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JUST for the Holidays
A sticky sweet small-town "romp-com…" JUST for the Holidays
Nichol… is salty about returning to his hometown, just in time to celebrate the holidays. Unemployed, completely out of funds, his phone has no service here, and he’s stranded in the middle of Main Street at 3 am, by a luxury car—run out of juice—that he never should have rented to begin with. Luckily, the lights are on at the little pink bakery.
Teddy… is trying to continue his grandmother’s legacy, after inheriting the sweet little shop when she passed. It’s a tribute to the special bond they shared but he can’t seem to attract the local customers—like she did. She may have taught him how to bake her signature goodies, but forgot to share that magnificent charm the close-knit community adored.
When Nichol jingles through the door, catching Teddy in a sticky situation, it sets off a string of twinkling events that has Nichol helping to revive business and Teddy agreeing to pose as Nichol’s fake boyfriend, JUST for the Holidays.
Nichol… is salty about returning to his hometown, just in time to celebrate the holidays. Unemployed, completely out of funds, his phone has no service here, and he’s stranded in the middle of Main Street at 3 am, by a luxury car—run out of juice—that he never should have rented to begin with. Luckily, the lights are on at the little pink bakery.
Teddy… is trying to continue his grandmother’s legacy, after inheriting the sweet little shop when she passed. It’s a tribute to the special bond they shared but he can’t seem to attract the local customers—like she did. She may have taught him how to bake her signature goodies, but forgot to share that magnificent charm the close-knit community adored.
When Nichol jingles through the door, catching Teddy in a sticky situation, it sets off a string of twinkling events that has Nichol helping to revive business and Teddy agreeing to pose as Nichol’s fake boyfriend, JUST for the Holidays.
191 pages, Paperback
First published November 27, 2024
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November 25, 2024
I absolutely loved this!!!!!
This is a perfect Christmas novella 🎄 Its well paced, sweet and has just enough “will they?” to keep you glued to the page.
Despite this only being a Novella, there is depth to the main characters and the side characters. And also Gigi- how could I forgot gorgeous Gigi?
The town is depicted as a wonderful small town, with equally as wonderful residents. “Family” means something different here 🤣 and I loved how queer the town was!
Even though this is a novella, it lacks no depth and the relationship with Nichol & Teddy is insta-attraction which is perfect! Teddy’s crush on his Prince is the sweetest ✨🤍
Did I mention that I loved it?? 🫶
This is a perfect Christmas novella 🎄 Its well paced, sweet and has just enough “will they?” to keep you glued to the page.
Despite this only being a Novella, there is depth to the main characters and the side characters. And also Gigi- how could I forgot gorgeous Gigi?
The town is depicted as a wonderful small town, with equally as wonderful residents. “Family” means something different here 🤣 and I loved how queer the town was!
Even though this is a novella, it lacks no depth and the relationship with Nichol & Teddy is insta-attraction which is perfect! Teddy’s crush on his Prince is the sweetest ✨🤍
Did I mention that I loved it?? 🫶
December 20, 2024
“Have a Butterful Day”
Nichol is heading home for the holidays, spent his last bit of his money to rent a flashy car and a crappy cup of coffee. He wanted people to think he’d made something of himself in the big city, only to find himself with a dead car in the middle of the street at 3am. No charge, no phone service to call for a ride, only to look over and see the only store front with its light on. The small town bakery with its signature bright pick exterior, when stepping into ask to use their phone he finds his attention glued to the owner of the establishment. Theodore Monroe.
Teddy has inherited his Gran’s bakery, but he didn’t inherit her same talents in the kitchen. He can follow her recipes to the T but they just aren’t HERS. With a lack of funds, and customers he’s just trying to stay a float even having to sell his Gran’s cottage and moving into the shop just to make ends meet. Giving away to the local pantry than he is selling is really hurting the business. One early morning changes his luck though well not fully since he’s näked and has a bad habit of forgetting to lock the door to the shop. Someone he wasn’t expecting to open the door too, not even at this hour, none of than Nicholas Anderson.
Who knew a stranded car, and a couple of dead phones would change the luck of 2 down in their luck guys? go snag this book and you’ll find out how.
Plot: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Oh Micah how cute are these two?!? This is a super cute, super slow burn, but don’t let that hold you back because the story just is melt your heart sweet you won’t even notice. Teddy and Nichol are both in low spots in life, but somehow they complement the other. Where one lacks the other excels. I recommend taking a chance on this novella, you’ll giggle, you’ll have “aww” moments, and you’ll get to see a childhood crush turn into something more.
