25 Top Christmas Romance Novels: Best Holiday Love Story
Discover the best Christmas romance books! From cute rom-coms to dark, spicy, & clean love stories, find top holiday novel recommendations for adults.
Christmas romance books are the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. Whether you're looking for a cute, romantic novel or a spicy rom-com, there’s something for everyone. These books are filled with love, festive cheer, and heartwarming stories.
If you're a fan of new books with spice, you might enjoy some of the spiciest Christmas novels. These books bring both romance and a little heat. For those who prefer a clean love story, there are plenty of good recommendations too, without any dirty details.
Top Christmas novels bring together the best of both worlds: holiday magic and romantic love. Young adults and adults alike will find stories that make their hearts melt.
So, this Christmas, pick up a book and dive into a romantic holiday story called "Christmas Love," or something else that captures the magic of the season.
1. Catching Christmas
Catching Christmas by Terri Blackstock: The first Christmas story from New York Times and the USA TODAY bestselling author Terri Blackstock.
"The feel-good Christmas book of the year. Blackstock's tale of love and redemption wrapped in a holiday bow will leave you smiling. Don't miss Catching Christmas." -New York Times bestselling author Rachel Hauck
This Year, Christmas Comes Just in Time As a first-year law associate, Sydney Batson knows she will be updating her resume by New Year's if she loses her current case.
So when her grandmother gets inexplicably ill while she's in court, Sydney arranges for a cab to get her to the clinic. The last thing cab driver Finn Parrish wants is to be saddled with a wheelchair-bound old lady with dementia.
But because Miss Callie reminds him of his own mother, whom he failed miserably in her last days, he can't say no when she keeps calling him for rides.
Once a successful gourmet chef, Finn's biggest concern now is paying his rent, but half the time Callie doesn't remember to pay him. As she starts to feel better, she leads him on wild-goose chases to find a Christmas date for her granddaughter. When Finn meets Sydney, he's quite sure she's never needed help finding a date.
Does Miss Callie have an ulterior motive, or is this just a mission driven by delusions? He's willing to do whatever he can to help fulfill Callie's Christmas wish. He just never expected to be a vital part of it.
"Blackstock's Catching Christmas is not your average romance. Darling and laugh-out-loud cute, it makes the reader think about the important things in life.
I read it in one gulp and wished there was more. Highly recommended!" -Colleen Coble, USA TODAY bestselling author of the Hope Beach and Lavender Tides series "Terri Blackstock's latest offering touches tender places with its quirky characters and stirring plot.
Catching Christmas explores what happens when the paths of a disenchanted taxi driver collide with those of an overworked attorney.
Blackstock weaves a compelling, romantic tale that is sure to get you into the Christmas spirit!" -Denise Hunter, bestselling author of Honeysuckle Dreams and The Convenient Groom.
2. Season of Wonder
Season of Wonder: A Clean & Wholesome Romance by RaeAnne Thayne: It’s a long way from New York to Idaho…but could they have found a home at last? Dani Capelli has never truly belonged anywhere.
And from her earliest days as a foster child in Queens, she would have been lost if it weren’t for her love of animals. Until high school, when she fell hard for the wrong boy and found herself pregnant—and married—by graduation.
Two daughters later, Dani realized her mistake and filed for divorce, and with the help of scholarships and loans—and a lot of macaroni and cheese dinners—she enrolled in vet school. Things were finally looking up…until her ex-husband became her late husband, in the most notorious way possible.
Now Dani and her daughters need an out-of-town pass more than ever. So when the retiring Haven Point veterinarian offers her a chance to settle in the small Idaho town and take over his practice, she jumps at it.
But adjusting to the charming mountain community isn’t easy; thirteen-year-old Silver begins acting out while six-year-old Mia is growing too attached to Haven Point and everything in it, especially their next-door neighbor, Deputy Sheriff Ruben Morales.
