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12 Dates of Christmas
She's spent the last ten years not forgiving him. Why should she start now?
When Reagan runs into her old high school nemesis, she’s flummoxed why he thinks she’d ever have coffee with him.
Alex is stunned to discover he was a nemesis in the first place.
Challenged into accepting a date for every offense he can name, Reagan is confident she’ll be spending her Christmas vacation away from the big bad Alex.
Maybe she should have gotten to know him a bit better first.
When Reagan runs into her old high school nemesis, she’s flummoxed why he thinks she’d ever have coffee with him.
Alex is stunned to discover he was a nemesis in the first place.
Challenged into accepting a date for every offense he can name, Reagan is confident she’ll be spending her Christmas vacation away from the big bad Alex.
Maybe she should have gotten to know him a bit better first.
163 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 16, 2020
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Chautona Havig
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Oh, was this bio day? Oops! I forgot. I was lost in my latest manuscript. Umm... bio. Yeah.
Hi! I’m Chautona Havig. (for those who care, that’s Shuh-TONE-uh HAVE-ig). Yeah. Just work with me here. I should have used a pseudonym, but when you grow up with a name like Chautona, it kind of sticks.
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful; and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near. ~ Hebrews 10: 23–25
Those aren’t just words on a page for me–they’re why I write. I write to encourage my brothers and sisters in Christ. The stories I create are to make people laugh, cry, question, consider.
They’re for you.
When the world screams for hope, I try to point you to the true Source of hope–Jesus.
Sometimes life in the church no longer seems a refuge from the pain of a self-serving world around us, but through my stories, I try to point you to the only Refuge that can truly help–the Father’s Everlasting Arms.
And sometimes we just need an escape from the monotony, the emptiness we see around us. We need joy, laughter–what I like to call “just the write escape.”
Christian fiction without apology or pretense–lived, not preached.
What does that even mean?
It means I care–about you. About your walk with Jesus. I care about the words you put before your eyes, the mental pictures those words conjure. It’s difficult to express just how much I love my brothers and sisters in Christ. It’s difficult to share just how much I love you.
But I do.
And I write for you. I sit in my little house in California’s Mojave Desert and I write to show you why one sister believes one thing, why a brother believes another. I write to show you how some Christians handle trials or triumphs–for you. So when you’re faced with something–good or bad, it doesn’t matter–maybe it’ll spark a memory. Maybe that memory will smolder until you pull out your Bible and see what the Lord said about it–about His great love for you. For YOU!
And maybe, just maybe, you’ll share that love with another hurting, confused, or blessed-with-more-than-she-knows-what-to-do-with soul.
I just happen to think that’s the most blessed giving anyone could hope to receive.
Oh, was this bio day? Oops! I forgot. I was lost in my latest manuscript. Umm... bio. Yeah.
Hi! I’m Chautona Havig. (for those who care, that’s Shuh-TONE-uh HAVE-ig). Yeah. Just work with me here. I should have used a pseudonym, but when you grow up with a name like Chautona, it kind of sticks.
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful; and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near. ~ Hebrews 10: 23–25
Those aren’t just words on a page for me–they’re why I write. I write to encourage my brothers and sisters in Christ. The stories I create are to make people laugh, cry, question, consider.
They’re for you.
When the world screams for hope, I try to point you to the true Source of hope–Jesus.
Sometimes life in the church no longer seems a refuge from the pain of a self-serving world around us, but through my stories, I try to point you to the only Refuge that can truly help–the Father’s Everlasting Arms.
And sometimes we just need an escape from the monotony, the emptiness we see around us. We need joy, laughter–what I like to call “just the write escape.”
Christian fiction without apology or pretense–lived, not preached.
What does that even mean?
It means I care–about you. About your walk with Jesus. I care about the words you put before your eyes, the mental pictures those words conjure. It’s difficult to express just how much I love my brothers and sisters in Christ. It’s difficult to share just how much I love you.
But I do.
And I write for you. I sit in my little house in California’s Mojave Desert and I write to show you why one sister believes one thing, why a brother believes another. I write to show you how some Christians handle trials or triumphs–for you. So when you’re faced with something–good or bad, it doesn’t matter–maybe it’ll spark a memory. Maybe that memory will smolder until you pull out your Bible and see what the Lord said about it–about His great love for you. For YOU!
