Marissa Stapley

Flying to Toronto has never been this much fun. Actually, it was no fun at all when bad weather and turbulence detoured the plane. Seat mates Maryam and Anna find themselves connecting in a way that was almost surprising. Anna is supposed to meet her boyfriend’s family, and Maryam is organizing her sister’s wedding. Only now, they are in a small, picturesque and very snowy town. And everyone’s plans are in disarray. It’s a lighted and at times, funny, look at what happens when circumstances demand that your careful plans are no more. Maybe something even better is in store for you. This lovely story will warm your heart even on the snowiest of days.… (mehr)

This was a cute seasonal “romance” that, much like the stranded travelers in the story, seemed to take forever to get anywhere. Granted, there was a lot going on.

I enjoyed the descriptions of the convergent celebrations and their traditions, though little was said about Christmas. And I appreciated seeing Anna and Maryam’s characters learn to stand up for themselves and take chances. I started this book thinking it was about Anna’s romance with Josh, but it was more a story about family and friends. Mr. Dadu was a hoot and my favorite character in the book.

The storyline became more interesting in the second half of the book, leading to a satisfying ending.

Thank you to NetGalley and PENGUIN GROUP Putnam, G.P. Putnam's Sons for this complimentary ARC. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.… (mehr)