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The Christmas Swap
by Talia Samuels
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
If you're looking for a sapphic Christmas story that's just a bit surface level, this is a lovely seasonal read. It's easy to see where the plot is going, and of course everything works out. It honestly reads kind of like a Hallmark Christmas movie, and I'm okay with that becuase that's exactly what I was looking for!
I do wish some of the characters were a bit more developed, and I had a hard time telling the difference between Margot and Ellie's voices from time to time (even with them having different narrators). They did have pretty good chemistry as a main couple, though.
Also, the side plot about trying to figure out how the dog got pregnant was hilarious and I'm honestly glad I read it just for that.
I do wish some of the characters were a bit more developed, and I had a hard time telling the difference between Margot and Ellie's voices from time to time (even with them having different narrators). They did have pretty good chemistry as a main couple, though.
Also, the side plot about trying to figure out how the dog got pregnant was hilarious and I'm honestly glad I read it just for that.
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Dementia
Moderate: Death, Grief, Gaslighting
Minor: Cursing, Infidelity, Alcohol