And maybe, just maybe, you’ll share that love with another hurting, confused, or blessed-with-more-than-she-knows-what-to-do-with soul.
I just happen to think that’s the most blessed giving anyone could hope to receive.
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December 29, 2021
3.5 stars
The title sounded like something I wouldn’t enjoy, but since I’ve enjoyed many stories by this author, I decided to try it. I actually liked it. The idea of someone apologizing for things he did 10 years ago in high school that he didn’t even remember and two people who used to not get along learning to know one another was fun. I liked Reagan and her insecurities which she hides, and Alex who wants to make things right even when he really wasn’t at fault. The relationship wasn’t perfect, but what one is? And I did like all the Christmasy things they did. Connor made me want to shake him, but the ending was so sweet.
Yep, I liked this story.
The title sounded like something I wouldn’t enjoy, but since I’ve enjoyed many stories by this author, I decided to try it. I actually liked it. The idea of someone apologizing for things he did 10 years ago in high school that he didn’t even remember and two people who used to not get along learning to know one another was fun. I liked Reagan and her insecurities which she hides, and Alex who wants to make things right even when he really wasn’t at fault. The relationship wasn’t perfect, but what one is? And I did like all the Christmasy things they did. Connor made me want to shake him, but the ending was so sweet.
Yep, I liked this story.
October 30, 2020
I picked this up for the cute, lighthearted title and the promise of a relaxing read. In this author's true style, it was all of those things, yes, but with a surprisingly deep background message of personal growth and forgiveness. (Let's just say some of Reagan's struggles hit a little close to home. 😂)
I loved their apology-for-a-date trades and how their system grew to not matter so much the more they really knew each other. I actually enjoyed when they were fighting (and I usually haaaattteee stress/conflict in books), because it was so well-written it was like a study of real people. And they didn't stay mad too long, phew.
They had some pretty adorable, creative dates! The snow sculpting contest and the poetry one were probably my favorites.
Altogether, I enjoyed these characters and watching their relationship grow. ❤️
Best quote: "You'll help me put up the lights?" Alex nodded. "And the stupid blow up snow globe?" "Especially the snow globe."
Erin shook her head. "You need to remember to dwell on truth... On what is right. That is where your brain goes off..."
Content warning: mild conflict, verbal teasing, wanting to kiss, kissing (not described in detail)
I loved their apology-for-a-date trades and how their system grew to not matter so much the more they really knew each other. I actually enjoyed when they were fighting (and I usually haaaattteee stress/conflict in books), because it was so well-written it was like a study of real people. And they didn't stay mad too long, phew.
They had some pretty adorable, creative dates! The snow sculpting contest and the poetry one were probably my favorites.
Altogether, I enjoyed these characters and watching their relationship grow. ❤️
Best quote: "You'll help me put up the lights?" Alex nodded. "And the stupid blow up snow globe?" "Especially the snow globe."
Erin shook her head. "You need to remember to dwell on truth... On what is right. That is where your brain goes off..."
Content warning: mild conflict, verbal teasing, wanting to kiss, kissing (not described in detail)
January 7, 2020
I believe in easy reads, even for adults. Sometimes, you just need a break. Something fun and light and not too hard to digest, coming pre-packaged in a beautiful story. This is one of Chautona’s Christmas books for this year, and although I think I enjoyed 31 Kisses better, I still really enjoyed a lot of elements in 12 Dates of Christmas.
The romance—well, not so unusual if you think of all the plotlines out there. However, I really appreciated the thoughts about how we view others’ actions, and how important it is to keep a clean slate, even when things are meant to hurt us. A good portion of this book was about the main character learning to forgive someone else for things he’d unintentionally hurt her with, and for me, that drove home the fact that if we want to live a truly fulfilling life, we must lay down these weights and grievances that hover from our past.
Overall, this was a fun story. Not my most favorite from Chautona ever, but I really enjoyed the lighter aspects of this one, and the little spots of humor sprinkled throughout. A good Christmas read.
I requested a free review copy of this book, and this is my honest opinion of it.
The romance—well, not so unusual if you think of all the plotlines out there. However, I really appreciated the thoughts about how we view others’ actions, and how important it is to keep a clean slate, even when things are meant to hurt us. A good portion of this book was about the main character learning to forgive someone else for things he’d unintentionally hurt her with, and for me, that drove home the fact that if we want to live a truly fulfilling life, we must lay down these weights and grievances that hover from our past.
