secret Christmas towns, a handsome guardian & a girl that just wants to feel loved. The ultimate Christmas trifecta.

Juliet has lived her entire life just wanting to be loved & accepted. When she takes a drink from a handsome man at a bar her entire life is turned upside down & she gets more than she bargained for.

Tis the season for secrets has it all. A magical city where it is Christmas all year long, a family secret that finally comes to the surface & a steamy romance that will have you hooked.

This book was the perfect Christmas read! Thank you NetGalley & Kate Callaghan for letting me read this book!

This was a cute story about a magical town in the North Pole, and a girl who uncovered her family’s history and found her place. I unfortunately didn’t love the story as much as I hoped I would. I didn’t feel the chemistry between Juliet and Will, and I wasn’t invested in their romance. This isn’t a typical romcom, and I think it just missed the mark for me.

Got an ARC of this thanks to @netgalley. First holiday read of the season. This was cute, sometimes a little too saccharine and silly. The idea is good and fun, the execution is what I struggled with.

Kate Callaghan does it again! This was a fun little holiday read, with a mystery to unravel. While it says this is a standalone, I also read Book 1 and highly recommend reading it because that’s also a cute little holiday read.

I have been loving all of the new Christmas/ Holiday books and Tis The Season for Secrets was no exception! Such a fun holiday read. I can’t wait to read more of Kate’s books!

This is the second book in the Yule series, and I thought this one was better than the first one.

Juliet did trust far more easily than I would've, because Will did come off a little stalker-y at the beginning.

The story was really fast-paced, which is nice for a Christmas story.

Kate Callaghan delivers another entertaining and light story that made me smile, having fun, and root for the characters.
Good world building and storytelling
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

I really enjoyed the fantasy town of Yule. It really gives that hallmark christmas movie feel. You do not need to read the first book but I think you should. I think there are pieces that would be filled in. I liked the connection of Juliet and Will but at times felt forced and flat. I would have liked a little more mystery, lead up and mystery. I still throughly enjoyed the magic of north pole and christmas twist in this book. This was my first book by this author and I would definitely try another.

This book has choose your heart or head scenarios. It is gripping, sad, romantic and also quirky. I have not read the first book but I thoroughly enjoyed this second book. I really felt connected with the FMC juliet

Source: Netgalley for an honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley for giving me a free copy of this book in exchange for a review.
I enjoyed getting to revisit the Village of Yule in this book. A cute quick Christmas read. I do not think you have to read this series in order, but it does help some. The characters Will and Juliet were adorable. They both broke a lot of this town's laws to come together in the end.

I just had the most enchanting adventure in Yule, and I can't wait to be part of its magic! This story follows Juliet on her quest to uncover her true identity and find her way home, and trust me, it’s a total page-turner!

Though it's the second book set in the whimsical Christmas village of Yule, it stands perfectly on its own.

Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions! This book is overflowing with a mother’s unconditional love, tantalizing family secrets, a breathtaking winter wonderland, and a touch of forbidden romance. With all the heartwarming vibes of a Hallmark movie, but with an extra dash of spice, it will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish!

I read this as an ARC and I really enjoyed it.

I don’t usually love holiday rom coms because I feel like they are just barfing up with Christmas and it’s sometimes unbearable but this was cute and light and really sweet.

I liked the aspect of both daniels being the original families. I thought it was a fun take on the Frosts. I need to go back and read the first book so I can read about Mason and Lyla.

I would also love a spin off of Margot and Harvey. I feel like that one would be really good.

This to me has the perfect amount of open and closed door spice.

It has everything I wanted in a rom com

Spice: 🌶️

Tropes:
✨ one night stand
✨ legacies
✨ Christmas magic
✨ friends to lovers

Grab a cup of hot coco and park yourself in a nice cozy place by the fire, because this book gives those vibes. This is the perfect Christmas bodyguard romance.

Read this book if you enjoy:
One-night stands
Holiday romance
Forced proximity
Forbidden love
Found family

This book was vastly different from the very first book in the series. There was a lot more action and spice for sure. I actually really enjoyed this story line. My only complaint is that I wanted more, more of Yule. I wanted to be there throughout the story. I felt like in this book there were parts sprinkled in which involved Yule but mostly spent in her hometown. Her whole family dynamic was just a tad bit confusing. All in all, this is another good Christmas read to put on your list!