Nichol is heading home for the holidays, spent his last bit of his money to rent a flashy car and a crappy cup of coffee. He wanted people to think he’d made something of himself in the big city, only to find himself with a dead car in the middle of the street at 3am. No charge, no phone service to call for a ride, only to look over and see the only store front with its light on. The small town bakery with its signature bright pick exterior, when stepping into ask to use their phone he finds his attention glued to the owner of the establishment. Theodore Monroe.
Teddy has inherited his Gran’s bakery, but he didn’t inherit her same talents in the kitchen. He can follow her recipes to the T but they just aren’t HERS. With a lack of funds, and customers he’s just trying to stay a float even having to sell his Gran’s cottage and moving into the shop just to make ends meet. Giving away to the local pantry than he is selling is really hurting the business. One early morning changes his luck though well not fully since he’s näked and has a bad habit of forgetting to lock the door to the shop. Someone he wasn’t expecting to open the door too, not even at this hour, none of than Nicholas Anderson.
Who knew a stranded car, and a couple of dead phones would change the luck of 2 down in their luck guys? go snag this book and you’ll find out how.
Plot: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Oh Micah how cute are these two?!? This is a super cute, super slow burn, but don’t let that hold you back because the story just is melt your heart sweet you won’t even notice. Teddy and Nichol are both in low spots in life, but somehow they complement the other. Where one lacks the other excels. I recommend taking a chance on this novella, you’ll giggle, you’ll have “aww” moments, and you’ll get to see a childhood crush turn into something more.
February 1, 2025
This is a fantastic n cozy novella. Nichol left his hometown years ago but has hit hard times and goes home to visit . Teddy has taken over his grandma’s bakery. They find themselves together late one night when Nichol’s car breaks down. Teddy can’t believe his boyhood crush is standing inside his place. It only gets steamier from there.
December 1, 2024
Oh my.🥰
I loved this.
This is my first book by this author and I enjoyed every minute of this. It was sweet, very funny, low angst with loveable characters.
Nichol is back in his hometown for a while after lavishly spending his severance pay and he’s looking to lay low until he gets a new job opportunity in the city. He has no plan to stay in town for a long period but eh, you never know.
He meets Teddy who runs the cute bakery in town, which he inherited from his gran. Teddy and Nichol hit things off smoothly and Nichol somehow starts working for Teddy in the bakery, since Teddy needs the assistance and Nichol is jobless. It worked pretty fine for both of them.
Teddy has had a crush on Nichol since they were teenagers and of course having Nichol around just ignites those feelings again.
I really enjoyed this two. They were really cute together, even though Nichol had a moment where he wasn’t sure if he wanted to commit, I loved how this ended and I also wished there were more chapters.😹
I didn’t expect it to end so soon, I was so into it that I forgot it was a short story and I was so shocked when it ended. 😹 Overall this was a fun Christmas holiday read.🥰🥰
My favourite character was Max 😹😹 I loved the kid, he was so cute and his banter with Nichol was my highlight.
I loved this.
This is my first book by this author and I enjoyed every minute of this. It was sweet, very funny, low angst with loveable characters.
Nichol is back in his hometown for a while after lavishly spending his severance pay and he’s looking to lay low until he gets a new job opportunity in the city. He has no plan to stay in town for a long period but eh, you never know.
He meets Teddy who runs the cute bakery in town, which he inherited from his gran. Teddy and Nichol hit things off smoothly and Nichol somehow starts working for Teddy in the bakery, since Teddy needs the assistance and Nichol is jobless. It worked pretty fine for both of them.
Teddy has had a crush on Nichol since they were teenagers and of course having Nichol around just ignites those feelings again.
I really enjoyed this two. They were really cute together, even though Nichol had a moment where he wasn’t sure if he wanted to commit, I loved how this ended and I also wished there were more chapters.😹
I didn’t expect it to end so soon, I was so into it that I forgot it was a short story and I was so shocked when it ended. 😹 Overall this was a fun Christmas holiday read.🥰🥰
My favourite character was Max 😹😹 I loved the kid, he was so cute and his banter with Nichol was my highlight.
December 22, 2024
4.5
So cute! I was so invested in Nichol and Teddy’s chemistry. A perfect blend of romance and steam.
Only reason for a 4.5 is there were quite a few misspellings and interesting punctuation choices.
So cute! I was so invested in Nichol and Teddy’s chemistry. A perfect blend of romance and steam.