Overall, this was a fun story. Not my most favorite from Chautona ever, but I really enjoyed the lighter aspects of this one, and the little spots of humor sprinkled throughout. A good Christmas read.
I requested a free review copy of this book, and this is my honest opinion of it.
November 4, 2019
This was a delightful book to read as I’m getting ready for the holiday season. It brought a sparkle in my day.
There were several cute parts to this book.
I loved the banter between Reagan and Alex and all the interesting dates they went on.
I enjoyed the flow of this story and the overall theme of making what was wrong (or perceived as wrong) right.
This book will make you smile and laugh and give you warm fuzzies in your stomach.
Chautona Havig is a talented author and when I hear there is a new book out, I’ll make sure I read it because I know I’ll be delighted in the end.
This book is one of those books. From the first page to the very end I had a smile on my face and couldn’t put the book down because I wanted to find out what happened in the end. It really is a sweet story of determination, owning up to what may have been wrong, and forgiveness.
I was given this book by the publisher which did not influence my review in any way, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
There were several cute parts to this book.
I loved the banter between Reagan and Alex and all the interesting dates they went on.
I enjoyed the flow of this story and the overall theme of making what was wrong (or perceived as wrong) right.
This book will make you smile and laugh and give you warm fuzzies in your stomach.
Chautona Havig is a talented author and when I hear there is a new book out, I’ll make sure I read it because I know I’ll be delighted in the end.
This book is one of those books. From the first page to the very end I had a smile on my face and couldn’t put the book down because I wanted to find out what happened in the end. It really is a sweet story of determination, owning up to what may have been wrong, and forgiveness.
I was given this book by the publisher which did not influence my review in any way, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
December 22, 2021
super cute
In Chautona’s classic style of weaving humor, heart, and romance, this cute little story about forgiveness and letting go of assumptions is filled with Christmas fun and sweetness.
In Chautona’s classic style of weaving humor, heart, and romance, this cute little story about forgiveness and letting go of assumptions is filled with Christmas fun and sweetness.
June 24, 2020
Can you like a book but dislike the main character?
Upon her return home for a holiday visit, Reagan is pushed into making a presentation at her old high school. Reluctantly, she stops at the school to make arrangements for her presentation. While there, she runs into HIM, her high school nemesis. She literally runs into him. If it were a movie, someone would bring up how overused the scene is -- Reagan, in a huff because she's back in the high school where arrogant Alex Landsgaard and the popular set treated her like pond scum, runs right into Mr. Alex-Popular-Kid-Landsgaard causing him to drop his papers. She really, really, really dislikes smug Alex because he made her life miserable over a decade ago. The ensuing conversation is sprinkled with Reagan accusing Alex of evil-ness, from tormenting people to using her for a punching bag. She admits she's unforgiving, but Alex sets out to apologize for the ways he tormented her.
Numerous apologies later, Alex continues to try to appease Reagan and she finally realizes she built things up in her mind to such a fever-pitch she could never see him for who he is. Reagan apologizes, all is forgiven, she's suddenly sweet and kind, and details about an impending long-distance relationship are ironed out in ways only God could arrange. I found the resolution too easy, without the usual character development I see in a Chautona Havig book.
Bottom line, I liked the book and the story, I just cannot come to like Reagan.
* Disclaimer: I purchased this ebook and this is my personal review.
Upon her return home for a holiday visit, Reagan is pushed into making a presentation at her old high school. Reluctantly, she stops at the school to make arrangements for her presentation. While there, she runs into HIM, her high school nemesis. She literally runs into him. If it were a movie, someone would bring up how overused the scene is -- Reagan, in a huff because she's back in the high school where arrogant Alex Landsgaard and the popular set treated her like pond scum, runs right into Mr. Alex-Popular-Kid-Landsgaard causing him to drop his papers. She really, really, really dislikes smug Alex because he made her life miserable over a decade ago. The ensuing conversation is sprinkled with Reagan accusing Alex of evil-ness, from tormenting people to using her for a punching bag. She admits she's unforgiving, but Alex sets out to apologize for the ways he tormented her.
Numerous apologies later, Alex continues to try to appease Reagan and she finally realizes she built things up in her mind to such a fever-pitch she could never see him for who he is. Reagan apologizes, all is forgiven, she's suddenly sweet and kind, and details about an impending long-distance relationship are ironed out in ways only God could arrange. I found the resolution too easy, without the usual character development I see in a Chautona Havig book.
