A Very Merry Match Point: A Why Choose Holiday Romance

by Anastasija White

One's steady. Another one's fire. She can't resist either, and this Christmas she doesn't need to choose.Three days. Two hockey players. One snowed-in Christmas.

Top-ten tennis star YANA LIPNITSKAJA isn’t looking for romance when she escapes to a cabin in Tahoe. But when a blizzard traps her with LOGAN REID and CAMDEN HAYES, best friends and professional hockey players, sparks fly like fireworks on New Year’s.

Logan is steady and dependable—everything Yana should want. Camden is an infuriating bad boy and the man she can’t stop thinking about.

Together, they ignite a fire she never expected to burn. A fire none of them is willing to walk away from.

The storm may pass, but the choice she faces is even more dangerous. Unless, this Christmas, the three of them dare to believe they don’t have to choose at all.

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A Very Merry Match Point is a steamy why choose holiday romance. It's a Christmas novella, and a complete standalone.

Genres: Christmas, Sports Romance, Why Choose, Novella, Holiday, Sports, Hockey

154 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 17, 2025

About the author

Anastasija is an indie author who spends her days creating swoon-worthy and steamy stories that will make your heart race. Her writing is filled with flawed and relatable characters that you'll find yourself rooting for. Whether you're in the mood for angsty drama or steamy romance, her stories take you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions with guaranteed happy endings.

When she's not writing, she loves to lose herself in reading books, rewatching her favorite tv-shows and spending time with her son. She loves traveling and exploring the world, and then including places she visited in her novels.

If you're a fan of romance that leaves you breathless and begging for more, Anastasija is the author for you. Connect with her on Instagram and TikTok, where she loves to hear from her readers and share sneak peeks of her books and upcoming projects.

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Reviews

[Chris]

I didn’t like it and basically skimmed the last third of the book😢

[Oleksandra · Rating 3 out of 5]

Все починалось ну дуже класно та цікаво, 2 кардинально різних друга кинули око на одну дівчину.

Перше побачення, перший поцілунок, forced proximity в засніженій хатині, один хлопець, другий, ну капець як цікаво

Buuuut далі все перетворилось в солодку гумку і мені вже не дуже вірилось в розвиток таких відносин саме так, як тут прописала авторка (хоча хто його знає як воно буває)

Маленька ремарочка: головна героїня білоруска, тому тут дуже багато рос транслітерації, ностальгії по радянським фільмам (від Іронії долі мені ригати хотілось, але то таке)

[Cdngurl85 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my heavens!!! Is there anything Ana cannot write?! The answer.....NOPE!!!

A Very Merry Match Point is Ana's first "Why Choose" book/novella and she fucking smashed it out of the park!! Honestly reading it, you would've never thought it was her first.

I can't even describe how much I LOVED her newest Holiday Novella. 12/10 5/5 however you wanna rate it, it's not enough! When I say I devoured it...like I sat and read it start to finish in a couple hours.

Ana does an amazing job balancing out our MMCs, while Logan is the calm, gentle, steady "Golden Boy", Camden is the prickly, bad boy, asshole "Wildfire". They are Yin and Yang, complimenting and bringing out the best in each other for Yana.

[Haily Volk · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was the perfect spicy holiday novella for the holidays! I had so much fun with this one. A holiday why choose romance?! Sign me up. This was full of tension, banter and spice. Everything you need.

Yana is a tennis star just looking for a quiet place to help her escape for a little bit and what is a better place than a cabin in Tahoe. What she didn't plan for is two professional hockey players who she just met before leaving to show up at her cabin. Logan & Camden were only planning on staying the night until a blizzard came through and snowed them all together in the cabin. I mean you see where this is going? YEAH, it gets spicy.

This was really fun to read and I really enjoyed it.

What to Expect:
❄️Snowed-in Cabin
💚Why Choose
❄️Holiday Romance
💚Hockey Players x Tennis Player
❄️Forced Proximity
💚Multi POV

[Alina Syrotiuk · Rating 2 out of 5]

Незнаю чому, але я подумала що в цій книзі буде крута передноворічна атмосфера - саме тому взялася її читати. Але у висновку отримала історію з не дуже вдало прописаними та розкритими поліаморними стосунками.

