. The narrator did a great job with the accents and the story was cute. This was my second favorite of the three.

The Mistletoe Prince by Pepper Basham
⭐️⭐️⭐️

Ironically most reviews think this is the strongest of the three. Personally, I hated the narrator’s accent for the FMC in this one which made me cringe each time she spoke. I’m also not familiar with Basham’s work, which probably lessened my enjoyment of this one since some characters were familiar to fans of Basham. Also, I didn’t know these were all Christian audiobooks until this one. It mentioned religion A LOT.

Besides that, this one dragged on for a bit. It’s the longest of the three and I liked books 1 and 2 MUCH more than this one.


Return to Mistletoe By Sheila Robert’s
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This is my favorite of the three stories. We have a second chance, small town romance that felt reminiscent of a Hallmark movie. This was sweet and cute!


Thank you so much to NetGalley for the gifted audiobook copy of this one!

Three sweet Christmas books. All three were sweet hallmark type books. I enjoyed it. Perfect cozy read for the holiday season. Thanks to NetGalley, publisher and author for an arc in exchange for my honest review.

I have long associated the Christmas read with Sheila Roberts and look forward to a new one each year, but I was not acquainted with the other two contributors to this holiday anthology. Roberts's story was true to form....festive and fun, and the other two stories, by Fuller and Basham, did not disappoint. I always love my Christmas novels, but this format was a pleasant addition...three short stories/novellas in one fell swoop!! Kick off your holiday season in high fashion and give these three authors a read....under the mistletoe!!!! Happy Holidays!!

OMG, Mistletoe Season: Three Christmas Stories is like the ultimate cozy Christmas treat, and I am SO thrilled I got both the eBook and audiobook ARCs thanks to HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Thomas Nelson Fiction, and of course, NetGalley! 💗✨ Seriously, the eBook had me hooked, but the audiobook narrated by Tanya Eby? TOTAL HOLIDAY MAGIC! 🎧☕ If you want to feel like you're wrapped in a blanket with hot cocoa, you NEED this in your life!

✧ Second Chance Romance 💕
✧ Small Town Charm 🏘
✧ Royalty / Commoner Romance 👑
✧ Friends to Lovers 💕
✧ Mistletoe Magic 🌟
✧ Holiday Cheer 🎄
✧ Swoon-Worthy Hero 💘
✧ Christmas Rom-Com 🎬
✧ Quick & Cozy Novella 📖

First up, Return to Mistletoe by Kathleen Fuller—OMG, my heart! 😍 Emmy and Kieran’s second chance romance totally had me feeling ALL the emotions. 💖 Mistletoe, Missouri, is SO cute, and Kieran’s swoony Irish accent? Swoon🍀 While I would’ve loved a lil' more character depth with Kieran, the chemistry between these two was absolute perfection! 💋 Plus, the holiday magic was SO real, I was wrapped up in it like a holiday gift! 🎁

Then we’ve got The Mistletoe Prince by Pepper Basham, and let me tell you, I couldn’t put it down! 😍✨ Prince Arran, sent to a small town to prove himself? YES, PLEASE! 👑 The way he grew and found out that love isn’t just about crowns—it’s about the heart—had me feeling all the feels! 💓 And the romance with Charlie? ADORABLE!! I was all heart-eyes for these two. 😘

Lastly, Say No to Mistletoe by Sheila Roberts—this one had me laughing so much I had to put my book down! 😂 Hailey, a romance writer who swears off mistletoe after a cringe-worthy teen disaster with her neighbor, Carwyn? Holiday rom-com gold right here! 🎬 Their awkward charm was SO FUN to read, and their second-chance romance was full of heart! 💕 Plus, Hailey’s self-doubt added that extra depth that made it more than just a typical holiday read. ✨

Overall, this collection is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season! 🎄🎉 It’s light, fun, and packed with all the festive vibes you could ever want. BUT, Pepper’s story was definitely my fave! If you’re in the mood for quick, sweet holiday reads, this is YOUR vibe. 📚🎁

I love books that are full of short Christmas stories. Some I liked and some I didn't, but that's what makes it so interesting. Fun charming stories for the holiday.

Three beautiful Christmas stories that make your heart smile! All three stories feature well written characters, mistletoe, and clean romance filled with fun moments. I loved discovering two authors I've never explored before, and checking on my favourite Skymar royals. All novellas added to the magic of the season and made me smile!

I absolutely loved this book! A great book to begin the holiday season! Sheila Roberts is my favorite!

I listened to this book. I didn't really enjoy the Scottish accent. It felt fake to me. The last short story felt monotone and at a slow choppy pace. I do in general like short stories during the busy the holiday season.

The third story was my favorite in spite of the narrators voice. I also enjoyed the clean romances each of them wrote about.

I liked the theme of mistletoe through each novella in this collection. Different stories but all with happily ever after. Two of these are siblings best friends that reconnect. The third is a prince who proves he’s not just his title. Overall good books with funny and adorable scenes in each.

If you’re in the mood for a sweet, cozy Christmas read, Mistletoe Season by Sheila Roberts, Kathleen Fuller, and Pepper Basham is just the ticket. This collection offers three heartwarming stories, each set in a charming small town and tied together by a mistletoe theme that adds a festive touch to each romance.

Listening to these stories in audiobook format was enjoyable, though I found that some of the accents from the narrator could be a little distracting. Part of me wished I had the print version in hand to fully immerse myself in these cozy tales. Still, the stories were easy to follow, and each one transported me to its unique small-town setting, complete with all the Christmas magic you’d hope for.

These quick reads would be perfect to enjoy in front of the fire with a warm cup of hot cocoa on a winter night. If you’re a fan of cute, cozy holiday stories, Mistletoe Season is an ideal pick for your Christmas reading list.

If you want a cheesy but overall cute christmas read then this one is for you. Do with this what you wish, but it's not a bad book. Sometimes you just need a cheesy christmas book to put you in the spirit.

This was so cute! Loved all the different stories. Perfect for the Christmas season and will get you into the Christmas spirit. If you are looking for a collection of Christmas romance to get you ready to celebrate definitely read this one!

Woof. This was… a bit of a hard book for me. I cringed a lot. The cheese was cheesing and everything was a little too easy. HOWEVER I recognize these are little novellas so there really wasn’t time to develop things and have a ton of conflict, it just got right to it, which I can appreciate. It was okay. I think the Prince story was probably my fav. The third book’s use of the word ugh all the time bothered me but I think it’s more the narrator’s fault. The narrator was such a struggle for me to listen to. Like she’s very good and has emotion in the right places, but I just felt like I was being read to by a nice local librarian? It really is just preference though! Anyways. Wish I could’ve loved it, but it just fell flat for me. Thank you to NetGalley, HarperCollins Christian Publishing for the advanced audiobook copy.