I read Holiday Star by Dr. Melissa Dymond over the holidays and I absolutely loved the story. I related so much to Gwen and so many aspects of the book resonated with me. It was heartfelt, beautiful, and magical. I highly recommend the story.
While this book does start at Christmas time, it doesn't end there so don't worry about not wanting to read a Christmas book, it's not just about Christmas. It's so much more.
About the Book
One doctor. One movie star.
One house.
One month until Christmas.
What could go wrong? Dr. Gwen Wright is having a not-so-merry Christmas.
For the month of December, she’s alone, house-sitting for her mother and new stepfather. Her surgically precise world gets a plot twist when Caleb Lawson—world-famous movie star on the run from the paparazzi and his secrets—crash lands in her kitchen.
Besides being a Hollywood heartthrob, Caleb is also her stepdad’s nephew. He thinks he has as much right to stay in the house as she does, but as far as Gwen’s concerned, she’s the landlord and he’s the squatter.
Forced to share the small space, Gwen is drawn to the moody celebrity.
Sure, sometimes he can be a Grinch, but when Caleb finally touches Gwen, it makes her jingle bells ring.
But the future looms like a foggy Christmas Eve. With no red-nosed reindeer to guide them, can Gwen and Caleb overcome their differences? After all, she’s ordinary, and he’s a star.
Falling in love is going to take a Christmas miracle.
Holiday Star is a swoon-inducing, page-turning, celebrity romance novel with the perfect blend of angst and tension. Read if you like enemies-to-lovers, forced proximity, tons of chemistry, a touch of groveling, and happily ever after.
My Thoughts
Holiday Star is a wonderful read, full of promise, passion, and self discovery.
I could not put the book down. I was immediately drawn to Gwen. We had so many similarities and insecurities in common. She was so easily relatable. All the characters were well thought out and created with purpose. The storyline was brilliantly written and held my attention until the very last word.
This is not just a story about romance, this is a story about heartache and healing. It’s about grief and recognizing all the ways it affects us in our daily lives. It’s about shattering other people’s expectations of yourself and living your truth. It’s also a story about fighting for what you believe in. To have the courage and strength to dream new dreams and reimagine your life, despite the outside world–or your doubts–standing in the way.
Holiday Star brings my heart so much joy and is a balm to my soul. I whole-heartedly recommend it to any reader struggling during the holiday season, or any season.
FTC Disclaimer: I voluntarily read a copy of the book generously provided by the publisher via Net Galley in exchange for an honest review. This in no way influences my thoughts or feelings about the book or the content of my review.
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From the Author
10% of proceeds donated to fund colon cancer research.
Please note-this novel comes in TWO different versions:
1) A spicy/open-door version (explicit language and sex scenes)
2) A clean/sweet/closed-door version (no language and kissing only)
I want ALL my readers to feel comfortable, so choose the best version for you.
Spicy/Open Door Version
Clean/Closed Door Version
About the Author
My name is Melissa. When I was young I had three BIG dreams, to become a mom, a doctor, and a writer. I’ve been so blessed to accomplish the first two goals.
Now thanks to you, I get to be an author! Books are my favorite way to escape and walk in someone else’s shoes.
My goal is to entertain you. I want to make you laugh, swoon, blush, grit your teeth, shed a tear, and hopefully inspire you to follow your own dreams.
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