Так, це новела - тут доволі невеликий обʼєм але все було так швидко, моментами дуже не логічно. Жоден з головних героїв не був нормально розкритий чи описаний, зате сцен сексу було при достатньо - саме тому напевне склалася думка, що їх стосунки тільки і на цьому будуються. Хоча пізніше авторка описувала, як вони всі повʼязані глибокими емоційними звʼязками - я вже у це не повірила.

З плюсів - це читалося дійсно швидко, за вечір можна легко прочитати.
З ще можливих мінусів - головна героїня білоруска, тому в книзі присутня згадка її рідного краю та традицій, і неодноразово є рос.транслітерація…

Моя оцінка 2/5⭐️, сам задум був цікавий та доволі інтригуючий - а от що вийшло у фіналі мені не сподобалося🫣

[Good Booking Girl · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Very Merry Match Point is a steamy, feel-good holiday novella that delivers heat, heart, and holiday magic in equal measure. Snowed-in forced proximity, elite athletes, and a delicious why-choose setup make this an addictive Christmas read.

Yana is strong, confident, and completely captivating, while Logan’s steady devotion perfectly balances Camden’s sharp edges. Camden may come off abrasive at first, but his grief and vulnerability add surprising emotional depth—and watching Yana and Logan break down his walls is incredibly satisfying. The dynamic between all three feels intentional, affectionate, and refreshingly free of jealousy. Logan and Camden are unapologetically proud to be Yana’s boyfriends, focused on spoiling her with devotion, support, and passion.

Short, spicy, and emotionally rewarding, this novella proves you really can have it all—especially at Christmas. Perfect for readers who love heat with heart and a happily-ever-after that doesn’t require choosing. 🎄🔥

Thank you for the free ARC. This review is only my opinion. 🩷

[Kimberley · Rating 4 out of 5]

This Christmas why choose novella was a great read! A Very Merry Christmas Match features Yana a tennis player and Logan and Camden, two best friends and hockey players. Their attraction was instant and since it is a novella the story moves fast. There is nothing better than a snowed in Christmas romance. I really enjoyed this one! I received a complementary copy from the author.

[❀Nicoletta❀ · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF @ 18%

Bad, cheesy writing, so cliche. I don’t think that English is author’s native language, could be wrong, though

[H ༊*·˚ · Rating 4 out of 5]

⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ 𝟒 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬 ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆

"𝙄𝙩’𝙨 𝙖 𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙞𝙘𝙚. 𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙞𝙘𝙚. 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝙄 𝙬𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙𝙣’𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙞𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙮 𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙬𝙖𝙮."

This Christmas novella was such a fun little escape.
I absolutely loved the holiday vibes — the Christmas movie marathons, the cozy atmosphere, and especially the Eastern European holiday traditions that were mentioned. As a European girly myself, it was really interesting to read about and added something unique to the story.

Camden was hands down my favorite character. I loved his grumpy exterior paired with his soft, sensitive heart — that combination always gets me. And his nickname for Yana, “Red”? I LOVED it. He’s just genuinely cool and so easy to fall for.
Logan, on the other hand, had a very calm and steady energy, which I liked, but he felt a bit pushy at the beginning. And I have to say… not a fan of his nickname “Queen” for Yana.
Still, their differences made the dynamic so interesting and fun to read.
Yana herself was such a sweet character. She’s been through a lot, and I loved seeing her let loose, have fun, and explore new sides of herself throughout the story.

The spice was GOOOOD but my favorite part was the whole snowed-in setting.
The book didn't show us much of their sports careers but I don't mind as this is a novella.
The shorter length was perfect for this story and worked so well for the pacing without dragging.

Overall, I really enjoyed it. The perfect little break between longer reads.

Like I always say, I'll read anything Anastasija White writes!

ׂ╰┈➤ I recommend this book to anyone who loves:
holiday romance
why choose
SPICE
tennis player x hockey players
forced proximity
snowed-in
black cat x golden retriever x grump
sharing is caring
multi POV

THANK YOU TO:
Anastasija White
for sending me an early copy of this book
in exchange for an honest review!

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[Samantha | Chapters + Tequila · Rating 4 out of 5]

Format: Kindle
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶️🌶️.5

This was my first time reading Anastasija White and I’m genuinely so thankful for the ARC she sent my way. I had such a good time with this one. A holiday why choose romance with competitive tension, flirty banter, and just the right amount of chaos? Yes, please.

Our FMC was such a standout. She’s confident, funny, and holds her own even when she’s surrounded by not one but two men who are absolutely determined to win her over. I loved her energy—she’s bold without being reckless, soft without being a pushover, and honestly just fun to root for.