Bottom line, I liked the book and the story, I just cannot come to like Reagan.
* Disclaimer: I purchased this ebook and this is my personal review.
December 23, 2023
3.5⭐️ I wasn’t sure if I’d enjoy this story—the last I tried by this author was not my fav—but I gave it a go and was pleasantly surprised!
(Disclaimer: I forgot to review this right after reading, so I can’t remember all the details! I’ll do my best with what I do recall.) Though it is a Hallmark-feel kind of story, there is depth to this cute little rom com! I loved the theme of forgiveness and watching the characters grow. I liked them both so much. I also thought the activities they did were a lot of fun.
Though I am not sure I’d read or recommend all of this authors books, this one was super sweet and I liked it! I think those who are looking for a cute clean Christmas love story with solid faith content will enjoy it, also.
(Disclaimer: I forgot to review this right after reading, so I can’t remember all the details! I’ll do my best with what I do recall.) Though it is a Hallmark-feel kind of story, there is depth to this cute little rom com! I loved the theme of forgiveness and watching the characters grow. I liked them both so much. I also thought the activities they did were a lot of fun.
Though I am not sure I’d read or recommend all of this authors books, this one was super sweet and I liked it! I think those who are looking for a cute clean Christmas love story with solid faith content will enjoy it, also.
December 28, 2024
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 stars)
Read: December 2024
Format: Kindle e-book
Book #152 of 2024:
I've read many Chautona Havig books. She has a fun sense of humour and weaves godly truths into the tapestry of her writing.
This is a different sort of take on the enemies-to-love trope because the male character never really knew of her long-seated bitterness toward him. As they sort it out, a friendship develops and romantic feelings come out. They go on some rather unique dates with varying results. They uncover some layers, hard truths, and a mutual respect with a whole lot of sparks.
Read: December 2024
Format: Kindle e-book
Book #152 of 2024:
I've read many Chautona Havig books. She has a fun sense of humour and weaves godly truths into the tapestry of her writing.
This is a different sort of take on the enemies-to-love trope because the male character never really knew of her long-seated bitterness toward him. As they sort it out, a friendship develops and romantic feelings come out. They go on some rather unique dates with varying results. They uncover some layers, hard truths, and a mutual respect with a whole lot of sparks.
October 19, 2019
On the surface, it seemed like a cute Christmas romance. But as each chapter unfolded, I discovered powerful lessons about forgiveness and poignant truths about sibling relationships. Five stars for this holiday must-read!
December 12, 2021
Cute, but with substance
This book has a cliche title, but has a unique spin on what you expect. It gives you cute, but with depth. I enjoyed it.
This book has a cliche title, but has a unique spin on what you expect. It gives you cute, but with depth. I enjoyed it.
December 22, 2023
📚THE STORY📚
Reagan had a tough time in high school, especially after one of the more popular boys, Alex, seemed to set his sights on her as a target. Now she’s home for the holidays, and Alex - now a teacher at the very high school where they made such miserable memories together - seems interested in reconnecting as adults.
Alex remembers things very differently. He never meant to pick on Reagan, and actually kind of liked her. Her prickly dislike of him makes no sense, until he starts digging deep into the past and coming up with things he did that she might deserve an apology for. Much of it turns out to be misunderstandings heightened by the emotional vulnerability of adolescence.
With promises of apologies and past hurts soothed, Alex convinces Reagan to go on as many dates with him as he can remember things to apologize for. Initially, Reagan intends to just string him along - but they grow closer, realizing that as they’ve matured in their faith, their carelessness and sensitivity have become things they want to leave behind.
💕THE ROMANCE💕
It starts out as an enemies to lovers and childhood bully trope, but the reveal that Alex never say himself as a popular kid or bully changes that dynamic pretty quickly. Reagan only agrees to the dates to mess with or get one over on Alex, and their attempts to ‘win’ the conversations tip over into flirtation by the end of the first act. Both are genuinely sweet people who need to mature and come to some truths - helped along by their faith - before they can be in a healthy relationship together.
🎄CHRISTMAS🎄
Reagan is home for the holidays, and the two attend a Christmas service together as well as a Christmas cookie competition (which leads to one of my favorite moments in the book).
