Christmas Unwrapped

by C.L. Easton

Noel:
Christmas time is in the pits.
I needed an escape this year. I thought I found that until my neighbour came up with a crazy idea. Now I’m stuck wearing this ugly Christmas sweater wondering where the nearest exit is.

North:
Christmas is the best time of the year.
I only needed a couple of days to get away before my family comes together. Then I ran into my neighbour and I came up with the craziest idea I’ve ever had. I’m wearing the best sweater ever as I’m watching her look for the exit. What can go wrong?

Genres: Christmas, Holiday

127 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 1, 2022

Reviews

[Kelsey Stone · Rating 5 out of 5]

I look for a gift tag.

To: North From: Noel,
Thank you for making this Christmas special. I’ll never forget it.
I turn to look at her, but she’s watching Asher play with his toy. I turn back to the bag, pulling out the travel mug I had been looking at. It’s nothing fancy, just a plain black mug with the saying “Coffee makes me poop” on it. I thought it was hilarious. It’s literally the perfect gift.


Oh my god. This little novel is ADORABLE. Down to nicknames. Snow cone? Grinch? Come on.

LOTS of fake dating and even a little bit of public fun.
… even naked snow angels. 👀👀

North and Noel meet while Noel is at a cabin she’d rented for her and her scummy, cheating boyfriend. She’s an absolute grinch, and North hopes to reverse that. They agreed to fake date, though it ramps up fast. He gives her all the best fun times all while keeping a few secrets tucked away — for a reasonable reason in his case.

He brought her home for the holidays! Though his brother made a fool out of himself, they treated her like family and softened that hard-as-a-stone heart of hers. Chaos ensues, however the happily ever after is so incredibly sweet that it warmed even my own little baby heart.

I absolutely love holidays, and themed novels with all the fun bits. CL Easton really balanced this novella, a good solid amount of good and sweet and a good amount of naughtiness. She did, absolutely, not disappoint and I even wish it was longer!

[Kaly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Christmas Unwrapped is a smutty and sweet story that follows Noel, a Christmas hating woman who has just found her ex boyfriend has cheated one her and has fled to be alone in a cabin in the small town of Canmore. What starts as a plan to be left alone and away from the painful memories that Christmas brings, quickly turns into a fake dating relationship with her neighbor, North and a promise of getting her to learn to love christmas again. North is a man who hides secrets of his own in order to protect his heart. When both start catching feelings, will North trust Noel with his secrets before its too late or will he loose her to his own fears? And will Noel learn to Christmas again or continue to be "The Grinch"? Read to find out!

[Mulan Book Princess · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was a fun holiday romance. North is instantly intrigued when he meets Noel. She is the grumpy pants grinch to his happy Christmas personality. North is determined to make her be happy regarding Christmas and takes on a variety of dates to show her how great it can be. He also convinces her to be his fake girlfriend at his family’s Christmas dinner. Feelings grow, and these two seem to get close until secrets are revealed. These two will need to work together to get to their HEA. I found this book entertaining and enjoyable to read.

I received a free advanced reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my fair and honest review.

[Ashley Morefield · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful

I love this story. I usually don't do Christmas love stories, but I absolutely loved this one! I hate that Noel went through so much heartbreak and missing out on the true meaning of Christmas. Then North, he is the perfect Christmas boyfriend. I love that he wanted to bring her the true meaning of Christmas. Not just the lights, the gifts or the food, but to be with the people you love and who love you in return. I dislike that he lied to her and hurt her, but I get where he was coming from. He didn't want to get hurt again. I'm so happy they were able to look past the hurt and find the love they deserved!

[Erika · Rating 4 out of 5]

Easton does it again! Christmas Unwrapped has it all! Girl finds cheating pos bf with her so called best friend, takes herself on a winter wonderland vacation where mr sexy annoying snowmobile stranger brings her more than just the best orgasms of her life! Fall in love with our real life grinch Noel while North helps her find more than just her Christmas spirit; and she gives him more than just a break from his nagging family over Christmas dinner. This light hearted holiday romance is the perfect combination of sweet and spice to get you in the holiday mood!! Fake dating for the Christmas win!!

[Jayme Lovell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute Christmas story

This story is about Noel, a Christmas hating female down on her luck, she heads to the mountains for an escape and meets the mysterious North. North convinces her to fake date him for his family Christmas and their bond begins to form. North makes it his mission to get Noel to fall back in love with Christmas. This story was full of laughs, love, and some steam! This was totally different then CL Eastons normal style and she definitely hit the mark on a cute Christmas love story

[Sheila · Rating 4 out of 5]

Noel has just found her boyfriend cheating on her. So when she decides to get away, she doesn't expect to meet a hot guy next door.
North decided to get away for a few days before his family's Christmas fun and all the questions and complaints about him being single come.
Neither of them expect the instant attraction and feelings. So when they purpose a fake relationship, can they make everyone believe it? Because they both deserve a happily ever after.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kandace_Bookaholic_ · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️Fake Dating
⭐️ Loss of a loved one

This book was so cute and the perfect read for the holidays, North and Noel like even their names are cute together!!

This was a fast read and when these two meet there is instant attraction. North teaches Noel how to love Christmas again and in the process falls in love with her. The spice is everything you didn’t know you needed 😏

CL Easton is a favorite author of mine her books are always phenomenal!!

