What happens when a struggling sports agent and a plus-size model fake an engagement to save a rescue goose? Christmas chaos, that’s what.

This book was amazing!
I absolutely love all the cocky kinsman books and novellas. I always look forward to more!

3.5🌟

Thank you netgalley for the arc!

I requested this not realizing it's a series (not my first time making that mistake) but I'm glad I found this! It's such a fun, fluffy, holiday read. I will likely go back and read at least some of the full length novels, as this was a novella. I enjoyed the chemistry between the characters. The pacing was lovely, and if you're a fan of mushy romcoms this is a must read for the holiday season (or Christmas in July, or anytime you need a pick me up). I'm sure knowing more about some characters backstories would have been helpful, but I will be going back and reading more about them in the full length novels.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC opportunity!

This was just okay for me. I understand its a novella and short, but it was so rushed and not in a very natural way. Because of that, it fell short.

I liked the characters, and the goose. I wish this had maybe been a full story, not a novella, so we could really round everyone out, because they are so likable.

This story just wasn't for me. I had a hard time relating to either of the characters and the story never fully immersed me. While the representation for plus-sized individuals is a great message, I didn't find much else to enjoy about this story. I found the main female character really naive and selfish in her behavior and the main guy just as hard to relate to. For the audiobook aspect, I really liked the female narrator for this character and I think she did a good job, but the male narrators voice didn't feel like the right fit for this character.

I’m just here for the goose. My brain didn’t want to reconcile that this was a prequel to the entire series, so I struggled with that. It’s weird being four books deep into a series, and then try to go back to the beginning. Also, the goose’s POV? Don’t know how I feel about that.

Thank you NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for approving my request for this audiobook!!

This series has become a beloved, fluffy, spicy plus-size heroine romance series that I auto buy. When I got approved for the arc of this book I squealed. While this one wasn't my favorite of the series, I still really loved it. It was so cute and would have been the perfect holiday read. Mac and Sara Jayne had great chemistry from the very beginning, and I was completely invested in their romance. And of course, Sir Honksalot is sassy goose perfection. Was it realistic? No. But was it fun? Yes.

Thanks to Dreamscape Media and NetGalley for my audio arc!

Love this cute little backstory of Sarah Jane and Mack. The fake dating to get a place to live is so real to today’s climate even if it was supposed to be set in the past. I guess some things never change. I love all the representation in her books and body positivity. The way her characters embrace how they look. And who doesn’t love a chaotic goose hell bent on mischief.

The audiobook narrators were great and really brought this story to life.

𝟯.𝟱 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗦 𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗨𝗣
"𝕃𝕖𝕥 𝕞𝕖 𝕤𝕙𝕠𝕨 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕖𝕩𝕒𝕔𝕥𝕝𝕪 𝕨𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕙𝕒𝕤 𝕞𝕖 𝕠𝕟 𝕊𝕒𝕟𝕥𝕒'𝕤 𝕟𝕒𝕦𝕘𝕙𝕥𝕪 𝕝𝕚𝕤𝕥 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕪𝕖𝕒𝕣"

Short & so so sweet! Although this is just a novella in the 'Cocky Kingmans' universe, I think it was the love story I have enjoyed the most thus far. I felt their undeniable and automatic chemistry. I was giggling at their first love declaration. This was exactly what this series needed to get me reinvigorated and excited to read the next Kingman's story.

I’ve loved every Kingman book I’ve read so far and this novella was no different! A romance brought together by a goose made for the perfect fluffy love story. I loved the way Award wrote the characters and the narrators were perfect for the MCs. The pacing was quick, but perfect. The ending had me giggling! Definitely enjoyed.

Amy Award's Honkers Under the Holly is pure sunshine ☀️! It's the perfect cute, fluffy, and totally enjoyable palate cleanser I was craving. The narrators did a fantastic job bringing these characters to life – their voices were spot on! This book is lighthearted and fun, and while the story is definitely on the whimsical side (hello, stylish goose!), that's what makes it so charming. Sir Honksalot, as you can imagine, was my absolute favorite. Goose love! 🦢💖

This book is a steamy 🔥, fast-paced sports romance with a plus-sized FMC (yes! 🙌). It's an open-door romance with a guaranteed HEA (Happy Ever After!) – all the things I love in a good romance. My NetGalley progress bar even went over 100% because of the extra content at the end! 🤩 Bonus!

Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fun, lighthearted, and feel-good read. Perfect for a cozy afternoon! ☕📚

I received this audiobook from the publisher (@Dreamscapemedia ) via @Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

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I have read and enjoyed several of the Cocky Kingmans books, but this one just didn’t hit the same for me. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a fun little bit of silly sweet and steamy fluff, and if you’re looking for something lighthearted and cute, this might be just the thing for you.
The audio performances by Allie Shae and Kyle Mason were good, especially considering that sweet nothings in German are a bit of a hard sell for me. It’s so harsh sounding, but I’m sure they effectively talk dirty to each other all the time.
While Sir Honksalot is quite the mischievous matchmaker, I can’t help wishing the story was a little less goose forward. I had a hard time getting into it at the beginning with all the focus on the goose. Once things got rolling, it felt like I had barely seen the main characters together before they were dropping I love yous. I know this novella is mostly about the vibes, so I’m not trying to go too deep. With that said, I really want more about Tommy. The last third of the book really made me want his story in full.
Thank you to NetGalley, Dreamscape Media, and Amy Award for the ALC opportunity.