And Dani can’t blame her. Ruben is everything she’s secretly wanted—and everything she can’t bear to risk loving…and losing.
As the holidays draw near, their shared concern for Dani’s daughters brings them closer together, giving Ruben the chance to show this big-city woman just how magical Christmas in Haven Point can be...and that the promise of a home, at last, is very real in the most wondrous season of the year.
3. Christmas Shopaholic: A Novel
Christmas Shopaholic: A Novel by Sophie Kinsella:
- The book is about Becky, who loves Christmas and has fun traditions with her family.
- This year, Becky has to host Christmas herself, which leads to many funny and interesting problems.
- Becky's family makes silly demands, like her sister wanting a vegan turkey and her daughter wanting a special picnic hamper.
- An old boyfriend and his new girlfriend show up, adding more excitement and mystery to the story.
- The big question is whether Becky can handle everything and make Christmas joyful for everyone.
4. One Day in December: A Novel
One Day in December: A Novel by Josie Silver: Two People. Ten chances. One unforgettable love story.
Laurie is pretty sure love, at first sight, doesn't exist anywhere but in the movies. But then, through a misted-up bus window one snowy December day, she sees a man who she knows instantly is the one. Their eyes meet, there's a moment of pure magic...and then her bus drives away.
Certain they're fated to find each other again, Laurie spends a year scanning every bus stop and cafe in London for him. But she doesn't find him, not when it matters anyway. Instead they "reunite" at a Christmas party, when her best friend Sarah giddily introduces her new boyfriend to Laurie. It's Jack, the man from the bus. It would be.
What follows for Laurie, Sarah, and Jack is ten years of friendship, heartbreak, missed opportunities, roads not taken, and destinies reconsidered. One Day in December is a joyous, heartwarming, and immensely moving love story to escape into and a reminder that fate takes inexplicable turns along the route to happiness.
About The Author
Josie Silver is an unashamed romantic who met her husband when she stepped on his foot on his twenty-first birthday. She lives with him, her two young children, and their cat in a little town in the Midlands.
5. The Gift
“There are two ways for people to be happy, one is what good things happen to them, and the other is bad luck for others.” "But this can only be controlled at the level of clear expression of each other, and can not be used to destroy the other's heart."
Seeing this, I can't help thinking of the protagonist Lou in the novel, who has a successful career and is completely accustomed to and enjoys working life. For his rush and fight, he gained a lot and lost a lot.
The happiness he was for just completely satisfied the above two possibilities mentioned by Lian Yue, a new promotion, what he expects is not only to bring himself more happiness but At the same time, there is the thrill of conquering strong opponents.
Once a person falls into this situation, it is difficult to rationally withdraw from the indefinite expectation of happiness, and quietly consider what they have done, and the harm to those around them, especially to themselves.
Gabe in the novel is always a mystery to me. After all, I still don’t understand what magic power is that enables him to "prophet" and how to give Lou that magical "avatar". Or maybe it's just A moving story made up by the narrator Raphael in the book, just a sweet and heart-warming tale, so absorbing.
The narrative of the novel is not completely linear but interspersed between the realistic plot and the storytelling, which is separated from time to time by the chapter of The Turkey Boy. The narrative method like Cecelia not only is not chaotic but also makes the plot and rhythm of the story smoother.
Even if the simple truth is easy to understand and repeated a hundred times, it will tire the listener, and if it is hidden in a wrapped cocoon, the reader will be able to think as the reading continues and the plot develops.
Instead of simply listening, layer by layer, to show its righteousness, this is the best "preaching and teaching karma to solve puzzles." Cecelia strives to wrap the same truth in two different but similar "cocoons", expecting to pass two different lives, or three (if you count Raphael), and four (if you count Jessica) ), to show us the most worthy and cherished gift in life.
I believe that Cecelia does not want to be a "teacher", but just like the words "Lose yourself in the magical world of Cecelia Ahern" on the title page, any fascinating story can make us feel.