✝️FAITH ELEMENTS✝️
The characters are both Christian, which informs the romance because it’s their faith and convictions that lead them to reconciliation. Reagan realizes that assuming the worst intentions in others is not a very Christ-like orientation toward the world, and leans on God to help her change. Alex also pursues forgiveness and peace based on his beliefs.
📝MY THOUGHTS📝
I thought this was an interesting twist on the “enemies to lovers” and childhood bully tropes. A hero who’s a teacher is a favorite of mine, and I liked the way Reagan’s skills and dreams intersect with the work Alex is doing. Having them reconnect in the context of their old school is also a great added layer.
I also liked the way this was truly a Christian romance - the characters would never have been able to heal and connect without the guidance of their faith.
Reagan had a tough time in high school, especially after one of the more popular boys, Alex, seemed to set his sights on her as a target. Now she’s home for the holidays, and Alex - now a teacher at the very high school where they made such miserable memories together - seems interested in reconnecting as adults.
Alex remembers things very differently. He never meant to pick on Reagan, and actually kind of liked her. Her prickly dislike of him makes no sense, until he starts digging deep into the past and coming up with things he did that she might deserve an apology for. Much of it turns out to be misunderstandings heightened by the emotional vulnerability of adolescence.
With promises of apologies and past hurts soothed, Alex convinces Reagan to go on as many dates with him as he can remember things to apologize for. Initially, Reagan intends to just string him along - but they grow closer, realizing that as they’ve matured in their faith, their carelessness and sensitivity have become things they want to leave behind.
💕THE ROMANCE💕
It starts out as an enemies to lovers and childhood bully trope, but the reveal that Alex never say himself as a popular kid or bully changes that dynamic pretty quickly. Reagan only agrees to the dates to mess with or get one over on Alex, and their attempts to ‘win’ the conversations tip over into flirtation by the end of the first act. Both are genuinely sweet people who need to mature and come to some truths - helped along by their faith - before they can be in a healthy relationship together.
🎄CHRISTMAS🎄
Reagan is home for the holidays, and the two attend a Christmas service together as well as a Christmas cookie competition (which leads to one of my favorite moments in the book).
✝️FAITH ELEMENTS✝️
The characters are both Christian, which informs the romance because it’s their faith and convictions that lead them to reconciliation. Reagan realizes that assuming the worst intentions in others is not a very Christ-like orientation toward the world, and leans on God to help her change. Alex also pursues forgiveness and peace based on his beliefs.
📝MY THOUGHTS📝
I thought this was an interesting twist on the “enemies to lovers” and childhood bully tropes. A hero who’s a teacher is a favorite of mine, and I liked the way Reagan’s skills and dreams intersect with the work Alex is doing. Having them reconnect in the context of their old school is also a great added layer.
I also liked the way this was truly a Christian romance - the characters would never have been able to heal and connect without the guidance of their faith.
June 19, 2020
Love it! Even though it's set at Christmas time, you can read anytime of the year. Reagan had been very sensitive as a child and when Alex always seemed to be the cause of her issues in school, she claimed him as her nemesis. Unfortunately, Alex had no idea Reagan hated him. Alex had always liked her, but never felt confident in asking her out. So when she came home for Christmas holiday he had to try and get to know her better. When he ask her out for coffee, she gave him an ear full of why she would not give him the time of day, unless he apologized for what he did to her in High school. He rushed home and called friends and relatives to find out what He had done that was so terrible that Reagan was still mad about in adulthood. Everyone he called remember times he had screwed up and it had affected Reagan. So he came up with a plan for each apology she had to go on a date with him while she was home for Christmas. I laughed, and didn't want the book to end. I hope to read more stories with Reagan and Alex. If you like clean inspirational stories, I highly recommend '12 Dates of Christmas'. I received this book from the publisher. The thoughts and comments are my own.
October 20, 2019
I started reading this book knowing I was going to review it and now that I’m here, I can’t think of anything to say. Not because I don’t have anything to say, but telling my brain to review a book and actually getting that same brain to spit anything worthwhile out are two entirely different kettles of fish. One works great, the other not so much.
The book was good. Definitely very good. It wasn’t what I expected though. I was thinking it would be a rom-com with hilarious results, but it turned out (for me) to be less laugh-out-loud funny and more serious. But not in a bad way. It was still fun and it still didn’t feel heavy, yet there are deeper themes running throughout the book. Themes of forgiveness, the need for clear communication, the dangers of making false assumptions, and back to forgiveness again.
