In a Holidaze

Written by Christina Lauren

Narrated by Patti Murin

THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

One Christmas wish, two brothers, and a lifetime of hope are on the line for hapless Maelyn Jones in this quintessential holiday romantic novel by Christina Lauren, the New York Times bestselling authors of The Unhoneymooners and Love and Other Words.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…but not for Maelyn Jones. She’s living with her parents, hates her going-nowhere job, and has just made a romantic error of epic proportions.

But perhaps worst of all, this is the last Christmas Mae will be at her favorite place in the world—the snowy Utah cabin where she and her family have spent every holiday since she was born, along with two other beloved families. Mentally melting down as she drives away from the cabin for the final time, Mae throws out what she thinks is a simple plea to the universe: Please. Show me what will make me happy.

The next thing she knows, tires screech and metal collides, everything goes black. But when Mae gasps awake…she’s on an airplane bound for Utah, where she begins the same holiday all over again. With one hilarious disaster after another sending her back to the plane, Mae must figure out how to break free of the strange time loop—and finally get her true love under the mistletoe.

Jam-packed with yuletide cheer, an unforgettable cast of characters, and Christina Lauren’s trademark “downright hilarious” (Helen Hoang, author of The Bride Test) hijinks, this swoon-worthy romantic read will make you believe in the power of wishes and the magic of the holidays.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
• Release date: Oct 6, 2020
• ISBN: 9781797111568

Christina Lauren

Christina Lauren is the combined pen name of longtime writing partners and best friends Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings, the New York Times, USA TODAY, and #1 internationally bestselling authors of the Beautiful and Wild Seasons series, Autoboyography, Love and Other Words, Roomies, Josh and Hazel’s Guide to Not Dating, The Unhoneymooners, The Soulmate Equation, Something Wilder, The True Love Experiment, The Paradise Problem, and The Romance Revival. You can find them online at ChristinaLaurenBooks.com or @ChristinaLauren on Instagram.

[Katie · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Very cute! I enjoyed the audible version and the narrator's voice and reading. A nice little listen during the holiday season.

[Anna Morris · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

Passable Christmas romance, which doesn’t make the most of its Groundhog Day style premise. They really should have found a narrator who could do a decent Australian accent, she doesn’t even get the pronunciation of ‘Aussie’ right.

[Franka · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

I didn't like it! Mostly because I love Christina Lauren so this book didn't live up to my expectations. It was just too childish...

[jordantipton · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved everything about this book. It was funny, witty, with tons of fun loving banter between all of the characters.

[maricellavm · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

The storyline was a little slow and not that interesting.

[judy griffin · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

If you have only three unlocked (downloadable) books would you like… I would not download this one

[E Trotman · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

So sweet!! Loved it! A perfect winter break read or listen!

[Nikita · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

The story was good, but the audio was terrible. Almost every chapter they had clips of rereading, but it so obvious because of the volume changes. It drove me insane listening to it. The story had such great potential, but was kind of boring after half way through. It was also written a little childishly for me. They were suppose to be adults, but acted like 14 year olds the whole book.

[chrissy0130 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved it. Wonderful holiday romance. Gonna be a yearly read for me.

[lchshopping1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Cute Christmas novel. I enjoyed the theme and the development of the storyline. I'm so glad the author didn't make us wait for more "ground hog days" before jumping into the romance!

[dlongstreet3 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a perfect cozy Christmas romcom! I really enjoyed it!

[Nicola · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Hallmark needs to make this into a movie, and it would become my favorite one!!!!! This book is so cute and qurkie and had me giggling and screaming all at the same time.

[Holly Hustead · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Cute, quick read to get you into the holiday spirit.

[Patti Mansfield · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

3 1/2 stars. Christina Lauren’s books have become my new favorites! This one was good, but not my favorite. I absolutely loved “The Unhoneymooners” and the Beautiful Bastard series!

[Meredith · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Loved it! Finished it quickly... Such a cute Christmas book!

[Michelle Phillips-De Lama · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A perfect holiday reward with light romance. I couldn’t put the book down.

[heather bishop · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was such a good one. I don’t give 5 stars easily but this was so cute and the story was just so good

[Sarah Langley · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I was skeptical that a time traveling Christmas romance would be the ticket to pump up my Christmas Spirit while decorating in freezing temperatures but listening to Holidaze was like a warm cup of spiced cider for the soul. The characters are lovable while also having their own interesting back stories. The plot was easy to follow and not overly complicated. More now, than ever, families come in all forms and this novel showcases a blended family united to make the most of that special time of year. There’s joy and redemption after struggles most people can imagine themselves going through at one point or another in life. It’s a lighthearted tale of being true to oneself in order to receive the greatest rewards life has to offer.

[Nicole Iserman · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great story and hilarious. Found myself cackling in different parts. Especially the interaction in the sleeping bag.

[Aymie Thiele · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Exactly what I needed! So cute. I love Christina Lauren and this one did not disappoint! ❤️

[Desiree Kaslavage · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Pretty good story. Though it isn't my usually genre, I only read it because I enjoyed most of their other books. I really liked the family/friends tradition that they had, I wasn't a fan of the Christmas Groundhog day part though, but I did generally enjoy it.

[Kristine Haigh · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Clever, sweet, funny, a bit stressful, very good book! Loved listening to this in December. Love the narrator.

[DesertSkyCacti · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

I personally just could not connect with the characters at all, but I feel like it's because I never really got the chance to get to know them! And because I did't really know the characters I couldn't care less about the romance...

[Diana Reese Puckett · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Loved it! Great read and the perfect season for it. Funny and well paced. Great rom com

[Jodie Moore · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

The first third of the book reminded me way too much of Groundhog Day, which I didn't care for. Once I got past that and the story more revolved around Mae and Andrew, I was hooked. I enjoyed watching Mae grow determined to do what made her happy and go for things she was previously too afraid to go for. Without the first third of the book, I would have given this cute holiday story four stars.

[Vanessa Alves · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Funny and witty. Loved this book. But I love all books by Christina Lauren

[Christine Decker · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

good story, detailed characters that are realistic and relatable ! Enjoyed it

[Marta · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It was so cute and fun! I honestly just love everything Christina Lauren writes!

[Emily Williams · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Starts out a little confusing but brings you around with a funny story that will leaving you smiling and laughing out loud.

[Jessica Burnett · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Such a cute story. Very likeable love interest and protagonist.