Before the code word, I decided to mention the film adapted from another novel by the author, PS I Love You. I, therefore, knew the author, and contacted and wanted to contact the author's other novels. Unlike The Gift, the plot of PS can still be found or copied in the real world, but a closer taste can also reveal the similarities between the two works: the plot in the movie is also related to Ireland, and it is also related to Christmas.
Relevance is also related to family, it is also related to life and death, and when it touches death, it also offers readers a happy ending and hopes to carry on a new life.
With so much pressure in real life, why can't we become more romantic, keep a little distance from the cruel society, feel the beauty conveyed in the book with our hearts, and don't forget to stop in a hurry to cherish everything? This is the best gift I got from Cecelia's book.
"As big as the heart, the stage is as big" is true, but maybe the stage we need is not blindly infinitely big. We can try our best to jump out of the sky on the stage of our own. It is a kind of happiness.
6. Bridget Jones's Diary: A Novel
Bridget Jones's Diary: A Novel by Helen Fielding: This is a book I wanted to read a long time ago. Now holding it in his hand, halfway through reading, but no longer has the courage to continue turning it over.
It's like a fifteen-year-old British girl with half-length curly hair with freckles on her face, giggling in front of you, and can't stop. ——At first, you still think that this happy girl is so energetic that it is really refreshing, but after five minutes, you will want her to quiet down and do something else.
I have always been a loyal reader of Pride and Prejudice, loving Elizabeth and Darcy. So when I started to read "BJ Singles Diary", I vaguely felt that this author was the same as me. Sure enough, when watching a related interview later, the author Helen said that she was a loyal reader of Austin and a loyal fan of Darcy. Even the actor Colin Firth, who loves the classic version of Darcy TV in Aiwu and Wu Ai.
Although BJ and Elizabeth are different, they all have the same characteristics. They are pure and kind-hearted, real women who dare to express their own feelings. They have also been confused by the wrong men and misjudged good men, but they dare to admit their mistakes and dare to pursue true love. I think this is a very charming quality. This is also the quality that attracts bad men Daniel and Darcy.
The original book is full of self-deprecating British humor that the British are good, about BJ and her friends' various uncontrollable behaviors, and doubts about marriage and love in real society. In fact, the problem of love is the same regardless of Chinese and Western.
What Darcy touched me with within the book is the uncompromising expression of love of his characteristic British man. Not the sentence in the movie.
Because I have loved, I understand.
7. Winter's Tale
When I first read this book, I was only attracted by the author's fine word representations and stories, but I slowly tasted it. In fact, the author has incorporated many elements.
According to my summary of all best-selling books, a good novel cannot be separated from an implicit theme, and the prominent themes of the book is the good and evil of human nature, the dispute between justice and evil, and the poignant love.
You will follow the author's rhythm and feel the story of Manhattan, New York. The author said that he is not writing with a pen, but with a few pairs of sneakers, walking all over the city.
There are many hidden clues in this book. Migration is very moving. In order to seek a new countryman, yearning for the prosperity of the city, but also to be able to live more, overcome many difficulties, travel through mountains and rivers, and travel far and wide. Work hard in the city.
A woman, carrying a child who was about to die of illness on her back, was climbing a towering cliff. If she had not been careful, she would have been broken into pieces, but to save the child and let the mother die and live, she climbed the iceberg with difficulty. Reading this will almost make people burst into tears. All beings are like stars in the sky.
Everyone comes to this world to fulfill their mission, so cherish their present moment and chase their dreams.
The author uses the method of showing (showing) instead of telling (telling), the beautiful scenery description, and the tense plot laying as if you are on the scene, please follow the author’s rhythm and feel a spiritual experience Feast! This book is indeed a classic work worthy of collection.
