I really enjoyed this book, and even though it is only September it put me in the Christmas spirit! Is it too early to put up the tree and hunt down some eggnog?

In this novel we follow Will and Juliet. Juliet is a member of the Frost family who was banished from Yule generations ago. She was raised by her cruel family in the Outside world while her mother was kept away from her in Yule. Enter our hunky MMC Will. He is a guardian and is tasked with making sure those banished do not reveal Yule’s secrets and helping those who leave Yule (by choice) acclimate to the Outside world. He was tasked by Juliet’s mother to find her and reintroduce her to the world of Yule. But it is love at first sight for these two. With secrets at every turn, and family who are vindictive, will Will and Juliet find their HEA?

I love Callaghan because she writes the perfect men. Will is so sweet but dang he has some spice to him. This is the third book I’ve read by Callaghan and the other two have been slow burns. This one was heating up by chapter 3!! Goodness, I needed to turn on the AC. 🔥🥵

Juliet was a very likable character, much like all of Callaghan’s FMC. She is strong minded but has a soft spot for family. This is why I can’t fault her for always seeing her family on the holidays, even when she is expected to stay in a cabin and not in the main house (or should I say mansion), and is treated terribly.

Three things did bother me about this books: 1) I wanted to know what ended up happening with Juliet’s father. Did he ever go to the council? Who was his guy on the inside telling him everything? 2) Juliet gives in to her flight instincts too much. Whenever Will left her alone I was like “Boy, she’s gonna run!” 3) Are Harvey and Margo going to get together??? I must know!

If you’re looking for a fun Christmas novel that is like nothing I’ve read before, check out this series. Both books include cinnamon roll MMC who will do anything to win the hearts of the FMC.

Ps, I also really loved how Lyla, Mason, Kevin, and Mrs. Klaus were included. And it wasn’t just a quick passing, they were in several chapters. I love this family and I’m not ready to say goodbye to them!

*An ARC was received in exchange for an honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley and CallaghanWriter | Independent Book Publishers Association for the opportunity to read Tis The Season For Secrets by Kate Callaghan, a fun, romantic, very sexy Christmas novel. Loved it!

Definitivamente hay una mejora en comparación al primer libro, el problema es que tiene algunas inconsistencias y cosas incompletas. Espero que estos problemas se arreglen en la versión final.


Esperaba que el padre y la madrastra recibieran su merecido o por lo menos hubiera un cierre con esa relación.


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

I got this book after reading about the Yule Village. It helps to read The Naughty or Nice Clause as this sets the scene and introduces certain characters. It has more adult themes than the first, but is still a romance story at its heart.

Juliet Frost is trying to get promotion in the publishing firm she works for. To this end, she has been tasked with getting the manuscript from a new author, to be on her bosses desk at 8am Sunday morning. Her flat mate persuades her to attend a party, which is being hosted by the author. Here she bumps into Will and her whole life changes. She and Will spend the night together and she runs out on him first thing in the morning. This seems to be a recurring habit of Juliet's, even when she finds herself in Yule.

Kate Callagham has written another page turner, a great read to while away a cold evening, sat infront of a real fire, drinkng hot chocolate.

I enjoyed this book and will look out for more by the same author.

“Everyone worth having comes with its challenges, but I’d give up everything I have just to spend my days with you.”

This is the second book in the interconnected series, Village of Yule and it is the story of Juliet and Will.
I have to admit that I liked this one more than The Naughty or Nice Clause, which should be read first to avoid spoilers.

What you can expect:
One Night Stand
Winter Wonderland
Family Secrets
Forced Proximity
Holiday Romance
Bodyguard and Editor
Dual POV
Forbidden relationship
Found family

I feel like this book had a fast pace, was emotional and spicy.

Will fell in love instantly and did all he could to protect Juliet and show her she is important. Even if there is some drama, they manage to develop their relationship nicely.

The ending made me very happy.

Thank you Netgalley and the author for the e-book in exchange for an honest review.

I hope there will be another book in the series.

I just finished a great holiday read! Tis The Season For Secrets by Kate Callaghan was a winner for me!