Honkers Under the Holly is a holiday novella and part of the The Cocky Kingsman series. A plus size model and a sports agent both trying to make it are brought together when they rescue a goose at Oktoberfest. Suddenly this comedic meeting is turning into more as they are pretending to be engaged to save them both from being homeless over the holidays. This crazy turn of events has the two of them forced together, but that’s not exactly a bad thing. The connection and chemistry between them is strong and it won’t be long before the fake engagement threatens to turn into something real.

If you are looking for a quick, funny holiday read look no farther. This book is fully of humor, fluff and overall cuteness. The premise of this book was so cute and I loved Sir Honksalot. I loved the chemistry between Sara Jayne and Mac. This story was lighthearted and cute and a great, quick romance read to throw in the mix. This can easily be read as a standalone, but is part of a larger series. If you are looking for a quick, holiday themed romance this is a good choice!

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•Christmas Chaos
•Fake Engagement
•Plus-Size Model and Sports Agent
•Rescue Goose 🪿

Now, this was a cute, quick, and easy read/listen. I have enjoyed this series, literally every book in it. I felt it was a little rushed and had plot holes, but overall, it was a good read.

The audiobook has dual narration! They did a good job telling the story; it was easy to listen to and understand. I listened at 2x speed.

Thank you, Netgellay, and Dreamscape Media for the audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

I absolutely loved Honkers Under the Holly! It's a fun, laugh out loud listen! (I really did laugh out loud while walking my dog and listening.) Amy always writes wonderfully confident plus size characters and the men who love them and the narrators did a great job bringing them to life. This is a great addition to the world of the Cocky Kingmans but can be read as a standalone too. I absolutely recommend this audiobook.

everything was just so sped up, i felt like i missed a chunk of the plot (but it just didn't exist?). fun and cute tho. i'll be thinking about the goose for a long time, even though i will not think about the rest of the book? i also didn't appreciate that the gay person was pushed back into the closet (also without ceremony)? like that was pretty unwarranted.
thanks to netgalley and the publisher for an ARC.

I think I’d like to live in Amy Award’s books; the characters always have fun, being plus-sized and a snack is a given, the chemistry is kismet, and there’s always a little tongue and cheek nod to the title. This is the fifth story in the Cocky Kingmans (4.5 to be exact) and I enjoy visiting this world. Sarah Jayne and Mac have the instant chemistry everyone wants and it’s oddly believable that they fall for each other so quickly. As with each Kingsman book there’s always a swoonworthy sports star and an attention stealing (in this case sock stealing) animal or pet. I loved that Sir Honksalot had his own social media following and basically started a #porchgoose trend in a wealthy L.A. neighborhood of all places. And what’s not to love about a beefcake baller that only has eyes for the girl and helps take care of a wily animal and his friend? If you’re looking for a fluffy fun low stakes novella, this dual narration will meet those needs. Allie Shae and Kyle Mason worked wonderfully in tandem to bring the voices of Sarah Jayne and Mac to life. I received an ALC from Dreamscape Media. All opinions are my own.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for providing me with an audio ARC of this title to listen to and give an honest review. The opinions expressed here are my own.
I'm in love with this series by Award. I love the inclusivity and positivity of her books. And this one was just as great as all the others. I wish I had known about this one around the holidays as it would have made a perfect holiday read!
I really enjoyed the narrators. Especially the female, Allie Shae. This is my first title listening to her. She did a great job brining Sarah Jane alive for me. I've listened to one other book narrated by Kyle Mason and I really enjoyed it. He did a fun job of narrating's Maguire Jerry in this novella.
The chemistry between the FMC and MMC is almost immediate in this piece. I love how they bonded over the rescue of a goose. But I also love their connection and how they are in similar places in their lives: both aspiring to do better at the jobs. Award has a great way of incorporating animals into her books, as well. They often times steal the show!
It was fun to see some characters I know but as their younger selves (since this piece is a prequel to the other books). I love when a novella can give me some insight into characters that I have already been introduced to. Plus we got to meet a character who is no longer around in the first book and it was great to have that glimpse.
There were many laugh out loud moments that made me smile and some sweet and sexy times between the FMC and MMC, as well.
Overall, this was a quick fun read that added some good information to the Kingmans world. Award has quickly become one of my favorite romance authors.

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC or listening copy.

This was a super cute short story. The narrators were really good and easy to understand.

The story is absolutely adorable and worth the time to listen to.

It's never too late or too early to get a little holiday read in and this one just hit the spot if you are a fan of the Kingmans. The animals are always a highlight and Sir Honksalot did not disappoint. It was a fun, instalove, sweet between Sarah Jayne and Mac. The audio was so good, it had me laughing and awing. A perfect little side story of the Kingmans agent and the plus size model who inspires the future FMC's.

I loved this title. It was fun from the very first chapter. The goose, never my favorite fowl, just MADE the story. It was fun to see how the characters grew together and how it set the state for more titles. There was an unanswered question that's kinda bugging me, but other than that, a great read!