8. Winter Street
Winter Street by Elin Hilderbrand: "Open this diverting tale of family dysfunction and you'll find a holiday package filled with humor, romance, and realism." --USA TodayKelley Quinn is the owner of Nantucket's Winter Street Inn and the proud father of four grown children: Patrick, a hedge fund manager; Kevin, a bartender; Ava, a school teacher; and Bart, who has recently shocked everyone by joining the Marines.
During Christmas, the elderly male protagonist discovered that his wife had been affair with him for many years, and was so angry that he canceled the Christmas party and sold the co-run hotel.
The ex-wife has become a well-known TV anchor. Feeling that their family is in a difficult situation, the special plane rushes back to accompany the children, and the old relationship with the male lead is rekindled. The wife came back to dinner and found that their old relationship had revived. She felt that the male protagonist still loved his ex-wife, and it was revealed that he had been using a trumpet to blacken his ex-wife and left in anger.
At the same time, the eldest son was under investigation due to insider trading. His wife and children had taken refuge but returned to reunite.
The second son walked out of a failed marriage proposed to his new girlfriend and became pregnant.
The third daughter bravely broke up with the boy who could not give her enough love and had been with her. Accompanying her warm male colleague, the youngest son has recently lost contact with the army and was finally confirmed as missing.
9. In a Holidaze
In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren: 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 collide, and 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.
10. Winter in Paradise
Winter in Paradise by Elin Hilderbrand: Irene Steele shares her idyllic life in a beautiful Iowa City Victorian house with a husband who loves her to sky-writing, and sentimental extremes.
But as she rings in the new year one cold and snowy night, everything she thought she knew falls to pieces with a shocking phone call: her beloved husband, away on business, has been killed in a plane crash.
Before Irene can even process the news, she must first confront the perplexing details of her husband's death on the distant Caribbean island of St. John.
The story is quite fascinating to keep reading. The open ending is well received. The only thing I don’t understand is why the people in the book fall in love so easily? Everyone sees one and loves the other. Especially Ayers, just after breaking up, he seemed too hungry for both of his brothers ~
In addition, I found a small bug: Hank on page 33 should be Huck. update: The more I think about it, the more I feel that the character Ayers is broken.
What a kind and beautiful girl. But because of the death of her boyfriend who cheated on her friend, she began to abandon herself. He had an affair with the two brothers and wanted Baker to be his friend.
Later, after discovering the true identities of the brothers, their IQ went offline again. Regardless of their true love confession to her, they ran to get back together with their ex-boyfriend, knowing that her boyfriend would still continue to cheat?!
I can see the black question mark too. Does she need a man by her side? Don't chase such a stupid girl. . . Silence for the two brothers.
About the author
Elin Hilderbrand is the mother of three three-sport athletes, an aspiring fashionista, a dedicated jogger, a world explorer, an enthusiastic foodie, and a grateful three-year breast cancer survivor.
She has called Nantucket Island her home since 1994. Welcome to Paradise is her twenty-second novel.
11. Fire Night: A Devil's Night Holiday Novella
- The book "Fire Night" by Penelope Douglas is a holiday-themed novella, perfect for reading during the festive season.
- It features characters from the Devil's Night series, which fans of the series will enjoy revisiting.
- The story is told from the perspectives of all four main characters, offering diverse viewpoints and a bonus epilogue.
- The novella is set in a snowy, wintry Thunder Bay and includes action and suspense, keeping the reader engaged.
- It explores the characters as parents with their children, leaving readers eager for potential future stories about the next generation.
12. Forever Wild: A Novella
- This book is part of the Simple Wild series, which is a favorite of mine.
- I loved "Forever Wild" and gave it five stars. It's the ending to Kala and Jonah's story, and it was wonderful to see how happy they are.
- The story takes place during Christmas in Alaska, with both Jonah's and Kala's families celebrating together.
- The novella has a bittersweet ending. It's the perfect finish to Kala and Jonah's journey, even though it's sad to say goodbye to them.