Only reason for a 4.5 is there were quite a few misspellings and interesting punctuation choices.
October 16, 2024
Nichol has been living off a severance package from his last job months ago, the money is starting to run out, but with the last of it, he rents an electric car, to get him home for the holidays. The car runs out of battery outside the bakery on main street, 3.5 miles from his destination and his family. He steps inside the bakery in the middle of the night, luckily Teddy is awake ready to start the baking for the day.
Teddy recognises Nichol straight away, he has had a crush on him for years. Teddy lives in the office at the back of the bakery (which had been left to him by his grandmother) with his pet guinea pig GiGi.
I love Micah Carver’s style of writing. He always embraces the positive body image, whether they are round, tall, small or slight. He proves everyone can be loved.
The book flows so easily and is so sweet. Teddy is charming but also outwardly confident (even though on the inside he worries), and he knows what he wants.
Nichol loves his family but has forgotten what it means to be wanted. His family miss him and are happy to have him home for the holidays, even if Nichol is anxious about it, and would rather be in the city.
The descriptions of the bakery and town are so realistic and perfect, i feel like i am immersed and walking down main street. It is somewhere i can would instantly know where i was.
I loved the pets GiGi is a diva of a guinea pig. Stuart and Max have a lovely relationship too.
Overall i adored the book, it was so adorable and heartwarming.
Teddy recognises Nichol straight away, he has had a crush on him for years. Teddy lives in the office at the back of the bakery (which had been left to him by his grandmother) with his pet guinea pig GiGi.
I love Micah Carver’s style of writing. He always embraces the positive body image, whether they are round, tall, small or slight. He proves everyone can be loved.
The book flows so easily and is so sweet. Teddy is charming but also outwardly confident (even though on the inside he worries), and he knows what he wants.
Nichol loves his family but has forgotten what it means to be wanted. His family miss him and are happy to have him home for the holidays, even if Nichol is anxious about it, and would rather be in the city.
The descriptions of the bakery and town are so realistic and perfect, i feel like i am immersed and walking down main street. It is somewhere i can would instantly know where i was.
I loved the pets GiGi is a diva of a guinea pig. Stuart and Max have a lovely relationship too.
Overall i adored the book, it was so adorable and heartwarming.
November 28, 2024
This was an absolutely charming novella! From the very first page, I found myself completely drawn into the blossoming romance between Nichol and Teddy. Their relationship unfolded with such warmth and sweetness, evoking the cozy, feel-good vibes of a Hallmark movie, with the added delight of a deliciously queer town.
One of the things Micah does best in all his books is making you care deeply not just for the main characters, but for the supporting ones as well. And in this novella, I couldn’t help but fall in love with Teddy—an auburn-haired bear who bakes, is thoughtful, kind, and utterly endearing. Nichol, with his loving “guncle” energy, brings a perfect balance to their dynamic, showing a more vulnerable side as he steps up to care for Teddy.
This novella is a quick, heartwarming read that will leave you feeling full of love and just in time for the holidays. Be prepared for a craving for baked goods as well, because Teddy’s treats are as irresistible as the romance at the heart of this novella.
🌶️ Spice: 2/3 🌶️
💭 Plot: 5
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December 26, 2024
Micah's writing is just so adorable and I love it all. Just For the Holidays was just another book in the list that made me smile while I was reading it.
Nichol is a jaded, big city diva-like dude who heads back to his small town for the holidays after his situation changes in the big city. He has no money, a rental car that died on him, and he is taking residence in his sister's basement. Thankfully the light is on at the bakery in town.
Teddy is the burly bakery dude in town. He took over his grandmother's bakery and tries to maintain it's charm and success. Living in the back room with his furry friend, Teddy is trying to make it all work.
When Teddy's crush Nichol shows up at the bakery, his world starts to twirl. The two have a try, try again situation where they really want to know each other "better," but keep getting interrupted. 😔 When they finally have their moment, it's gorgeous and fun and sweet. The rest is history.
These two are just adorable. I love the awkward overthinking and concern about one another that Micah writes. His characters are built like real men and their situations tend to be super realistic. I enjoy Micah's books so much and highly recommend this one!
Nichol is a jaded, big city diva-like dude who heads back to his small town for the holidays after his situation changes in the big city. He has no money, a rental car that died on him, and he is taking residence in his sister's basement. Thankfully the light is on at the bakery in town.
Teddy is the burly bakery dude in town. He took over his grandmother's bakery and tries to maintain it's charm and success. Living in the back room with his furry friend, Teddy is trying to make it all work.
