This is an adorably cute, romantic, and lovely read that doesn't overdo Christmas as a theme. Instead, this is more about the sentiments of the festive season and the love that abounds at this time of year. Neither Allison nor Drew are looking for a relationship, but they keep getting thrown together by some meddling old ladies. The plot is simple, but if you're looking for an instant relationship and the overused and formulaic third-act breakup, this book is not for you. This is a journey of working through real-life insecurities and the organic aligning of two people to form a healthy relationship. Sprinkled on top of this is the spice, and Allison and Drew are certainly hot together and very much worth the build-up. *I received an advance reader copy for free, and I'm voluntarily leaving a review*