[Brandi Exline · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a perfect spicy Christmas novella. I love Noel and North. This was such a quick read. Noel hates Christmas since her mom passed. Then she walks in on her boyfriend and best friend. So she takes off to the mountains to stay in a cabin where she meets North. I won't give anything away there. I really enjoyed this one. The banter between Noel and North had me laughing. I highly recommend this for the holiday season.

[T.I. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this story. The characters were very enjoyable. This book has a little of everything in it, (wonderful characters that make you laugh, great chemistry, some drama, and an awesome ending). They draw you in and make feel like you're a part of it. This was a very entertaining read. You'll love it.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Debbie Benson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Neither Noel nor North had a good track record with their exes, but that changes when they meet. While they had a rough patch, North restores Noel's joy, and she gives him the love he searched for. Together they forge a new life of happiness.

[Veronica Albertson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a hard one for me to stick with, first I had a hard time figuring out where chapter one even began because there was no title page for it. And I just couldn’t get into the story. I’m going to try and get through a little more of it at some point but right now I just couldn’t stick with it. I’m sorry.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Samantha · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an ARC from the author and am voluntarily leaving my review. This was a fun holiday romance with just the right amounts of sweetness and steam. North and Noel have great chemistry but have different outlooks. They work out a deal that ends up restoring her trust and love of not only the holiday. The storyline and the characters provide humor, heartache, friendship and love

[Michele · Rating 4 out of 5]

A new author for me, and I enjoyed this holiday novella. I liked the characters, along with the fun storyline with just the right touch of spicy romance and care. Always a winner in my heart of the fake relationship taking a turn at being real.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sue Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Christmas Unwrapped by C L Easton.
Christmas time is in the pits. I needed an escape this year. I thought I found that until my neighbour came up with a crazy idea. Now I’m stuck wearing this ugly Christmas sweater wondering where the nearest exit is.
A feelgood Christmas read. Great story. Loved Noel and North. 5*

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story was beautiful, I loved the setting, the characters, the plot, everything.

Noel was a wonderful woman who, for good reason, wasn't a Christmas fan. When along came North, a funny, Christmas Lover who just so happens to be her neighbour.

Laugh out loud moments, and some heartwarming scenes.

If you love Cabins, Hallmark movies, and family cheer, I'd highly recommend this book. 18+ due to adult scenes.

[Marie’s Book Barn Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing Christmas-themed, fake dating, boss romance! I loved this book and I enjoyed reading about and meeting Noel and North. I loved how well they worked together and I loved their journey to love. Highly recommend this book! 10/10.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Chelsea Mathews · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️

I am not one to really care for the fake dating trope but this one was really cute and sweet. The fmc Noel was just a girl looking to drown her sorrows after finding her boyfriend cheating on her, but little did she know that she would find the best gift this Christmas season. The mmc North is literally everything you could ever hope to find in a man. He so sweet, caring and so full of passion. The dates he sets up in hopes of trying to get to know Noel and to do his best to get her into the Christmas spirit.

Definitely must read cute little Christmas novella.

[Reading4_Ash · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was everything. I was obsessed with north and Noel and their chemistry. It was Insta lust, good banter & the obsession of her. If you are looking for a hallmark type book but with spice this is it. I definitely recommend it. ❤️ check triggers 18+

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Noel and North's story was fun to read. I enjoyed seeing them with all their ups and downs get a happy ending. The snow Angels where a fun part of the story. This is a new Author to me, I will be looking for more by her. I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the third book I've read written by C.L. Easton; I can’t wait to read more of her books.

She has written another good short story. The story is about Noel & North.

I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jess · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book! Think spicy Hallmark movie. There is fake dating at Christmas time, and plenty of spicy spicy scenes. I loved North, he is such a sweet, romantic book boyfriend. Definitely a great holiday read!!

[casvec · Rating 5 out of 5]

Christmas Unwrapped is a fun tale of Noel, who is not in the Christmas mood and North, who is determined to change her mind. This is a fun holiday romance that had me loving the story line while laugh through out.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Dee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adored the reverse grumpy/sunshine; it was so cute to see the H as the sunshine and the h as the grump. The dialogue is perfect, there are heartfelt moments as well as funny parts, and the spice is spicy. This is a perfect holiday book. It is already on my reread list.

[Nate · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed North & Noel’s book. I only needed a couple of days to get away before my family comes together. Then I ran into my neighbour and I came up with the craziest idea I’ve ever had. It was a fun read. And am voluntarily leaving my review.

[Carolyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is such a cute happy holiday story with some spice which is always welcome! The characters are great and you really do feel for them. It’s a fantastic book to get into the holiday spirit and such a quick read too!

[Mickala · Rating 5 out of 5]

IF YOU LOVE A CHRISTMAS ROMANCE LIKE ME THEN
THIS IS FOR YOU WITH GREAT STORY AND CHARACTERS
COULD NOT PUT DOWN LOVED IT.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Annie Carpenter · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a cute Christmas read! It was short and sweet but had great characters and was a light easy book!.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Tracy H · Rating 5 out of 5]

Christmas Unwrapped
by
C L Easton

The story and characters, Noel and North, are well written. This book is spicy and sweet. The journey and growth are well written. Great read.

[J · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the things North did to take Noel out of her grumpy comfort zone and the impact of his double whammy secret - wow!.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.