But when he meets Sym he becomes kinda c This book was provided to me by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. But when he meets Sym he becomes kinda cute, he still not forgiven tho. Everyone else was super flat so I didn't really care about any of them. Story: It was a super cute Christmas read, but it could have been sooo much better and fun.
The romance could have lasted longer. More dates, more kissing, a better buildup to meeting Sym's mom. The overall story could have been fleshed out a bit more. Give a reason why Sym's dad is incarcerated, how he feels about it. Give Turk a better baclstory of why he wants to change everything I think it's really tastefully done and shows that Turk is a more modern Father Christmas. I wanted to read a Christmas book this year and now I have.
It was very cute and a quick read. Will definitely recommend it if someone wants a quick and cute Christmas read. Dec 23, Elley Murray marked it as dnf. What a whingy baby - gross, no thank you. I was also bothered by some inconsistencies In the first few chapters Turk tries passing off putting away Santa's sack to an elf and then is sulking that he has to do it, but then in the same breath is super reverent of the task and there's some ceremony around it and he's basically honored to be doing it - but also still resentful?
And Sym, the other MC, has rhis weird diatribe against including shamans who used hallucinogenic drugs in his page power point deck that he only has 45 minute to present I don't believe it, and you can't make it. Some things are just out and out wrong, and that's all there is too it.
No thanks. All opinions are unbiased and my own. Dec 29, Xanthe rated it it was ok. This is a hard book to review as I enjoyed the overall plot of the story but didn't really feel anything for the characters or between them. Symeon Golightly is a Christmasologist and unfortunately, spends Christmas alone. He offers to cover a shift at the hotel he works so his coworker can be with their family. It's here that the two m This is a hard book to review as I enjoyed the overall plot of the story but didn't really feel anything for the characters or between them.
It's here that the two men meet and begin a friendship. It's over halfway in before Turk and Symeon meet and then there's no real chemistry between them. A couple of details in the story didn't follow and we jump between several character POV without any indication which made it slightly confusing at times.
The story itself has a great premise but I just couldn't get into it enough to fall into the romance or Christmas magic that could have been possible. Dec 21, Charlotte rated it liked it. This was a really cute holiday romance! Turk is next in line to be the actual Santa Claus! But his parents aren't convinced that he's ready to take over because he hasn't found a partner to spend his life with.
When another Christmas passes without Turk being allowed to take over, he takes a holiday! Turk meets Christmasologist and Ph. He's bored and lonely and immediately interested in listening to Turk's tales.
The two men get to kno This was a really cute holiday romance! The two men get to know each other and are definitely interested in one another!
Some of Sym's research helps them to figure out what they might need to do to save Christmas! This is a well-written story that is over-the-top cute Dec 23, Sam B rated it it was ok. Well, that was Jan 03, Blackandred04 rated it it was ok. Arc received from Netgally in exchange for an honest review.
Thanks given to NineStar Press for accepting the request! This was a fun, cute story, but in the end, that's all it really was. I didn't grow attached to the characters, and to be honest found Turk a bit annoying. The pacing was a little fast at the beginning then the final few chapters are just a flash farther and farther into the future so we didn't really get to see their development.
Their also wasn't really any character developmen Arc received from Netgally in exchange for an honest review. Their also wasn't really any character development.
But the idea of the story was cute, just poorly executed. Dec 26, Stephanie Panach rated it liked it. This was a sweet, funny, untraditional take on a classic Christmas idea. Every Santa needs a Mrs. Claus, but what happens when Santa is gay? Turk is destined to be the next Santa when his father steps down from the post. The only problem is that Turk doesn't have a Mrs. Claus backing him up. He hasn't had time to date because he has been so busy focusing on learning to be Santa and he's gay.
So a Mrs. Claus isn't in the cards for him - and he doesn't think he needs one. The only issue is - Santa This was a sweet, funny, untraditional take on a classic Christmas idea. The only issue is - Santa needs someone who can care deeply for the children. Santa himself has to focus on the mechanics of getting things done - and doesn't have the emotional energy to also care for each and every child. Basically - its a shared job.
