This was a super cute and unique holiday story. It’s a really quick read but there’s a lot in it! I really liked Tilly as a character and I’ve never read a book quite like this one. I HIGHLY recommend this book!

This is a fun short story from Mary Kay Andrews. Even though it is a short holiday story it is classic Mary Kay. She weaves a fun escape throughout the pages. In this story, Tilly is having a really bad holiday. She has recently divorced her husband and she has no money and even worse no place to live right now. She works for a rental company and there just happens to be an empty house. What could happen if she stays there for just a little while over the holidays while her new place becomes available. Well I'll tell you what could happen. The new owner shows up. George shows up with the intention of selling his newly inherited house. So what does Tilly do? Does she come clean? No! she hides. Can you imagine hiding in an attic? No bathroom or anything. Well I'm sure you can imagine the funny events that happen. Enjoy this fun holiday story.

MaryKay Andrews is an all time favorite, especially when it comes to reading in the holiday season. This quick little novella was delightful, and I wished it had been an entire book! A little mischief, a little missed communication, a little love. Perfect combination. Enjoyed every word.

This was so cute! I wish it was a full length novel, because I'd love to see more of Tilly and George! Was it a little rushed? Yes, but it was also only 70-something pages so that's to be expected. This is the perfect, fun, festive read!

Holiday Hideaway is a cute, fun read! I enjoy everything that Mary Kay Andrews writes, and this was a great choice to start off my holiday reading. Thanks, NetGalley, for the advance digital copy of this novella!

This short story was absolutely adorable. I always go back to this author when I just want a cute comfort read. That is exactly what I got out of this one.

The whole premise was so cute, and I loved how it ended up being revealed that she was living in the house. I thought it was such a cute love story.

I love reading this author during the summer so reading a book that took place in the winter was a bit different for me. I can’t wait to pick up some more books by this author.

This was such a cute and fun read! Leave it to Mary Kay Andrews for it!

Tilly is needing a temporary stay, and decides to hang at George's uncles home for a couple days until her place is ready, however George shows up, and stays! So what now...?

The Queen of Christmas does it again with this short holiday novella. My only complaint is that it wasn't long enough. What a great way to kick of the Christmas season reading!

What a perfect holiday novella!

The story follows Tilly, who isn't feeling very festive. She's recently divorced and flat broke. Forced to "squat" in one of her rental agency's properties until her new place is ready, Tilly finds herself in a bind when the new owner shows up.

George is just there long enough to sell his Granduncles house and rethink his relationship with his fiancée'. Tilly dodges every invitation to meet him. She'd die if he knew she was squatting in the same house he's staying in!

Holiday Hideaway by Mary Kay Andrews

Rating: 4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to Amazon Original Stories, Netgalley, and the author for access to this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

This was a super fun, sweet, heartwarming holiday short story! Filled with cozy vibes, moments of laughter and joy, and made complete with a super cute romance between Tilly and George.

Tilly Farriday is dealing with a housing dilemma of sorts. Divorced and broke, Tilly decides to spend two weeks in one of her rental agency’s vacant properties until her new place is ready. The house hasn’t been rented out to anyone in a long time so she figures that’s her best bet. Then, things start to get super interesting. It just so happens that the owner’s great nephew, George Holloway has shown up.

Overall, this was a wonderfully written Christmas short story. The characters, plot, and the humor were impeccable. This is the perfect read to get in a holiday mood!

Starting my holiday reads with a fun little short story!!!

Holiday Hideaway🎄

Mini Review ⬇️

ARC - Pub Date Oct 29

I am not the biggest fan of short stories because they just always seem rushed but this was a cute little holiday read 😊

If you have previously loved MKA’s Christmas books you will enjoy this one as well and it’s the perfect start to this season’s reading!

A quick and breezy holiday short story that was okay but not great. It was a fun story about Tilly who gets caught squatting in a vacant home that the property management company she works for takes care of. George makes a trip back to his hometown after the death of his uncle to make repairs and sell the home. Through a series of events, Tilly and George bond, recall a connection they had in high school, and the rest follows the typical romcom format.

I like a bit more meat, and even a short story could have delivered it, but this one fell short for me. I have no regrets about reading it, as it is very quick and a great way to kill a little time, and the characters are very likable, but not memorable.

Thanks to Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this book. All opinions are my own.

This was such a cute wintery read. I usually like settings and characters that Mary Kay Andrews writes and this was no exception. Need a short story to get you in the holiday mood? Look no further than “Holiday Hideaway”.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for this eArc.

Holiday Hideaway by Mary Kay Andrews is a must read for the holidays! Her sense of humor even confined to a short story is amazing! Highly recommend!

The holiday season seems to go quicker each year. This short story by Mary Kay Andrews is the perfect length for a quick cozy romance when you don't have much time, but you still want something to get you in the holiday spirit.

Tilly is working in property rental and is squatting in a home (why not ... she knows its not rented and she has no where else for a couple weeks?). Enter the grand-nephew who just inherited it (with his sisters) and wants to get it ready to put on the market.

Very much what you would expect from Mary Kay Andrews. And I wouldn't miss it!

Many thanks from NetGalley, Amazon Original Stories and Mary Kay Andrews for the opportunity to review the advance read copy in exchange for an honest review. 72 pages. Publication date Oct 29, 2024 ... just in time for the holidays.

Cute little short story, a holiday romance to get you in the Christmas mood. MKA always writes interesting and realistic characters.

Quick read (novella). Didn’t really feel like a Christmas story for me, just a cute short romance. Thanks to Netgalley for this arc.

4 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. A cute and short Christmas read. Mary Kay Andrews never disappoints. At first I was a little worried it would be kinda dumb with Tilly hiding in the attic but around 50% she isn’t hiding anymore and it was a really sweet little story! And George was adorable. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a short, fun, Christmas book! 🎄❤️

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Holiday Hideaway is the perfect pick-me-up for anyone in a reading slump and craving a cozy holiday escape. This heartwarming short story brings together Tilly, a quirky and lovable heroine, and Graham, who at first seems a bit pretentious but reveals hidden depth as the story unfolds. Over the course of six days, Tilly and Graham reconnect, rekindling old memories while making sweet new ones. With its blend of nostalgia, charm, and holiday spirit, Holiday Hideaway is a delightful, feel-good read that will leave you smiling and ready for the season.

Tilly is squatting in a rental property when the owner comes back for the holidays. Since Tilly works for the rental company she knows no one has rented the property in over a year and she thought it would be safe to stay there for two weeks until she moved into her new property.

George shows up at the property he recently inherited from his great-uncle. There are done strange goings-on that he notices immediately which causes him to have a cute text exchange with Tilly herself.

This story is short and can be read just as quickly as you could watch a Hallmark Christmas movie. It’s a sweet story.

I got to read an early ebook edition from NetGalley. Thanks! I love MKA!