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In a Holidaze

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Christina Lauren

In a Holidaze

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

307

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Setting

Utah • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren focuses on a young woman, Maelyn Jones, who finds herself reliving the same holiday season repeatedly. Set in a snowy cabin in Utah, the story follows her quest to find happiness and true love while breaking free from the time loop.

Romantic

Heartwarming

Bittersweet

Humorous

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren is generally praised for its charming holiday setting and engaging romantic plot, making it a feel-good read. However, some critics find the time-loop premise repetitive and the character development lacking depth. Overall, it’s a delightful read for those seeking a festive, lighthearted romance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read In a Holidaze?

Readers who enjoy lighthearted romance with a twist of holiday magic would love In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren. Fans of One Day in December by Josie Silver and Christmas Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella will appreciate the whimsical, feel-good love story accented with family dynamics and time-loop adventures.

Character List

Mae Jones

The 26-year-old protagonist, Mae is living with family and dealing with career and romantic uncertainties while spending Christmas at a Utah cabin. She is close friends with Andrew and Theo Hollis, and her journey involves navigating complex relationships and personal growth.

Mae’s warm and playful lifelong friend who works in technical audio at a Denver concert venue; he shares family holidays with Mae and contributes to the narrative's exploration of tradition and nostalgia.

Andrew's younger brother, known for his athleticism and casual approach to relationships, and shares a close friendship with Mae due to their similar ages.

A close family friend who plays an emotional support role for Mae, encouraging her to embrace her desires and reflecting on the intertwining of fate and choice.

Mae’s teenage brother with a carefree demeanor and a close friendship with Theo, who nudges Mae toward honesty and maturity in her relationships.

Book Details
Pages

307

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Setting

Utah • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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