- Although this is the end for Kala and Jonah, the author will write more books about different characters in Alaska, which is exciting.
13. Making Merry
- "Making Merry" is a historical romance with a ghostly twist, perfect for fans of unique love stories.
- The heroine, Vanessa, gets stuck at an inn during a blizzard and meets Jonathan, a ghost.
- Jonathan, a British earl who died in battle, has chemistry with Vanessa, making the romance exciting.
- The story is quick and enjoyable, but some might wish for a bit more detail towards the end.
- It's a short, festive read with lots of winter vibes, ideal for Christmas and fans of Kerrigan Byrne.
14. A Touch of Sugar
- The novella is about the start of a romance during Christmas, making it a heartwarming read.
- The story has an exciting plot where the main characters get stuck in a cabin during a snowstorm.
- The characters are fun, with good chemistry, making them enjoyable to follow.
- It's a short novella, perfect for a quick and entertaining read.
- The heroine is dealing with her late boyfriend's passing, adding an emotional depth to the story.
15. The Office Party
The Office Party (Holiday Homecoming Book 1) by Whitney G.
- "The Office Party" by Whitney G. is a fun holiday romance with a boss-employee love story.
- The main characters, Garrett and Savannah, have a lot of tension and often push each other's buttons.
- The story starts to heat up when Savannah accidentally gives Garrett a funny gift.
- The book is short and entertaining, especially if you like characters who tease each other a lot.
- It's a quick read and perfect if you enjoy steamy Christmas romances.
16. Ho! Ho! Ho!: A Christmas Short
- The story has a unique setup with a newly divorced woman meeting a bartender who encourages her to have fun with her single life.
- The main characters, Mila and JB, have great chemistry and their interactions are exciting.
- Unlike typical stories, JB is supportive of Mila enjoying her single life with other men before they get together.
- The romance in the book is very passionate and thrilling, making it a captivating read.
- The writing style is engaging and enjoyable, making the story even more interesting.
17. A Warm Heart in Winter
- The book features characters from the Black Dagger Brotherhood series, including Blay and Quinn, who fans already know and love.
- The story deals with deep emotions like grief and loss, focusing on how Quinn copes with his brother's death and how Blay supports him.
- The book has a cozy winter vibe with the brotherhood and their families stuck in a mansion during a snowstorm, making it a perfect seasonal read.
- Fans will enjoy seeing more of Zsadist and Lassiter, adding extra excitement and familiar faces to the story.
- Although the plot doesn’t significantly impact the overall series, it’s a nice addition for dedicated fans who want to revisit the Black Dagger Brotherhood world.
18. A Christmas Memory: One Christmas, and The Thanksgiving Visitor
- This book has three short stories by Truman Capote, including two Christmas stories and one Thanksgiving story.
- The Christmas stories are called "A Christmas Memory" and "One Christmas." They are perfect to read during the holiday season.
- "A Christmas Memory" is a heartwarming tale about friendship and helping others during Christmas. It's about a lonely boy and his older cousin who find joy together.
- The boy and his cousin are neglected by their family but create their own Christmas traditions, like making and giving fruitcakes to friends.
- This story is touching and memorable. Many people read it every Christmas, and it often brings tears of happiness.
19. The Party Crasher: A Novel
The Party Crasher: A Novel by Sophie Kinsella
- The book is a holiday romance, with the story starting in December and centered around Christmas celebrations.
- The main character is dealing with her parents' divorce and the sale of their family home, which adds emotional depth.
- The heroine is facing major life changes, including job loss and adjusting to her father's new relationship.
- She needs to sneak into a party at her old house to retrieve a family heirloom, adding an element of excitement.
- The author, Sophie Kinsella, often writes about characters dealing with life's ups and downs, making it interesting to see her new twists on this theme.
20. Always, in December: A Novel
Always, in December: A Novel by Emily Stone
- The story is about a girl who lost her parents and doesn't enjoy Christmas because she feels alone.
