i finished this in the span of an afternoon, can you tell while i was at work i didn't do much? 😂 so this was fun! the winter vibes were there, the romance however wasn't for me. i didn't feel too connected to the characters despite how good the narration was. it was an easy listen and i even chuckled a couple times.

So im a bit on the fence about this book... the description of the book made me think that Kate ran away (said no) when her boyfriend proposed.... but what actually happened is she said yes and then ran away when her mom started planning the wedding. i can understand why so many people are upset at the description because in a sense she did emotionally cheat on her boyfriend...

But if you are able to look over that i think this book was quite cute and a pretty quick and easy listen. The narrator was perfect and i really enjoyed her voice. The childish pranks between Sam and Kate made me laugh so much and i really loved the banter between them both. Kate after a while seemed very relatable and i liked her growth throughout the book. Sam was cute and i really enjoyed his character. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

I completely picked this up on a whim and got totally invested in this small town enemies to lovers romance between a reclusive grump and a British lawyer who gets assigned to a case over the holidays. The pranks between the two main characters were hilarious and the David vs Goliath plot gave me all the warm cozies. Great for Hallmark Movie fans and even better as an audiobook. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early audio copy in exchange for my honest review!

Quick Summary: A holiday mix-up romance

My Review: Snow Going Back by Emma Tallon is a 2024 general fiction, adult romance novel. It is listed as a feel good enemies to lovers story.

About the Book: "Opposites attract in this heart-warming and truly laugh-out-loud enemies to lovers, forced proximity book."

After a nasty run in between a British lawyer and a local small town resident occurs, one would think the strangers would not have to cross paths again. Unfortunately, as fate would have it, the two have to share living space. It's obvious they don't like each other...or do they?

About the Characters:

Kate - > Accomplished, dedicated, peacekeeper who is not afraid to pull out her claws when needed, has a good heart

Sam - > Capable, observant, stubborn when crossed, kind, has a good heart

Lance - > Decent, rigid, opinionated, goes along, does not listen; seems well meaning in general

Kate's Mom - > Pushy, unrepentant nature, wants what she wants, negative energy, cares in a heavy handed way

Kate's Dad - > Quiet but aware, protective of loved ones, has a comforting nature

Kate's Friend-Girls - > Amy is true blue. The other friend is not as memorable.

About the Conflict: The conflict points in this story are mild to moderate in nature. All becomes clear as the story progresses.

About the Narration: This novel is narrated by Hayden Bishop. It was easy to listen to and get lost in the words...in a good way. I listening in one sitting, so that says something.

My Final Say: I enjoyed listening to this story. It was simple and straightforward. There was a touch of humor sprinkled in that added color to the underlying situations at hand. I walked away with a sense that the lead character came to a point of realization where she understood the value of being true to herself.

Other: I loved the community in this story. They had a heart for each other and were concerned for the well being of those who were associated with the business they were trying to save.

Rating: 4/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: A
Status: Clean
Level: 👍🍬
Audiobook: Yes
Narration: +

Appreciation is extended to the author, to the publisher (Dreamscape Media), and to NetGalley. Thank you for the opportunity to listen to an ALC of this title in exchange for an honest critique. It was a pleasure to review. The words I have shared are my own.