I liked the premise of this book but found Summer, the main character fairly unlikeable and childish. Her attitude towards others didn’t make her any friends and even towards the end of the story she makes some mean choices. The tension between Summer and her mother provides a more complex element to the story but this relationship is very strained. It all felt very complex for a light hearted romance story in my opinion.

Summer loves the sun, beach and running her own travel agency but hates Christmas.
When gorgeous Noel moves into the shop next door to hers to run a pop-up Christmas shop it’s the ultimate nightmare for Summer.
Why does Summer hate Christmas so much and can her & Noel be civil to each other?

What a wonderful book!!! I picked it up because it's said "Christmas" on the cover and I love Christmas books but if you are not into Christmas books don't worry, you will still love it as it's not so much about Christmas. Of course there are some Christmas elements here and there but this book not about Christmas. I really enjoyed reading it from first to last page! This book is sometimes serious and a bit sad, and sometimes it's hilarious and funny. A very good balance! And of course there is a romance going on which I loved! I really recommend this book to anyone who love a good enemies to lovers romantic story wether you like Christmas books or not! It's for both!!! 4 stars out of 5 for this book for me!!!

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a fun book. I enjoyed it a lot.

This was mixed for me. I liked some of the family stories and lessons in the book but the romance was the weakest for me

I would like to thank netgalley and Boldwood Books for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

The dialogue felt wooden and there were pov chapters from random unknown characters.

I'm a fan of this book and I know my patrons will be too. I thought it was an easy read and I can definitely see this being popular around Christmas time.

"Summer Hates Christmas" by Rachel Dove is a delightful and heart-warming holiday romance. The story's premise of a Christmas-hating protagonist and a charming man who loves the holiday creates a perfect opposites-attract dynamic. Dove skilfully explores Summer's reasons for her Christmas aversion, adding depth to the narrative. The novel is a heartening journey of self-discovery and the magic of the holiday season, making it an ideal read for those seeking a feel-good Christmas romance.

I enjoyed this book and it was a fast, easy read. Perfect to read on my phone when I found a few minutes. However, it was a much heavier storyline than expected based on description and cover on NetGalley. (The new cover is much better for this story.) I didn’t care for the main character for the first 100 pages (she got better) and included issues of abuse and violence that I didn’t anticipate in a rom-com. The supporting characters were fun, I enjoyed the best friend, Jean. Overall, a 3.5.

Thank you to the publisher for an advanced copy.

I love a good romance, and this one was wonderful! It had witty banter, and lovable characters. I was rooting for them the whole way through!

At first, I picked up this novel with some reservations, as it seemed to have a strong Christmas theme, and I'm not particularly enthusiastic about the holiday season. However, the story exceeded my expectations in many ways. While it does have elements of Christmas woven throughout, it goes far beyond that, delving into various themes and intricate character dynamics.

The strength of this novel lies in its ability to explore a multitude of factors and considerations, creating a rich tapestry of storytelling. It's not just about Christmas; it's about human relationships, personal growth, and the complexities of life itself. The characters are well-developed, and their journeys are both relatable and thought-provoking.

One aspect that stands out is the author's skill in navigating the various elements of the plot. Despite my initial reservations, I found myself fully engaged in the story, eagerly turning the pages to see how it would all unfold. The pacing is just right, with moments of tension, reflection, and heartwarming scenes that keep you invested from start to finish.

In the end, while I may not be a Christmas enthusiast, this novel managed to captivate me with its depth and intricacy. It's a testament to the author's storytelling prowess and their ability to make you care about the characters and their journeys, regardless of your personal preferences. I highly recommend giving this novel a chance, as it has much more to offer than what may initially meet the eye.

𝘚𝘶𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳 𝘏𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘊𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘮𝘢𝘴 follows Summer being a grinch towards Noel's All Things Christmas shop. As the two try to reconcile their differences they may just fall in love with the Holidays and each other.

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I found Summer to be very annoying and didn't feel like there was much basis as to why she hated the holidays.

But Noel was a very patient man and the way he stood up for her infront of her mum was just swoon.

Aside from all that, I hated the multiple POVs. I think only Summer and Noel's were enough to perfectly execute the story.

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3.43 / 5✩

𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘉𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘸𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘨𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘱𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬, 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘐 𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸𝘦𝘥. 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘰𝘸𝘯.

I’m sorry to say but I don’t think I’ve disliked a main character more than I do Summer in the first 100 pages or so! But God bless Noel for fighting his way through Summer’s extremely tough walls and getting to bring out the softer side to her. I think I would’ve like a 100 more pages to bulk out the story a bit - some bits were too fast paced and I would’ve loved to see more of the love stories developing. But that ending…Hallelujah!

Noel and Summer, Summer hates Christmas, what can be done. Read this good book to find out. 4 stars.

Thanks to Netgalley and publisher for this ARC

I want to thank Rachel Dove, Boldwood Books, and NetGalley for this ARC. This is my honest opinion.

This book is not your typical Christmas romance.

Summer, the main character, really hates the Christmas season and will have a hard time accepting the arrival of a new store neighbor whose owner is a big Christmas fan and whose name is Noêl (of course!)
It takes a while for the romance to take off, as Summer protects herself from everything and isn't ready to open up at Christmas.
This book touches on deep subjects: depression, family, and physical aggression.

I liked the relationship between Summer and Noël, especially Noël's character and commitment to Summer, his patience, and his presence. The dual point of view is a big plus in this book, even if I would have liked the changes of point of view to take place in different chapters and not in the same one.

