All I Want for Christmas

by Maggie Knox

When Sadie and Max are selected as contestants on the famed reality singing show STARMAKER's special festive season, Sadie thinks she's finally gotten her big break - and Max sees a chance to step out of his megastar father's shadow. But then they're paired up for duet week and stun the world with their onstage chemistry... With fans going wild for #Saxie, the judges demand they remain a duo - on and offstage - or exit the competition. Faking a relationship shouldn't be too hard, except for one small problem: Sadie and Max can't stand each other. But with their dreams just within reach, they agree to the ruse. Will their relationship lie be exposed before they can win? Or might their fake connection turn real by the Christmas finale?

A cosy festive romance that is sweet, familiar and satisfying

★★★☆☆ ✓ Spoiler free 07 Dec 2025 by @messyreader

All I Want for Christmas is a warm, festive read that delivered exactly what I wanted from a cosy holiday romance. I especially enjoyed the Nashville setting; those musical references and the industry details added a fun, atmospheric touch that made the story feel lively and grounded. Max and Sadie were easy to root for from the start. Their connection had charm, and even though the plot followed a very comfortable predictable path, that was part of its appeal. Sometimes a Christmas romance is meant to be exactly that: sweet, familiar and satisfying. Overall, it's an enjoyable, feel-good read perfect for the festive season... nothing groundbreaking, but definitely a good time. ? ? ? ?

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