When Teddy's crush Nichol shows up at the bakery, his world starts to twirl. The two have a try, try again situation where they really want to know each other "better," but keep getting interrupted. 😔 When they finally have their moment, it's gorgeous and fun and sweet. The rest is history.
These two are just adorable. I love the awkward overthinking and concern about one another that Micah writes. His characters are built like real men and their situations tend to be super realistic. I enjoy Micah's books so much and highly recommend this one!
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November 27, 20243.5 - Just for the Holidays is part of the "For the Holidays" series by multiple authors.
This is a lighthearted, low angst, holiday tale about a hometown baker who is struggling with his shop and a unemployed tech worker who is visiting his family for the holidays until his financial situation improves. The bakery is cute, the guinea pig is also cute, and the townspeople are quirky. Nichol's family is nice, especially his nephew who declares that he wishes to be just like his gay uncle (adorable!). Nichol's mom tries to play matchmaker, but Nichol seems taken with our baker, Teddy.
Overall, this was a pretty cute holiday tale. However, the holiday outfit shopping scene was cute and so was the family Christmas eve. I look forward to checking out other books by this author as well as other books in this series!
I received a complimentary copy and am leaving this review voluntarily.
This is a lighthearted, low angst, holiday tale about a hometown baker who is struggling with his shop and a unemployed tech worker who is visiting his family for the holidays until his financial situation improves. The bakery is cute, the guinea pig is also cute, and the townspeople are quirky. Nichol's family is nice, especially his nephew who declares that he wishes to be just like his gay uncle (adorable!). Nichol's mom tries to play matchmaker, but Nichol seems taken with our baker, Teddy.
Overall, this was a pretty cute holiday tale. However, the holiday outfit shopping scene was cute and so was the family Christmas eve. I look forward to checking out other books by this author as well as other books in this series!
I received a complimentary copy and am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 24, 2024
This adorable book is an easy five star for me! I love a jump in with both feet, small town, body positive, FESTIVE BAKING holiday novel and this one ticks all the boxes for me. What a delight!
If you are looking for a quick festive read with all the small town joys that you crave at this time of year with the most delightful queer couple, Teddy and Nichol, pick up Just for the Holidays. Micah Carver will draw you in, melt your heart and then put icing and sprinkles all over it!
I am delighted to have had the opportunity to read the ARC of this sweet book and look forward to reading more from Micah.
If you are looking for a quick festive read with all the small town joys that you crave at this time of year with the most delightful queer couple, Teddy and Nichol, pick up Just for the Holidays. Micah Carver will draw you in, melt your heart and then put icing and sprinkles all over it!
I am delighted to have had the opportunity to read the ARC of this sweet book and look forward to reading more from Micah.
November 30, 2024
Such a cute and heartwarming story. Teddy was so just so sweet. Loved the chemistry between Nichol and Teddy.
Great time between the two at the bakery left to Teddy after his Gram passed. Nichol returns to the small town he grew up in after losing his job in Seattle. Nichol is able to unplug from his fancy city life and slow down to embrace what is really important. He falls for the charm of the Bakery but mosly the sweet Baker.
The supporting characters in this story are great! They add just the right amount humor, ugly sweaters, and meddling family to the mix!
Lots of funny "rom-com" moments. Great read if you are looking for a funny holiday novella!
Great time between the two at the bakery left to Teddy after his Gram passed. Nichol returns to the small town he grew up in after losing his job in Seattle. Nichol is able to unplug from his fancy city life and slow down to embrace what is really important. He falls for the charm of the Bakery but mosly the sweet Baker.
The supporting characters in this story are great! They add just the right amount humor, ugly sweaters, and meddling family to the mix!
Lots of funny "rom-com" moments. Great read if you are looking for a funny holiday novella!
November 22, 2024
I've been caught in a bit of a reading slump this week so, I decided to dive into the holiday spirit a little early with this sweet and cozy novella. The story follows a down-on-his-luck (and out-of-work) consultant who returns to his small hometown for the holidays and a baker who has taken over his grandmother’s bakery.
Cue the Hallmark-style shenanigans that keep throwing them together, leading to a charming holiday romance. With its festive setting and feel-good vibes, this story was a fun one for getting into the holiday spirit.
Cue the Hallmark-style shenanigans that keep throwing them together, leading to a charming holiday romance. With its festive setting and feel-good vibes, this story was a fun one for getting into the holiday spirit.