And the MMCs? Total opposites in the best way. One brings the steady, protective warmth; the other brings that sharp, competitive spark that keeps everything deliciously tense. Together, they balance each other out and make the dynamic feel natural instead of overwhelming. The chemistry between all three of them was strong from the start, and the holiday backdrop made it even sweeter.

I really enjoyed watching them navigate their feelings, their jealousy, and their very different approaches to love. It never felt messy—just intentional, emotional, and surprisingly tender. By the end, I was fully invested in all three of them finding their version of happily ever after.

If you love festive romance with heat, humor, and a why-choose dynamic that actually works, this one is an easy recommendation.

[Emily Johnston (Booked.Up.With.Emily) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a short and spicy, fun novella read. Camden, Logan, and Yana’s MFM dynamic had instant chemistry that really shown through in this book.

❤️Hockey players x tennis player
❤️Forced proximity
❤️Snowed in

When Logan and Camden pay Yana a surprise visit on her weekend alone, they don’t expect to get snowed in together. But it ends up being the best thing for them.

These three have chemistry for days. I loved Yana’s character and her bluntness. Logan is such a sweet cinnamon roll that I want to squeeze. And Camden had so many layers that I wanted to delve deeper into.

[Meilin · Rating 4 out of 5]

arc review

Ana. Never. Disappoints. and gosh did I enjoy this one!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️|🌶️🌶️🌶️

I’m fully convinced she can write anything and I’d love it. Why choose isn’t my favourite trope and I don’t like the insta-love trope either but tell me why I ate this little novella up 😩 Started and finished in one sitting.

Yana is indeed a queen 🤭 and Camden and Logan are both so perfect for her. They weren’t kidding when they said they’re like Yin and Yang, they balance each other out so well.

I loved the cozy Christmas cabin vibes and the spice was spicing 🤭 and I loved that even with how short it was the hockey and tennis elements were still very present. Seeing Roman again is also a major plus 🤭

Definitely recommend!!

[Bárbara Moody · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC review

Another amazing book by Anastasija 🥹
Very excited for whatever comes out next by this lovely author I love so much!
This is quite a short book but definitely very cozy (and spicy)! I loved the vibes and the main characters, as well as getting a little glimpse of other characters from her other books🥳
Though I must say, Camden was an ass in the beginning and I did want to slap him. All good though, he made up for it🤭

4,5🫖

[Alexia · Rating 2 out of 5]

I would’ve rated this book 5 stars if it wasn’t for the end. When I read a why choose, I don’t want the FMC to only be with one of the MMCs publicly (or marry one of them) and hide her relationship with the other MMC(s). If Yana’s relationship with both Logan and Camden wasn’t hidden, I would’ve really enjoyed this book. It also felt like she had picked Logan out of the two of them by being with him publicly and then later marrying him.

⭐️: 1.5/5
🌶️: 3/5

[Danielle · Rating 2 out of 5]

I love a good why choose. But you have to pick both guys!!!

The fact that Logan was the only one she officially chose and Camden had to stay a secret other than their friends is messed up! She didn’t not pick she only chose Logan!

I

[Arielliasa · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5

Так как полноценные романтические книги пока отошли на задний план, а хоть чего-то романтически-рождественского хочется, я стараюсь добавить в список чтения парочку новелл. Мне нравится жанр, но уж больно редко писательницы удовлетворяют моё видение о нём. И вот эта история пролетела по всем пунктам: начиная от пустых героев и заканчивая их странной динамикой отношений, которая вызывала одну сплошную головную боль.

Яна известная теннисистка, которая физически себя прекрасно чувствует, но измена бывшего парня сломила её морально. Чтобы немного отдохнуть и побыть наедине с собой, на рождество она отправляется в снятый заранее коттедж. Из планов у неё: смотреть на зимние красоты, кушать вкусную еду и пересматривать рождественские фильмы один за другим. Вот только уже в первый день заслуженного отдыха всё рушится. Парень, с которым она сходила на свидание и после этого переписывалась, внезапно оказывается там же, где она. Он приехал вместе с лучшим другом и просит героиню провести одну ночь в её коттедже. Снегопад, один домик на троих и искрящаяся химия между этими тремя.

