I found myself rooting for Will and Abbie throughout the entire story I just wanted what was best for both of them! Again, highly recommend this quick read. I really think it’s the masterful way that Talia Hibbert combines topics like found family, grief, abuse and trauma with common romance troupes, funny moments and rich characters. This was another perfect holiday themed romance about longtime two friends who could finally have the chance to become more at Christmas time.

This was recommended by a bunch of people on Instagram and is currently only available on the Kobo app (which is free) or device. What I liked/disliked: I was clearly on a Talia Hibbert roll last month. I laughed and cried (because love during Christmas) and would definitely recommend this! I also appreciate that Talia Hibbert includes content warnings at the start of the book for all of the aforementioned themes, in case they are triggering. This was perfectly steamy, sweet and still managed to touch on serious topics like homelessness, anxiety and trauma. This story was just what I needed in a romance - lovable characters, the perfect strangers to lovers set up and just the right amount of real life seriousness that Hibbert blends into romance effortlessly. What I liked/disliked: Talia Hibbert is a QUEEN in my book!! I picked this novella up when I was in a bit of a reading slump and overwhelmed by a packed calendar. I would love to read more historical accounts told in this format. This was one of the first major historical events I remember living to, and it’s a great and interesting feeling to know that your living memory is a part of history. It was tough to get through, especially reading the accounts of those who were inside the tower, but I absolutely devoured this book. The book follows the events of the day from the perspective of everyone from members of government to first responders, airport employees and the families of victims and survivors of the attack. I’d had this book on my to read list for a while and I’m so glad I finally picked it up. I was 8 when 9/11 happened but still have such vivid memories of the day. What I liked/disliked: This book absolutely blew me away. In total, I read X books in December and it was truly a spectacular reading month. I more than made up for it in December though, thanks to a ton of holiday themed romance novels and novellas and being sick and really only able to sleep and read. Between the election, the holidays and preparing to switch jobs reading just didn’t pan out. I had such good intentions of reading a ton of nonfiction during the month and only managed to finish one book. November was a pretty slumpy reading month for me. I know it’s taken a minute but I’m finally sharing my final reading wrap up of 2020.

Talia hibbert wrapped up in you