November 25, 2024
Teddy and Nichol knew each other in high school, but in the years since then, they've had little contact. When Nichol returns to the town where Teddy now runs his grandmother's bakery, things start to spice up. Will they finally realizy that they complement each other just as perfectly as sugar and spice? It could be a recipe for disaster, or possibly they'll get their just desserts....
Just for the Holidays is a delightful "romp-com" (in the words of the author, who is now one of my favorites), and thoroughly enjoyable read for the holidays. Highly recommended!
Just for the Holidays is a delightful "romp-com" (in the words of the author, who is now one of my favorites), and thoroughly enjoyable read for the holidays. Highly recommended!
November 30, 2024
Such a sweet Holiday read. I love that the characters were relatable. They were regular people living regular lives. Teddy and Nichol are the cutest couple. Teddy has been crushing on Nichol since they were in school. Nichol doesn't really remember him, at first. You can't deny the chemistry between the two of them, even if one of them is fighting it. Things seem to fall in place after something happens to one of them. Do they get together? Does Nichol stay or go back to the city? Is mom meddling too much? You'll have to read to find out. I promise you'll be entertained.
July 11, 2025
Just for the Holidays by Micah Carver is exactly the kind of book you want to curl up with on a chilly December evening, preferably with twinkling lights nearby and a mug of hot chocolate in hand. It’s an absolutely adorable Christmas story, filled with gentle humor and just enough romantic tension to keep you smiling.
The characters are endearing and their chemistry shines, making their playful banter and tender moments a delight to read. This book delivers exactly what you’d hope for: a heartwarming, cozy escape that leaves you believing in love and a little bit of holiday magic.
The characters are endearing and their chemistry shines, making their playful banter and tender moments a delight to read. This book delivers exactly what you’d hope for: a heartwarming, cozy escape that leaves you believing in love and a little bit of holiday magic.
November 24, 2024
I’m no best when it comes to giving reviews but I have to say this book is so lighthearted and funny, that even with my seasonal depression causing me not to want to read… this book really brought some light into my life!! It’s on the shorter side for reading and was an absolutely delicious read! (no pun to the baker😉)
This is honestly a very charming holiday book that I definitely will find myself rereading again next year <3
This is honestly a very charming holiday book that I definitely will find myself rereading again next year <3
November 26, 2024
Just for the holidays is a novella written by Micah Carver and is part of a collections of other queer themed holiday stories. In this one, we meet Nichol who comes back home after some bad luck but meets Teddy a local baker. As the pair begin to work together, their chemistry and desire build too. This was a very cute, sweet story and I could totally picture everything as it happened. Also can I just say I want to visit this bakery and try everything!
November 28, 2024
Wonderful holiday rom-com (with spice, too!). Beautiful writing, AS ALWAYS, with a lot of lovely imagery that made both the setting and season really pop. Nichol and Teddy were so cute together. I loved their first meet (or, re-meeting!) and had so much fun watching them fall for each other. Definitely pick this one up for the holiday season! You won't be disappointed!
November 28, 2024
Very appealing shorter read, which felt very realistic. There was just the right amount of plot and character depth. The MCs weren't perfect by any means, which was the most enjoyable aspect. Their first attempts at intimate activities didn't go at all according to plan, which was quite refreshing. A good holiday read for those of us (including me) who don't like things too sweet.
November 4, 2024
This was the perfect swoony holiday mm rom com! It’s got a hilarious meet cute with a bit of a slow burn, some meddling family and all those cheesy holiday rom com vibes. I loved the mishaps that only seemed to bring our MCs closer together, it had me giggling the whole time!
November 25, 2024
Cozy story, just in time for the holidays. Let’s talk about the star of the book: Gigi 🫣. I enjoye this book, especially when nichol started working with teddy. After reading this book, i want to start baking haha.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 27, 2024
This was a cute story. However, I struggled to connect with the writer’s style, and was never able to fully immerse myself in the story. That said, it was enjoyable. I’ve also heard fantastic things about the author’s other books, so I will definitely try something else.
October 20, 2024
Beta read. Will leave review when released
December 5, 2024
2,75⭐️
Écriture lourde et histoire pas extraordinaire
Écriture lourde et histoire pas extraordinaire
December 30, 2024
When Nichol stills into his hometown and meets (or remeets) Teddy, I thought the story was going to get sloppy. They usually do when someone comes back home and runs into someone. Micah did an amazing job at keeping maturity (forgiving the total inebriation in a couple of scenes) and allowing these guys to just be all around great people and allowing love to grow organically. Kudos Micah. I really loved this.