Symeon is a Christmas-ologist, who seems pretty lonely. He has friends, but no one he is very close to. I am guessing he's kind of an odd duck. When he and Turk meet by chance, they immediately hit it off and seem meant for each other.
Symeon and Turk have a bit a whirlwind romance and Symeon ends up proving he is the man for Santa. I would have liked a little more depth to the relationship between Turk and Sym - and a little more growth from Turk. I'm not sure, even at the end, that he really understood why he needed a husband or how that would help.
I think he also had a lot to learn about micromanaging things! Overall - if you want a non-traditional Christmas read - this is a sweet fun one. A hallmark movie that maybe needs to be made! Dec 25, Susan Anne rated it really liked it.
This was a fun fluffy Christmas story. I liked the twist that Santa had to be married to inherit the position and of course, the next candidate, Turk, is gay. There is a meet-cute with human Symeon and a crisis for Turk and Symeon to solve. Just the treat for what is a grim Christmas in many places today.
Researching the mythology of Christmas for his Ph. Nor does he expect to fall in love. But when Turk, expecting his father to turn over the role this year and being disappointed, takes off to nurse his wounds and ends up in the hotel where Symeon is working.
I liked that the novella took place over the course of almost a year giving Symeon and Turk time to get to know each other.
I didn't love that the story seemed half-told and that pa Researching the mythology of Christmas for his Ph. I didn't love that the story seemed half-told and that parts were very jerky to read. Dec 22, Alan D. A cute love story about Christmas with all the potential for better development.
It bothered me that the author rushed the love between Turk and Sym since they would have been a nice couple, but they ended being just another instalove couple. There are many legends about who Santa Claus was and is. Claus has been given a few different names depending on what history or movie you refer to. It is believed that the first Santa Claus was Saint Nicholas. Saint Nicholas was a monk and therefore did not marry.
The Santa Claus that we know lives in the North Pole. According to some North American sources, his original name was Kris Kringle before he changed his name to Santa Claus.
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This may be a good question to ask Santa when you write to him this year. Toggle action bar FAQ Actions. The British had gathered to attack the United States.
One place they attacked was Washington, D. The British forced themselves into the homes of the people living in the capital city. They ate their food and slept in their beds. Soldiers took over the McBride's house where Holly and her parents lived. After seeing how beautiful and special she was, one soldier demanded Holly marry him. He became angry when she refused his orders. Because Santa had put protective spells over her all those years ago, Santa sensed she was in danger. He arrived just in time!
He told her that they had met before 20 years ago. Holly McBride was already in love with this mysterious man, and she knew in her heart right then that she had found her husband. Later that day, Santa told Holly's parents that he would like to marry her. They both gave their blessing and complete support of the couple. The British had failed at attacking Washington D. As they were leaving, they set the city on fire, putting everyone in danger. Because magic is what he does best, Santa created a powerful rainstorm.
This put out the fire, saving the city as the British left to return home. The city was safe from attackers and fire, and Santa's job there was done. Back at Holly's home, Santa helped her pack and say goodbye to her parents.
He gathered Holly into his sleigh, and they flew away together to the North Pole. Claus have enjoyed over happy years of marriage. Claus have been married longer than anyone else in history. While they're both remarkable in their loving, caring nature, that's not all there is to their happy relationship. Both Santa and Holly Claus are good at communicating, and they think it's very important to understand each other.
They talk to each other often and plan Christmas ideas together. Claus puts her knitting skills to good use and makes shirts, sweaters, socks, and other clothes for children and the elves. Claus expected to have a large family, but she never realized she'd be like a mother to so many. The elves were all delighted when Santa found her, and it took no time until they loved her just as much as the big man himself. With Santa's magic sleigh, they take trips around the world together and watch how the world changes as time goes on.
In their day-to-day lives, Santa is always surprising Mrs. Claus with new toys he's invented and finding new ways to say, "I love you. Claus makes him his favorite cookies and asks for help from a few elves to make tons of sweets and candies for everyone to enjoy. She also taught Santa how to play checkers and chess, though no one is sure if he's ever managed to win against her.
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