Summer meets Noah when he opens a pop-up Christmas shop next door to her travel agents. She has her reasons for hating Christmas, which emerges as the book progresses. Can Noah change her mind and help her change her life too?

The premise of Summer Hates Christmas was so appealing to me. Unfortunately, there was instalove way too quickly for me to continue. I DNF’d about 30% in. I also was not a fan of the extra character point of views.

Thank you to #NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the early copy. All the opinions above are my own.

I really enjoyed this story. I went into it thinking it was just a cute cheesy romance, but it ended up being a lot more. The complicated family aspect really had me turning the pages to know more.

BLOG TOUR REVIEW


Review for 'Summer Hates Christmas' by Rachel Dove.


Read and reviewed via NetGalley for Rachel Dove, Book And Tonic, Boldwood Books and Rachel's Random resources Tours.


Publication date 19th August 2023.



This is the first book I have read by this author but it most definitely won't be my last!!


This novel consists of 17 chapters. The chapters are short to medium in length so easy to read 'just one more chapter' before bed...OK, I know yeah right, but still just in case!



This book is beautifully written with vivid descriptions setting the picture perfectly in the readers mind. The title, description and cover works perfectly with the storyline.



If you are looking for a stunning romcom then this is the book for you!! Rachel's evocative writing skills sucks the reader deep into the pages bringing the absolutely beautiful Bridlington to life along with all the amazing characters. I have never visited Yorkshire let alone Bridlington in my life but it felt like I was on holiday there throughout this gorgeous read and when I closed the pages it definitely makes me want to pack my bags and visit it for myself!!!! I absolutely loved the plot of two people who have the complete opposite personalities working in shops next to each other, selling contradicting things and clashing big time, and boy did they clash!!!! Along with the stunning storyline of enemies to lovers there is also the deeper storyline of Summer's relationship with her mum Angie who is seriously suffering mentally and also physically after something happened with her husband, Summers father. Summer wants to jet off on holidays but feels she can't leave her mum alone even with the help of her 'adopted mum' Jean. This book had so many emotions packed in it was like being on a rollercoaster and as well as going from laughing to annoyed to heartbroken to bliss there's stories of waffle stealing seagulls, Santa bashing, holiday making, one legged seagulls, dancing elf's and so, so much more!!! This is one of those rare books that are perfect to read regardless of where you are or what season it is as it has a bit of everything from Summer Loving to Forever Festive!! While reading this book you will be swept away and left feeling the fresh air, hearing the seagulls and seeing and hearing the festivities come alive. It is a stunning escapism read and it genuinely felt like I was dropped into the middle of this beautiful place that I absolutely loved exploring. I was absolutely devastated when I came to the end and had to pack my mental suitcase to return to rainy Wales. It is ram packed with emotions from tears of sadness to tears of happiness, friendship, love, community, new beginnings, breaking free, supporting friends, mental health, festivities, family and everything you could ask for in a beautiful page turner!!! This is one of those gorgeous books that I just could not book down. I lost count the amount of times I promised myself just one more chapter but with just 17 I thought there was no point in just one more and ended up devouring it in one sitting!! This book is an absolutely stunning read that is perfect to lift your spirits!! I felt like I was next to Summer and Noah throughout the book from their first meeting to the absolutely beautiful ending!!!

Grab your copy of this stunning page turner today and clear your schedules as there's no way you will be able to put this down once you start!!!


I absolutely loved these strong, larger than life and realistic characters!!! I was gutted when I came to the last sentence and had to say goodbye to them so my fingers and toes are crossed that Rachel is, at the least, thinking of making another book to follow on what happens with Noah and Summer. I absolutely loved these two characters along with the majority of the others who all played their parts perfectly. There wasn't any characters who were just 'floaters' who are there but have no involvement with the story at all. I definitely took a while to warm to Summer, especially after the way she was towards Noah but warm to her I did!!! In fact by the end of the story I absolutely loved her!!! I'm not going to say too much about the characters as I don't want to spoil it for future readers but I will say my heart absolutely went out to her and I could see why she was the way she was at the beginning by the end. I absolutely loved Noah from the start!!! What a sweet, romantic and gorgeous character!! I had to admit I had no idea who Poldark was and ended up googling him but strangely enough who I had pictured before I googled him wasn't that far off so it just goes to show how fantastic and evocative Rachel's writing skills are as she created the characters perfectly using her fantastic writing skills and they all came to life in front of my eyes!!! I started off feeling sorry for Angie but my feelings for her definitely fluctuated through the storyline, the same with another character who I won't name. I adored Noah's mum Sheila, Summer's second mum Jean and Avril who were also amazing characters. That's all I am saying about these fantastic group of characters apart from they will stay with me for a long time and you will regret it if you don't meet them so grab your copy today!!!!


I absolutely loved this amazing and gorgeous uplifting page turner!!! A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS TO RACHEL on this stunning read!!! I cannot wait to read more of your books as if this is anything to go by I just know I will love them already. I'd like to welcome you to my favourite authors club and here is to your next success 🥂!!!

Make sure you read to the very end of the book to read the first chapter of Rachel's 'Mr Right Next Door' which promises to be just as gorgeous as this book and is one I'm definitely looking forward to reading myself!!

Overall an absolutely gorgeous, laugh out loud page turning romcom!!! Absolutely LOVED ❣️ IT!!!



218 pages.



This book is just £1.99 to purchase on kindle, free with kindle unlimited and £12.99 in paperback (at time of review) via Amazon which I think is an absolute bargain for this book!!!



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