I really enjoyed the story and didn’t want it to end, but at the same time...I was looking for that ending, hoping it would all turn out the way I wanted—and I wasn’t disappointed. This is one book I will definitely recommend to anyone looking for a fun Christmas story.
The book was good. Definitely very good. It wasn’t what I expected though. I was thinking it would be a rom-com with hilarious results, but it turned out (for me) to be less laugh-out-loud funny and more serious. But not in a bad way. It was still fun and it still didn’t feel heavy, yet there are deeper themes running throughout the book. Themes of forgiveness, the need for clear communication, the dangers of making false assumptions, and back to forgiveness again.
I really enjoyed the story and didn’t want it to end, but at the same time...I was looking for that ending, hoping it would all turn out the way I wanted—and I wasn’t disappointed. This is one book I will definitely recommend to anyone looking for a fun Christmas story.
December 19, 2022
Rating 3.5
Reagan Daley and her neighbor, Alex had been best friends for almost 10 years. But even though each had strong feelings for the other, nothing had progressed. When an elderly neighbor challenged them to 12 real dates with secret notes regarding how they should act by Christmas depending on whether or not they won or lost their weekly poker game, life begins to change for both of them.
The premise of this book was really cute and I have loved Havig's books I have read previously; but this onem though it had some really adorable parts, seemed repetitive often enough that I felt like Havig was stretching the novel to make it reach a word count.
Reagan Daley and her neighbor, Alex had been best friends for almost 10 years. But even though each had strong feelings for the other, nothing had progressed. When an elderly neighbor challenged them to 12 real dates with secret notes regarding how they should act by Christmas depending on whether or not they won or lost their weekly poker game, life begins to change for both of them.
The premise of this book was really cute and I have loved Havig's books I have read previously; but this onem though it had some really adorable parts, seemed repetitive often enough that I felt like Havig was stretching the novel to make it reach a word count.
December 13, 2020
Cute Christmas read
I have to start this off by saying I didn’t know that this was a Christian romance. I saw it on Kindle Unlimited and thought it looked cute. I wasn’t wrong it was a very cute romance. I really enjoyed Reagan and Alex together and I liked seeing them grow as people. I felt like there were a few parts that didn’t really make sense which is why I gave it 3.5 stars instead of 4. Being nonreligious I still enjoyed the book. It was a quick cute read with a very nice Christmas atmosphere.
I have to start this off by saying I didn’t know that this was a Christian romance. I saw it on Kindle Unlimited and thought it looked cute. I wasn’t wrong it was a very cute romance. I really enjoyed Reagan and Alex together and I liked seeing them grow as people. I felt like there were a few parts that didn’t really make sense which is why I gave it 3.5 stars instead of 4. Being nonreligious I still enjoyed the book. It was a quick cute read with a very nice Christmas atmosphere.
October 23, 2019
In 12 Dates of Christmas, Chautona Havig hits on what a lot of us experience throughout our lives: the ability to see a situation the way it was unintended to be and hold onto a grudge for years. As the story went on, I found myself rooting for the characters while getting to know them. While I feel like this story wraps up nicely, so I don’t know if there will be a continuation along the way, I definitely would not object to reading more about them!
December 24, 2019
This wasn't my absolute favorite of this author's books, but I did like it. I laughed a lot of times at the situations Alex found himself in, and was rather irritated with Reagan. As I was reading this book, I told one of my teenage sons about the things Alex was apologizing for. He commented that Reagan seems to have a problem with forgiveness. I liked the way she worked through her issues during the story—there are some good lessons here!
December 4, 2023
Absolute delight.
I loved it. All of it. Every part. The perfect contemporary Christmas novella. Thank you, Chautona.
I loved Reagan's quirky personality. She was adorable, innocent, full of energy, creative, and sentimental. She was such a great representation of a used-to-be drama nerd grown up to be a successful drama nerd.
Alex was so interesting. A nice, popular guy who Reagan thought was stuck up in high school, but it turns out he was just a good person who didn't know how to make some if his mishaps right.
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Add in swapping apologies for dates and you have the absolute sweetest, melt-your-heart, Christian romance. It's books like these that help me to not even miss the Hallmark Christmas movie marathons I used to enjoy.
I loved it. All of it. Every part. The perfect contemporary Christmas novella. Thank you, Chautona.