Из заявленного есть только снегопад и трое в одном коттедже. Химия же настолько вялая и плохо прописанная, что я не понимала, зачем вообще продолжаю читать. У нас трое героев: Яна, Логан и Кэмден. Первая скучная и унылая (плюс ей только за то, что она беларуска, но это тут чисто мой бзик, так как редко вижу упоминание беларусов в литературе). Второй даже внимания не заслуживает. А третий... ну, по сравнению с двумя предыдущими он, хотя бы, не полноценная картонка, но характер у него отвратительный.

Писательница пыталась в романтику. Не получилось. Пыталась в дружбу. Не вышло. Пыталась в обратный гарем и провалилась по всем фронтам. На самом деле история развивается чисто между двумя персонажами, а третий так, мелькает иногда и страдает от того, какой он одинокий и несчастный. И его кстати можно понять. Сначала из-за того, что он не умеет разговор, оскорбил девушку, которая ему понравилась. После наблюдал за тем, как лучший друг к этой самой девушке подкатывает (причём, лучший друг прекрасно осведомлён, что он чувствует к девушке). И как вишенка на торте - оставшись втроём, ему ещё нужно стать третьим лишним, где эта парочка вечно то целуется, то обжимается. Очень по-дружески. Очень романтично. Прям так и веет обратным гаремом (нет).

Новелла короткая, но она успела меня выбесить одним своим существованием. Ничего рождественского в ней нет. С романтикой тоже всё плохо, о чём уже говорила. И хотя мне не понравился ни один из героев, Кэмдену я сочувствую. Без семьи, нормальных друзей, так ещё и возлюбленная отбитая. Конечно, авторка пыталась показать иную динамику, но выглядит всё именно так. Оценка завышенная - не хотелось рушить свой месячный рейтинг этой историей.

[Jess | jess.books20 · Rating 3 out of 5]

𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪 𝗢𝗙 𝗔 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗬 𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗕𝗬 𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗝𝗔 𝗪𝗛𝗜𝗧𝗘: 3.75/5 𝓢𝓣𝓐𝓡𝓢 ⭐️

Okay but… a 𝙨𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙙-𝙞𝙣 𝙘𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙣 + 𝙬𝙝𝙮 𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙨𝙚 + 𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙫𝙞𝙗𝙚𝙨?? Yeah, this had my name written all over it 😌🎄❄️

This story follows 𝒀𝒂𝒏𝒂 𝑳𝒊𝒑𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒔𝒌𝒂𝒋𝒂, 𝑳𝒐𝒈𝒂𝒏 𝑹𝒆𝒊𝒅, and 𝑪𝒂𝒎𝒅𝒆𝒏 𝑯𝒂𝒚𝒆𝒔 after they end up stuck together in a cabin during a blizzard—and let’s just say… the forced proximity does 𝘦𝘹𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 what it’s supposed to do 👀

The 𝙖𝙩𝙢𝙤𝙨𝙥𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 was honestly one of my favorite parts. It’s super cozy, intimate, and gives off those perfect “𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘧𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘢 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦” vibes. Add in Christmas traditions, movie nights, and that warm holiday feeling, and it just 𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘴🎄✨

The 𝙙𝙮𝙣𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙘 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢 was 𝗦𝗢 fun. You’ve got 𝑳𝒐𝒈𝒂𝒏’s more golden-retriever, steady energy, 𝑪𝒂𝒎𝒅𝒆𝒏’s grumpy, broody exterior (with that soft side hiding underneath 😩), and 𝒀𝒂𝒏𝒂 right in the middle figuring out what she wants—and not being afraid to go after it. The chemistry? Immediate. The tension? Constant. The spice? Definitely there 🌶️

I also really liked how their relationship developed. There’s this mix of cute emotional moments and underlying attraction that slowly builds until everything kind of… explodes (you get me 😏). And I appreciated that there was 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 between them—it made the dynamic feel more believable despite how fast everything moved.

That said, I 𝘥𝘰 feel like this story only scratched the surface emotionally. I wanted 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦—especially from 𝑪𝒂𝒎𝒅𝒆𝒏. There were glimpses of deeper struggles and feelings, but I never fully got inside his head the way I wanted to. The same goes for the overall relationship; there was so much potential for added depth and complexity that just didn’t fully develop.

But at the same time… this 𝘪𝘴 a novella. So I get it. There’s only so much you can fit, and for the length, it actually delivers a lot—quick pacing, engaging dynamics, and enough background to stay invested.

