Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Release Day Review: 10 Things I Hate About Mistletoe by Codi Hall

Happy Release Day!

I am SO excited to share the news about Codi Hall's latest release, 10 Things I Hate About Mistletoe!

This is the first book in Codi's Falling in Mistletoe series! It's a spin-off of her Mistletoe Romance series from Sourcebooks Casablanca

I love these characters and I'm so happy we get more time in this fun, funny, and festive world of all things Christmas!



About the Book

A misunderstanding sparks an enemies-to-lovers romance between an outdoorsman and an aspiring writer in this funny and festive Christmas-themed novel. 

So far, no man in Mistletoe, Idaho, has measured up to the literary heroes in Delilah Gill’s favorite books. Anthony Russo is no exception. She’s not sure why the steamy smooch they once shared suddenly turned frosty, and she’s tried to keep her distance ever since. But she’s had enough of being serially single, and she decides it’s the perfect time to put herself out there.

Anthony isn’t interested in playing games and he doesn’t like being used—especially not to make his own best friend jealous. Still, a bruised ego doesn’t stop him from imagining kissing Delilah again when she shows up to the local watering hole looking like a million bucks and the other single men in town start to notice her considerable charms.

As December approaches and the Christmas festivities ramp up, both Delilah and Anthony find themselves roped into Mistletoe’s seasonal happenings. It won’t be long now before proximity turns loathing into interest and ultimately a romance that could lead to a very happy holiday indeed…





My Review

I absolutely LOVE Codi Hall’s Mistletoe Romance series. It’s a series set in the magical, mythical town of Mistletoe, Idaho and it’s centered around a boisterous family with three adult siblings: Nick, Merry and Holly. The family owns a Christmas Tree farm and in a town like Mistletoe, Christmas is the pinnacle of the year. Everyone goes all out for Christmas, and it’s not just relegated to the month of December! It is a fun, funny, and heartfelt series that I highly recommend and champion any chance I get!

10 Things I Hate About Mistletoe is the first book in a spin-off series from Mistletoe Romance called Falling in Mistletoe. The series follows three rough-around-the-edges bachelors getting their chance at falling in love. OMG! I could not love this more! 

If you enjoyed the Mistletoe Romance series, you're gonna LOVE Falling in Mistletoe! This series has everything it’s predecessor has: Loads of Christmas cheer, same great characters, loveable pets, hilarity, witty banter, funny dialogue, heartfelt storyline and all the craziness that comes with falling in love! 

Delilah is oh so relatable! She’s a bigger girl and has struggled for years with all the junk that comes along with being a different size and battling society’s standards for the “normal” or “perfect” body type. Being a bigger girl, I saw so much of myself in Delilah. But she doesn’t let the haters get to her, much. I mean hell, I’m in my forties and sometimes it still bugs me when people stare too long or snicker behind my back. Delilah takes it in stride but some of those old insecurities pop up, especially when men show interest. Are they being sincere? Is this for a joke or a laugh? Or are they doing it just to be cruel? The fight is real.

Anthony is a breath of fresh air. His roguish charm and Jake Ryan looks hide a quiet vulnerability and a genuine sweetness. In the previous series, I thought Anthony was just like his friend Pike, though fiercely loyal, he’s a rowdy womanizer chasing anything with a skirt. But I was pleasantly surprised! Anthony has his own demons to slay and his backstory squeezed my heart so hard for him! Anthony is a lovely surprise and I can’t wait for readers to find out for themselves.

The storyline is full of wonderful surprises, intense passion, and gives me so much happiness! We revisit many of our favorite Mistletoe Romance characters and I was so excited to catch up with their lives. I would love to crawl inside this world and stay there. 

10 Things I Hate About Mistletoe is a complete joy to read! It’s like coming home and being embraced by all my favorite things and people all in one giant hug! 

Pike is Anthony’s best friend and business partner and he’s on deck next! I can’t wait to discover his story and learn more about the woman who has slain this hound dog! 

I highly recommend the entire Mistletoe catalog! If you’re looking for a fun Christmas read, look no further than Codi Hall! 

FTC Disclaimer: I voluntarily read a copy of the book generously provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This in no way influences my thoughts or feelings about the book or the content of my review.



Purchase Links

Amazon | Audible | Barnes & Noble



About the Author



Codi Hall has been writing for eight years under the pen name, Codi Gary. In the spring of 2020, Codi signed with Audible for three original audio books about a trio of siblings finding love in their little mountain town during Christmas time. A California native living in Idaho, she fell in love with big skies, amazing people, and brisk winters. When she isn't writing, you can find her watching movies with her family, making silly Tik Toks, taking gorgeous photos, and snuggling up with a good book and one of her many furbabies! Learn more at www.codigarysbooks.com/codi-hall-author


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