December 31, 2024
1.5 ⭐️
la portada m pareció linda. tiene uno q otro momento gracioso y ya. no pasa gran cosa la verdad
la portada m pareció linda. tiene uno q otro momento gracioso y ya. no pasa gran cosa la verdad
February 14, 2025
𝙙𝙣𝙛: chapter two
𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨: this had potential but the way it was written just wasn't for me. it read a bit weird and kept pulling me from immersion.
𝙙𝙞𝙙 𝙞 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜: no
𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨: this had potential but the way it was written just wasn't for me. it read a bit weird and kept pulling me from immersion.
𝙙𝙞𝙙 𝙞 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜: no
December 17, 2025
Sweet
I really enjoyed Teddy and Nichol's story. I liked how they got to know each other better while working at Teddy's bakery.
I really enjoyed Teddy and Nichol's story. I liked how they got to know each other better while working at Teddy's bakery.
November 15, 2024
A beautiful love story just in time for the holidays!
Nichol is unemployed and has come to visit his family for the holidays. His car runs out of juice in front of a small pink bakery ran by Teddy. Teddy is trying to keep his grandmother's legacy alive after she passes and leaves the bakery to him. This is a wonderful holiday story with fantastic characters and amazing storytelling. Carver is a wonderful writer and knows how to write romance. Easily one of my favorite MM Romance authors to date. Cannot wait to read the next story!
Nichol is unemployed and has come to visit his family for the holidays. His car runs out of juice in front of a small pink bakery ran by Teddy. Teddy is trying to keep his grandmother's legacy alive after she passes and leaves the bakery to him. This is a wonderful holiday story with fantastic characters and amazing storytelling. Carver is a wonderful writer and knows how to write romance. Easily one of my favorite MM Romance authors to date. Cannot wait to read the next story!
November 30, 2024
I went into this book expecting a sort of fluffy, sweet holiday romance. Kind of the Hallmark movie of books, if you will - something that feels nice, even if it’s lacking depth (no shade - sometimes that’s just what you need!) But to my delighted surprise, this book was not that! By halfway through, I was all the way invested in Teddy and Nichol and their various neighbours, family members, and baked goods.
Despite the short length, the book is full of wonderful little details that flush out the town and the characters who inhabit it and make the connection between Nichol and Teddy (which feels a bit rushed, but this is a novella, so you just have to kind of jump in with both feet and accept it) feel genuine. There’s an adorable, bossy little Guinea pig. A sexy bubble butt that gets so much attention it’s basically a third MMC. Can we say the same thing for Teddy’s body hair? Maybe, and I am here for it (as is Nichol!). And maybe it speaks to my own life experience, but the “drank too much and now having a messy make out session” scenes felt very human and familiar - as did the embarrassment and insecurity in the aftermath.
I loved that the longer we stayed in this small town, the more queer it got. I also loved that at least one of our characters was, physically, like a normal human, with a normal human body, and normal human insecurities about his body - and he’s sexy and desirable because of that, not in spite of it. If we’re creating a sweet feel-good story, why not make it feel good on a bunch of levels?
This book was charming, funny, and so so cozy - my favourite kind of low-angst, heartfelt, “two weirdos find each other and love one another specifically for all their weirdness” story. Holiday edition, for extra cozy points 🎄
Despite the short length, the book is full of wonderful little details that flush out the town and the characters who inhabit it and make the connection between Nichol and Teddy (which feels a bit rushed, but this is a novella, so you just have to kind of jump in with both feet and accept it) feel genuine. There’s an adorable, bossy little Guinea pig. A sexy bubble butt that gets so much attention it’s basically a third MMC. Can we say the same thing for Teddy’s body hair? Maybe, and I am here for it (as is Nichol!). And maybe it speaks to my own life experience, but the “drank too much and now having a messy make out session” scenes felt very human and familiar - as did the embarrassment and insecurity in the aftermath.
I loved that the longer we stayed in this small town, the more queer it got. I also loved that at least one of our characters was, physically, like a normal human, with a normal human body, and normal human insecurities about his body - and he’s sexy and desirable because of that, not in spite of it. If we’re creating a sweet feel-good story, why not make it feel good on a bunch of levels?
This book was charming, funny, and so so cozy - my favourite kind of low-angst, heartfelt, “two weirdos find each other and love one another specifically for all their weirdness” story. Holiday edition, for extra cozy points 🎄
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