I also have to say… I wish the 𝗛𝗘𝗔 had been a little bolder. I wanted them to fully 𝘰𝘸𝘯 their dynamic, no hesitation, no holding back. It felt slightly safe when it could’ve gone all in.

Still, I had 𝘴𝘰 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘧𝘶𝘯 with this. It’s the kind of book you pick up for something quick, cozy, and a little spicy—and it absolutely delivers on that.

💭 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:
A super enjoyable, festive why-choose novella with great chemistry, cozy vibes, and just enough emotional depth to keep you hooked—even if it leaves you wanting a little more.

🎄 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭:
❄️ Snowed-in cabin
🎾 Tennis player x 🏒 hockey players
❄️ Forced proximity
💚 Why choose (MFM)
🌶️ Spice
🎄 Holiday vibes
👀 Multi POV

If you’re in the mood for a 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸, 𝗰𝗼𝘇𝘆, 𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰 holiday romance, this one’s such a good time 🤍✨

[Sílvia [ silviasbooknook ] · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is Ana’s first why choose, a spicy Christmas novella with three characters who completely won me over.

I can honestly say it was a great debut ❤️

Before starting the book, I was a bit hesitant because I knew it was an insta-love, and I usually love a good slow burn.

But right from the start, we’re swept away by Yana’s sharp tongue, Logan’s charm, and Camden’s teasing personality.

The three of them meet at a restaurant, and Logan is the first one to make a move to win Yana over 🤭

Yana is a professional tennis player and, while preparing for a tournament, she rents a cabin in the forest.

What she doesn’t expect is a visit from Logan, with whom she’s already been on a date, and Camden, his best friend and a hockey player too.

What was supposed to be just a one-night stay ends up lasting a few days due to a snowstorm that prevents Logan and Cam from leaving.
And this leaves Camden furious… because he’s stuck being the third wheel 🤭

You can probably imagine what happens next, but not before plenty of teasing and intense exchanged glances. 🌝

The spice level was perfect, just the right amount, written in a careful and delicate way 🥰

I found this book really special ❤️
The female character is Slavic, so we get lots of cultural elements..the way Christmas is celebrated, the traditional dishes and desserts that honestly made me drool 🤤
It was really interesting...

But my favorite part was the Russian expressions sprinkled throughout the story, it felt like we had Anastasija keeping us company during the read 🖤

I really enjoyed this novella. As someone who loves why choose, I was genuinely surprised by how smoothly it blended into the intimate, cozy Christmas atmosphere, with traditions and character insecurities woven in...

It made me laugh, get emotional, and blush..
What more could I ask for? 🤭

Now I’m just waiting for a full-length book… but with that touch of angst that Ana usually gives us 🤭

[Sophie Hutchins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely amazing MMF Christmas romance!

“Add in the way his white shirt hugs the broad plane of his chest so perfectly, and it’s clear that he’s trouble.”

Oh my god, I need more of these three. One novella is not enough for how much I love these three. They are sweet, funny, and filthy.

And I can’t get over how excited I am to be back with the Thunders! As much as I love Ana’s other books the thunders boys will always be my favourites.

Yana is probably one of my favourite FMCs by Ana. She’s strong and knows what she wants. She doesn’t back down to anyone, especially not when Camden is rude, and she asks for exactly what she wants. She was a joy to read and I love how she knew Roman and Nevaeh, I squealed when Roman popped up. And she gets called Queen and Red and honestly the names couldn’t suit her more.

“I swear this man walked straight out of a surf ad. He’s all sun and waves.”

Logan is the total golden boy, which is exactly why that becomes his nickname. I love how he didn’t wait to shoot his shot with Yana he went for it and it paid off. And I love how he pulled a sneaky to go see her at the cabin. He’s the first of the boys to get with her but I love how calm he is when Camden wants Yana and Yana wants Camden. He’s so accepting of it and honestly it works with the whole golden boy persona.

Camden is the bad boy and honestly I was here for it. I love the way he got his a** handed to him by Yana. The way he pined after Yana whilst she was with Logan, how he tried to be respectful even though he wanted her just as much. And when he finally gets her sparks are flying!

I love how the boys are both opposites of each other. One calm and joyful the other chaos and hardness and she just sits in the middle perfectly balanced by them both.

And the spice! the spice in this book is just so delicious, honestly stunning.
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟x10

“It was like my world clicked into place. Like that was exactly how it should’ve been from the start. Yana, Camden and me.”

