Julie Parker’s kids are her greatest gift. Still, she’s not exactly heartbroken when they ask to skip a big Christmas. Her son, Nick, is taking a belated honeymoon with his bride, Blair, while her daughter, Dana, will purge every reminder of the guy who dumped her. Again. Julie feels practically giddy for one-on-one holiday time with Heath, the (much) younger man she’s secretly dating.
But her plans go from cozy to chaotic when Nick and Dana plead for Christmas at the family cabin in memory of their late father, Julie’s ex. She can’t refuse, even though she dreads their reactions to her new man when they realize she’s been hiding him for months.
As the guest list grows in surprising ways, from Blair’s estranged mom to Heath’s precocious children, Julie’s secret is one of many to be unwrapped. Over this delightfully complicated and very funny Christmas, she’ll discover that more really is merrier, and that a big, happy family can become bigger and happier, if they let go of old hurts and open their hearts to love.
My Thoughts:
So many delightful scenes play out in One Big Happy Family, as friends and family members gather at a beautiful cabin for Christmas.
Julie is the primary character for me, and I enjoy how she relates to friends and family. Her son, Nick, and daughter Dana have issues they struggle with, so I enjoyed following their journeys.
I also liked seeing how Julie relates to her new boyfriend/lover who is younger than she, but their relationship seems great.
Nick’s wife Blair is struggling with issues with her mother, who somehow ends up as one of the guests in the cabin. How will they manage during this celebratory time in their lives?
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and hope to read more from this author. 5 stars.
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About the author
A “Happy “ Christmas read
Susan Mallory’s book’” One Big Happy Family” is a light, fun, festive holiday read. Around 309 pages it has a recipe in the back for shortbread cookies, and a readers discussion guide. Family an extended family go to a cabin, Really a huge mansion for Christmas. Some of the family Members have issues that they are dealing with. The issues get worked out while they are all together for The Christmas holiday. If you like, feel good books then this book is for you. Thank you, Susan Mallory for the hours of enjoyment!
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- angelsparkleReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 5, 2024
Agreat read as usual
