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Book Review: Just in Time for Christmas by Kim Boykin


Miranda Hamilton loves Christmas. It is her favorite time of the year and she is determined to make everything just right. Her bed and breakfast is decorated with lots of holiday cheer, and this year she is the chair of Magnolia Bay's tree lighting and cotillion. She's in her element. Until Logan Mauldin steps in with a donation that lands him a role as co-chair.

Just in Time for Christmas by Kim Boykin is a quick, sweet holiday romance novel that will help get you in the mood for Christmas. Miranda and Logan have a history that dates back to their childhood, and Miranda is determined not to fall for him now. But Logan has recently realized his attraction and is just as determined to win her heart.

I really enjoyed the relationship between Miranda and Logan. They had a clear spark that was based on a fun history and this made them more endearing. It's a simple, pretty predictable story, but it's good. If you're looking for a short, fun romance novel that will get you into the holiday spirit, check out Just in Time for Christmas.

My Rating: 3/5

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Read my review of Palmetto Moon by Kim Boykin

This review was written based on a copy of Just in Time for Christmas that I received from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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  1. Tanya @ Moms Small VictoriesDecember 5, 2014 at 1:57 PM

    Thanks for sharing. I enjoy novels that get me in the Christmas spirit.

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    1. JulieDecember 5, 2014 at 2:15 PM

      I do too! And quick, easy reads are the best ones at this time of year!

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  2. Andrea BatesDecember 5, 2014 at 7:34 PM

    Seems like a simple read. I think most holiday themed novels are mostly easy to fly through!

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    1. JulieDecember 8, 2014 at 12:21 PM

      Yes. And this was a good one for that genre.

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