[kaylaschapterchats · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't know what Anastasija puts in her stories but I swear I am obsessed with everything she writes. This may be one of my favourite Anastasija White books and I love them all.

Our fmc is Yana. I love her. She is just a straight shooter, tells it like it is, what you see is what you get person and I love that about her. She has been hurt in the past and due to that hurt it has derailed a couple of her plans but is determined to get back on track.

Our mmc's are Logan and Camden. Logan is instantly lovable. He is so sweet, charming and has golden retriever vibes. Camden is the more serious of these 2 but loves Logan like a brother and loves his team. He's just been through it and instead of facing it head on, he puts up walls but once you get to know him, he's actually so cool.

The plot was everything. To get herself together before her big Tennis matches coming up, Yana heads to a secluded cabin in the snowy woods to just enjoy her time alone and focus. The thing is, she didn't expect her potential new love interest and his best friend to head to the same place to surprise her. Things get rather interesting when it's obvious that Yana wants Camden and Logan is more than willing to share his new girlfriend with his bestie. I wonder what happens next....

I loved this story. Yana and her guys get their happy ending but it took a bit to get there but when they do, it's explosive. It was nice to see Roman pop in too, i miss him.

Thank you so much Anastasija and your amazing team for the opportunity to read this story and to be a part of your ARC team 🙏 I am forever grateful ♥️

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 🌶🌶🌶🌶

🎾 why choose (mfm)
🏒 multiple pov
🎾 tennis player x hockey players
🏒 forced proximity
🎾 snowed in
🏒 holiday novella
🎾 so spicy...

[Holly · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️/4

📖Book Review📖

A Very Merry Match Point

*Please check for any trigger warnings before you start this book. Your Mental Health is important x

I enjoyed this read, i do have mixed feelings about it especially because of the ending (I wish it ended a little bit differently) and at first I wasn’t sure if I was going to like it because Camden just seemed like a bit too much of a d***. But as the story went on we got to see why he acts the way he does which gave me a better understanding of him and the story.

The whole “Ying and Yang” type dynamic between Logan and Camden really worked and they always treated Yana so well. Where Logan was a golden retriever type, Camden was more broody but they complimented eachother perfectly.

It was Logan and Camden’s first time “sharing” a girl so there were some kinks to work out between them all and I thought I wouldn’t like the book as much as I did but with the healthy communication between them all it worked out pretty good.

I did love how everyone was open with their feelings and didn’t keep any secrets, Yana especially wasn’t afraid to say what she felt and I loved that. , also she wasn’t afraid to go after what she wanted as well.

And I really liked when they talked about their families and Christmas traditions together, it felt like a very wholesome moment for me.

The story flowed and the chapters were short (always a plus for me 😂)

This is the first book I’ve read from Anastasija, I have more on my shelf and will definitely be reading those in 2026.

Tropes

🎄Holiday romance
🌨️Snowed in
🌶️Spice
🤷🏻‍♀️Why choose
😏Forced proximity
🏒🎾Hockey players x Tennis player

3.5/4⭐️
4🌶️

[melissareadseverything · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Very Merry Match Point by Anastasija White | 5⭐️

Ok Anastasija White! A Very Merry Match Point is exactly the kind of holiday novella I needed. I refuse to believe that this is her first novella AND her first why choose!

What happens when a spicy, bold tennis player meets not one, but TWO super hot hockey players and they all get snowed in at a cabin in Lake Tahoe together? Well, that would ruin the whole book now, wouldn’t it!! 😂

I loved getting to know our feisty fmc, Yana. She made me laugh so many times with her bold truth bombs and witty clap backs. She kept California Thunders’ players Logan and Camden on their toes at all times. I really enjoyed how opposite Logan and Camden are. Logan lives up to his Golden Boy nickname, he’s definitely the softer of the two. But I adored Camden because honestly, I love a moody mmc and he is just that.

AVMMP is such a fun and quick holiday read. If you want a book you can devour in one sitting with these tropes(⬇️), read this immediately!

❄️snowed in
❄️why choose
❄️forced proximity
❄️lots of spice
❄️“good boy”

Thanks Anastasija White for this delicious arc!

IG: @melissareadseverything

[Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

If Ana writes it, I’m always going to read it, and this one had me hooked from the first page. A why choose with one grumpy menace and one golden boy? Snowed-in forced proximity.. Tennis x hockey.. Nicknames that do things to you.. Spice so hot it could melt the ice outside.. And Russian?! Yeah… I absolutely inhaled this novella and shamelessly went back for seconds.