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thanks so much to Kate Callaghan and CallaghanWriter | Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), Members' Titles for the eARC of this title. I absolutely loved these first book in this series and this one definitely lived up to my expectations. If you want a quick holiday read look no further. Totally recommend to anyone.

Tis The Season For Secrets just fell flat for me. It was rushed, unenjoyable and I really could not pick up on the plot. It has a lot of potential, but for me this one was just way to rushed and seems like it weas done over the course of a few days to get it out in time for Christmas.

Sorry, it was a hard DNF.

“Tis the Season for Secrets” offers a charming, if somewhat predictable, holiday romance. The storyline features endearing characters and a festive backdrop that captures the spirit of the season. While the plot has its heartwarming moments, it occasionally leans into clichés, making some twists easy to anticipate. The writing is engaging, and the themes of love and forgiveness resonate well. Overall, it’s an enjoyable read for those looking for a lighthearted holiday escape, even if it doesn’t break new ground.

It started off as a very magical, cute, cosy experience and then after chapter 2 got so spicy all of a sudden . Innocence was gone (hihi).
With that being said some notes on the actual spicy scenes : personally they felt rushed (it was over with the blink of an eye). It either could have been more detailed or skipped altogether, now it was kinda in the middle (of nothing).
The stairs one was just confusing position wise.

Will:
Even though he wanted to spend time with her because it felt like “ loove at first sight”, as a one night stand he felt a little too clingy. Afterwards as well since I could not really build a connection with him.
Juliet : how many times does one need to be said to not run away ? She was contradicting herself a little bit : feeling guilty for including so many people in her secret but also telling a lot of people about it. Being worried about Will but running away from him three times? Confusing lady.

However the whole book felt like watching a favourite, cosy Christmas movie. I enjoyed the overall story, the magic city of Yule with the cute street and coffee shop names and the devoted love between Juliet’s parents.
Would recommend.


Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with a copy of the book!

I love a good holiday read with all the cozy vibes. Sprinkle in a little mystery and bonus. Well, it started out that way but then the author felt the need to spice it up with salacious sex scenes which totally takes away from the story. I decided that I had enough. I really wanted to find out the character’s story not hear about her one night stand which was graphically described. Too bad, this was not for me. Thank you to NetGalley and #katecallahan for the opportunity to read and review this book.

⭐️ 2.75 /5
🌶️ 1.5 /3

Aw, I’m a little sad to say this one fell just below my expectations after how much I loved and enjoyed The Naughty or Nice Clause. There’s a few too many storyline/ subplot for one book for my liking and it felt a bit overwhelming at times—then some seemed unfinished and forgotten; for instance, her promotion after it was given so much attention initially and it seemed like it was going to play an important role. While the insta-love and insta-lust elements brought plenty of heat, I didn’t quite feel the chemistry between the main characters. The mystery subplot dragged out a little too long, making it hard to stay fully engaged.

One part I truly loved was getting to see Mason and Lyla again! I found myself enjoying their scenes even more than the main storyline.

I do wish Juliet had been given a bit more justice for how her father, stepmother, and grandpa treated her. That said, this was still a cozy, festive read with lots of heartwarming moments—I just hoped for a little more depth to the characters’ journey.

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* Stronger chemistry between the main characters. Their dynamic felt flat and repetitive
* Fewer subplots to keep the focus on the main storyline, making it easier to follow and understand what the core plot is.
* A more balanced pacing for the mystery, so it unfolds in a way that keeps the suspense engaging
* Consequences for Juliet’s father and stepmother. They shouldn’t have been able to walk away without any repercussions for their mistreatment of Juliet.

My first Christmas-themed book for 2024 and it was such a good start to the season.
This book is a nice mixture of light spice romance and a magical mystery story.
I hadn't realised this was book 2 in the series, and I would recommend reading the first book beforehand. I was a little bit lost some of the time, but that's on me, not the author.
Overall, I enjoyed the story and learning about the magical town of Yule (it made me think of the movie The Christmas Chronicals), but I did find the spicy scenes within the story slightly random at times. The spicey scenes didn't always flow with the story but the overall romance was so pretty
By the end you a really rooting for the main characters, and that they get everything they are wishing for.
This book has the following tropes: He Falls First, One Night Stand, Magic, Holiday romance, Family Secrets, and an evil stepmother.
This book has low levels of spice - open door, but with limited details 1.5/5 chilies.