I loved Reagan's quirky personality. She was adorable, innocent, full of energy, creative, and sentimental. She was such a great representation of a used-to-be drama nerd grown up to be a successful drama nerd.
Alex was so interesting. A nice, popular guy who Reagan thought was stuck up in high school, but it turns out he was just a good person who didn't know how to make some if his mishaps right.
See this review on Substack: https://momsmusings.substack.com/i/13...
Add in swapping apologies for dates and you have the absolute sweetest, melt-your-heart, Christian romance. It's books like these that help me to not even miss the Hallmark Christmas movie marathons I used to enjoy.
September 18, 2024
What an easy-breezy read this was—and a cute ‘enemies-to-friends and more’ story. Beyond the main plot, of course, lurks a life lesson of how quickly things can go wrong when people don’t talk things out.
Poor communication leads to assumptions on the part of both parties. In this story, it resulted in ten years of misunderstanding and even threatens to extend into the future if the main characters don’t take the chance to straighten things out. Nice conclusion.
Poor communication leads to assumptions on the part of both parties. In this story, it resulted in ten years of misunderstanding and even threatens to extend into the future if the main characters don’t take the chance to straighten things out. Nice conclusion.
December 8, 2024
An absolutely adorable Christmas read!
Snow began to fall the moment they stepped out and away from the door.
She gazed up at him and rolled her eyes.
"Seriously? I keep living a Hallmark movie with you."
This excerpt sums up this adorable and humorous tale perfectly. If you love Hallmark Christmas Romances (and even if you don’t!) then this slow burn, enemies to lovers novella might be for you.
Thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish!
Snow began to fall the moment they stepped out and away from the door.
She gazed up at him and rolled her eyes.
"Seriously? I keep living a Hallmark movie with you."
This excerpt sums up this adorable and humorous tale perfectly. If you love Hallmark Christmas Romances (and even if you don’t!) then this slow burn, enemies to lovers novella might be for you.
Thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish!
November 3, 2020
Twelve Dates of Christmas is a fast-paced, quirky read that kept me entertained from the get-to. However, it was more than entertainment. What impressed me the most was the main characters came to know themselves and God better by the end of the story. My only criticism is that I think there is too much constant bantering that could be broken up a bit.
December 8, 2022
This is a clean romance. However, I did not like Reagan, the main character. She felt very immature and it was like reading a YA novel. I like YA novels, but I expect certain behavior from a 14 year old that I do not expect from someone in their 20-30's. For that reason alone, it was a challenging book to read. I did enjoy some of the dates and Alex seemed like a sweetheart.
June 18, 2020
It's summer...time for a Christmas book!
This is a sweet-without being too sweet story. It's a great lesson on how one's perceptions can be OH so wrong, and that there's nothing quite like a heartfelt apology...unless it's a dozen. I really enjoyed it.
This is a sweet-without being too sweet story. It's a great lesson on how one's perceptions can be OH so wrong, and that there's nothing quite like a heartfelt apology...unless it's a dozen. I really enjoyed it.
December 6, 2020
So Good
I loved this story of misunderstandings, forgiveness and reconciliation. I thought the characters were very relatable. And I continue to enjoy every book I read by this author.
I loved this story of misunderstandings, forgiveness and reconciliation. I thought the characters were very relatable. And I continue to enjoy every book I read by this author.
June 18, 2025
When Reagan agrees to go on a date for each offense Alex apologizes for, she never thought he'd think of more than one thing, and she never thought she'd enjoy spending time with him.
I liked the way many things around them changed as they learned and grew and prayed.
I liked the way many things around them changed as they learned and grew and prayed.
November 15, 2019
This was so much fun. I didn't think I was going to like this one when I started, but I fell in love with the characters as I went along. (The mark of an excellent author!) Loved it!
December 26, 2020
Decent and cute Rom com set around 12 dates that act as apologies for past wrongs. This definitely has a Christian tinge to it but it does not detract from the story.
December 3, 2021
Good book
Fun, sweet, quick Christmas read. I loved Alex's apology date ideas. And the perfect amount of biblical inspiration. Another great book by Chautona Havig
Fun, sweet, quick Christmas read. I loved Alex's apology date ideas. And the perfect amount of biblical inspiration. Another great book by Chautona Havig
December 14, 2021
I didn't much like the two main characters at the beginning, but they both mellowed out as the story went along. It ended up being fun and light with some humor as well.
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