The chemistry was unreal. The guys’ attitudes, the sharing, the tension, the way they all fit together. Ana nailed it. Of course, I fell hardest for Camden because I will forever choose the grumpy, broody grinch who pretends he doesn’t care but absolutely does. Logan was that golden, safe, steady presence, and somehow the combination just worked. Each guy brought something different, and together they were delicious.

Yana was exactly the kind of FMC I love. After everything she’d been through, she knew what she wanted and wasn’t about to apologize for chasing it. Confident, unapologetic, and fully aware of the effect she had on both of them.

My only complaint is that it ended too soon. I would happily read more, especially if it meant more sports, more tension, and more time with this trio. But for a quick, snowed in, forced proximity Christmas novella, this delivered heat, emotion, and filthy chemistry in all the right ways. I loved every second of it.

[Keren M · Rating 2 out of 5]

The last time I felt this frustrated was when Bella chose Edward over Jacob 😭 This book was a 2.75/5.

I REALLY wanted to like this book. I had never read a novel with the "why choose" trope before, but thanks to manhwa with reverse harems, I was already used to stories featuring multiple MMCs. And that's probably why I was so frustrated. In my opinion, the promise of the "why choose" trope isn't fully delivered.

Instead of a balanced romantic relationship between the protagonist and the two love interests, I felt like I was reading the story of a couple who had decided to include a third person in their relationship to spice things up... The displays of affection almost ALWAYS go in the same direction and are not distributed equally between the MC (although the narrative tries to convince us otherwise through the characters' internal monologues). The result ? Instead of a "why choose" romance, we have a disguised competition, where one of the characters constantly remains second best... 😭

What frustrates me even more is that all the other elements of the novella worked: the writing was fluid and enjoyable, the length perfect, the snowbound setting was interesting, the smut scenes didn't bother me... everything was there for it to work perfectly !

I will still give her other books a chance because this was her first "why Choose" romance and apart from the initial promise that wasn't truly kept, the rest was pretty good.

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was lucky enough to receive as an ARC 🥰

If your idea of a perfect Christmas read includes snowed-in cabins, elite athletes, and unapologetic why choose energy, A Very Merry Match Point absolutely delivers.

Yana Lipnitskaja is a top-ten tennis star looking for quiet, not chaos, when she escapes to a cabin in Tahoe. What she gets instead? A blizzard… and two professional hockey players who turn her peaceful retreat into something electric.

Logan Reid is calm, steady, and grounding — the kind of man who makes you feel safe just by standing near him. Camden Hayes is pure fire: reckless, magnetic, and impossible to ignore. Best friends. Total opposites. And somehow, both exactly what Yana needs.

Snowed in with nowhere to go, the chemistry ignites fast, hot, and completely uncontained. What starts as a holiday escape turns into something deeper — a connection none of them are ready to give up. And this Christmas? No one wants to choose.

Short, steamy, festive, and indulgent, this novella is the perfect holiday palate cleanser when you want heat, heart, and zero guilt. 🔥❄️

Tropes:
* Why choose / no choosing required
* Snowed-in cabin
* Holiday romance (Christmas vibes)
* Hockey players x tennis star
* Best friends
* Steady hero x bad boy energy
* Forced proximity

[Charlene · Rating 3 out of 5]

This follows Yana, Logan and Camden as they find themselves snowed in together at a cabin during the holidays. What starts as an unexpected situation becomes something more complicated as the chemistry between all three of them becomes impossible to ignore.

The author delivers a cozy, festive setting that’s perfect for the holidays. The snowed-in cabin vibes are exactly what you want in a winter romance: warm, intimate and atmospheric. The chemistry between Yana, Logan and Camden is palpable. White does a nice job showing the dynamic between all three characters and how they fit together.

This story only scratches the surface of the deeper emotions at play, particularly when it comes to Camden. I wanted to understand his struggles and feelings more fully, to really get inside his head. The same goes for the other two; there was so much potential for emotional depth that never quite materialized. I craved more complexity and development. That said, this is a novella, so the lack of depth makes sense given the format. There simply isn’t enough page time to fully explore all three characters and their emotional journeys.

If you’re looking for a quick, cozy holiday read with a poly dynamic and snowed-in vibes, this delivers.

