Allison’s Book Report:“The Christmas Fix” By Lucy Score

Last week, I reviewed a thriller/mystery, and as much as I loved that pick, I promised you all a little more seasonally appropriate read this week. It is time to deliver, and if you love a steamy holiday rom-com, this week's pick is perfect for you! The Christmas Fix by Lucy Score is a heartwarming and funny holiday romance that perfectly captures the magic of small-town life and the unexpected joy of finding love where you least expect it. It is a story about fixing up more than just an old inn - it is about fixing lives and finding a place to truly belong.

The story introduces us to Noah Chandler, a brooding, grumpy, but undeniably handsome construction contractor. Noah, known for his ability to renovate anything, finds his latest challenge in the charming but very dilapidated historic inn in the town of Lush, Vermont. He is a man who prefers the company of power tools to people and views the job as a temporary escape from his own complicated life. Enter Molly Snow, the inn’s owner, and the bright, eternally optimistic force of nature behind the renovation. Molly has inherited the crumbling inn and is determined to restore it to its former glory in time for Christmas. Her spirited nature and relentless cheer are the complete opposite of Noah’s reserved demeanor, leading to plenty of hilarious and sparks-flying friction. 

As they are forced to work closely together, the initial antagonism starts to melt away, revealing a powerful attraction. Noah, the man who tries to keep everyone at arm's length, finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Molly's genuine warmth and her infectious love for her small town. He starts seeing Lush not just as a job site, but as a potential home, and Molly not just as a client, but as the one person who can truly see past his tough exterior.

This novel is packed with the delightful, quirky residents of Lush who are determined to help their beloved inn succeed and, more importantly, play matchmakers for their two very stubborn leads. Through holiday traditions, snowy mishaps, and shared moments of vulnerability, Noah and Molly navigate their growing feelings. The Christmas Fix is ultimately about the healing power of community and the courage it takes to open your heart. It is a holiday treat that reminds us that sometimes, the biggest fix we need is not in a broken building, but in our own lonely hearts. It promises a happily-ever-after wrapped up in a cozy, festive bow.

Light up that tree, make a cup of cocoa, put on your jammies, grab a blanket, and get cozy for this week's pick. And while you are at it, do not forget to pop over to my Instagram @allison.the.reader for more recommendations and holiday book talk.