- Every year, she writes a letter to her parents in London, even though they are gone.
- She meets a charming guy unexpectedly, and they have a brief romance, but he suddenly disappears.
- They keep running into each other in different cities like New York, Edinburgh, and the English countryside, adding mystery to their story.
- The book is a cozy romance that will appeal to fans of 'One Day in December' by Josie Silver.
21. The Tourist Attraction: A Sweet Vacation Romantic Comedy
The Tourist Attraction: A Sweet Vacation Romantic Comedy by Sarah Morgenthaler
- "The Tourist Attraction" by Sarah Morgenthaler is a fun book about a girl named Zoe who saves up to visit her friend at a fancy resort in Alaska called Moose Springs.
- Zoe meets a grumpy guy named Graham, who owns a diner. He doesn't like tourists, but Zoe is one. They start a relationship, which makes things tricky.
- At first, the book might seem boring, but after a while, it gets really exciting. The author does a great job of making you laugh.
- It's a long book, over 400 pages, but once you get into it, you won't want to stop reading.
- The characters are awesome, especially Zoe and Graham. If you like funny romances with cool characters, you'll love this book!
22. Mistletoe and Mr. Right
Mistletoe and Mr. Right (Moose Springs, Alaska, 2) by Sarah Morgenthaler
- This book takes place in Moose Springs, Alaska, just like the last one, which was really cool.
- It's written by the same author, Sarah Morgenthaler, and it's part of a series, so if you liked the previous book, you might like this one too.
- It's a romantic story that happens during Christmas time, and it's funny and enjoyable, even though the romance wasn't as exciting for the person who wrote this.
- The main characters are Rick, who owns a bar, and Lana, who is outgoing. They start a romance together, which is cute.
- While Lana and Rick are falling in love, there's also a funny story about a moose causing trouble with Christmas lights, adding more fun to the book.
23. The Twelve Dates of Christmas
- "The Twelve Dates of Christmas" is about a girl named Katie who loves her job and her small town.
- Katie's life is great, but she hasn't found a boyfriend yet.
- Her friend Lauren signs her up for "the 12 dates of Christmas," where she goes on 12 different winter-themed dates with different guys.
- The book is more than just a romantic comedy; it talks about the challenges of dating and doesn't make it seem perfect.
- If you're into deeper winter romances instead of just funny love stories, this book might be a good choice for you.
24. Mistletoe Christmas: An Anthology
- "Mistletoe Christmas: An Anthology" features short stories written by different authors like Eliza James, Christy Caldwell, Janna McGregor, and Erica Riley.
- These stories are set in historic romance regency times, where dukes and love are central themes.
- If you enjoy historical romances, this book offers a variety of tales to dive into.
- Even if you haven't read from all these authors before, it's a chance to explore new writing styles and storytelling.
- Since the reader likes historical romances, this book will likely be enjoyable and get them feeling festive with its stories about falling in love during Christmas time.
25. No Ordinary Christmas
- "No Ordinary Christmas" is a new book by Belle Calhoun.
- It's like watching a Hallmark Christmas movie, full of romance and holiday cheer.
- The story is about a famous movie star who returns to his small hometown to help its economy by shooting a film.
- The main characters are childhood friends who reconnect, making it a second-chance romance.
- With its cozy small-town setting and charming characters, this book promises to be a heartwarming holiday read.
P.S. Check out some new romance reads for this year. Want to make Christmas and holidays even better?
- Best Sellers in Holiday Romance - Amazon.com
- Kindle Unlimited Holiday Romance - Amazon.com
- Best Sellers in Christmas - Amazon.com
- Holiday Romance - Amazon.com
- New Releases in Holiday Romance - Amazon.com
- New Releases in Holiday Fiction - Amazon.com
- My Christmas Romance: When Love is the Greatest Gift of All.
- Hot for the Holidays: A Steamy Christmas Romance