[Mikayla Jordan · Rating 5 out of 5]

❤️🏒🎾ARC REVIEW🎾🏒❤️

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

Ana, you killed this!! This is Ana’s first, why choose, and WOW! I loved the way we had a golden retriever and a black cat energy from the men. I loved how Logan falls head over heels with her, and that relationship was adorable. And Camden, he’s the bad boy, the asshole who pissed Yana off when they first met, but once they connected, the sparks flew. I loved the insta love with one and the enemies-to-lovers with the other; it really balanced each other out. And Yana, I loved her; she is strong and confident and trying to get her head in the game after a terrible break-up that she blames herself for. But these three together were hot, and I loved the moments they had when they were vulnerable . I loved how proud they are to be Yana’s boys. Also, I loved seeing my boy Roman!! I loved the friendship he has with Yana, and that Roman is happy with his girls!! I cried when he showed up in the book!! Also, the way her tells her to just be happy was adorable. If you want a short, spicy book that will tear your heart out but also make you roll on the floor laughing, this book is for you. You can read this book on Kindle Unlimited!

❤️🏒🎾Thank you so much for the ARC! This review is my opinion 🎾🏒❤️

[Ana ♉️✨ · Rating 4 out of 5]

🔥 🔥 Short, spicy, and absolutely irresistible — this holiday romance delivered EVERYTHING I wanted and more.
If you love insta‑love done right, this one nails it. From the very first moment these three lock eyes, the chemistry is explosive. Throw in one secluded cabin and one perfectly timed snowstorm, and you’ve got the ultimate winter fantasy.

I adored all three characters.
✨ Our FMC knows exactly what she wants — and she goes for it.
✨ Logan is the sweetest golden‑retriever MMC, all warmth and devotion.
✨ Camden is the broody bad boy who pretends he doesn’t care… but absolutely does.

Together? They’re magic. The dynamic is addictive, the banter hits, and the spice is chef’s kiss — delicious, steamy, and so well balanced.

My only tiny personal wish (and it doesn’t take away from how much I loved this book) is that she didn’t get to marry both of them. Camden deserved that husband title right next to Logan. But that’s just me being greedy for more.

If you’re a sports romance lover who wants something fun, hot, and heart‑melting for the holidays, this book is a must‑read. Beautiful, funny, spicy — the perfect cozy‑season treat.

My rating : 4.5 ⭐️ 3🌶️

[Jennysbookishthoughts · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yana has been off her game ever since her ex cheated on her. But one night she meets Camden and Logan. But professional hockey players and best friends. She has an instant connection with both of them. When they show up at her getaway over Christmas things take an unexpected turn.

A Very Merry Match Point is a novella by Anastasija White and since it’s a novella it’s a quick but entertaining read.

I loved how from the first encounter the spark fly between Yana, Camden and Logan. The dynamic between these three is incredible and I liked how different they all are yet fit together so seamlessly. There is a bit of suspense but since the story is a novella and therefore short it’s not a lot that’s happening. But I think Anastasija packed as much in this story as possible without it being too much too fast to too little taking too long. Since it’s a why choose trope paired with forced proximity it’s not only a cute love story but also a spicy story. 🌶 I liked all of the characters a lot even though I have to admit, that Camden is my favorite.

If you’re looking for a cute, spicy and quick Christmas read this is a prefect book for you.

[Beth (bethsbookshelfx) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating : ☆☆☆☆

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𝘐’𝘷𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦. 𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘰𝘨𝘢𝘯 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘭, 𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘮𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘴𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘦 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘐 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨. 𝘓𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘐’𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘺 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦.

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𝙏𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙨 & 𝙄𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 :

- 𝙈𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙞 𝙋𝙊𝙑
- 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙍𝙤𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚
- 𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙨𝙚
- 𝙎𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙙 𝙄𝙣
- 𝙃𝙤𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙮 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙮𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙭 𝙏𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙨 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙮𝙚𝙧
- 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙭𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙮
- 𝙉𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙖

✔️ Available On KU

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I’m not surprised in the slightest because I love anything Ana writes but I adored this. It was short and sweet but read like a full length novel because it had so much in it.

I loved that Ana used Yana’s first language often it made the book feel so much more authentic and connected to the story. I’m also grateful for the footnotes attached to the sentences so I could understand without having to look for translations.

I loved all of our main characters here but I have a super soft spot for sad men so Camden took a piece of my heart. He just needed some love and some family and he’s a much happier version of himself 🥺