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Christmas Falls #8
Ready, Set, Glow!
There is nothing more annoying than Christmas... I see the irony of being the owner of a Christmas tree farm and hating the very holiday that keeps my family business alive, but Christmas Falls takes this season way too seriously with their festive business names to the sheer merriment that envelops the entire town. I'm no grinch, but I can relate to one being surrounded by all this jubilance. It doesn't help when a new part-timer joins the tree farm and is the very embodiment of joy, starting from his name—Felix Joy. He's ten years younger than me, and I feel the age difference every second I interact with him. His enthusiasm exhausts me, yet I can't stay away, even if it means I have to deal with the ridiculous nickname he forces onto me. He's melting the fatigue of Christmas, but I'll never admit it. I'm ready for all the blinding lights to come down, for him to leave, and to finally get some peace and quiet. Christmas Falls is a multi-author M/M romance series set in a small town that thrives on enough holiday charm to rival any Hallmark movie.
198 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 12, 2023
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Rye Cox
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Rye is an M/M Romance author who is a romantic at heart. She believes that love conquers all, and that's why her stories are guaranteed to always have an HEA. When she's not writing, she escapes to the world of books or daydreams about becoming a future cat lady.
Rye is an M/M Romance author who is a romantic at heart. She believes that love conquers all, and that's why her stories are guaranteed to always have an HEA. When she's not writing, she escapes to the world of books or daydreams about becoming a future cat lady.
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December 6, 2023
3.5 stars
- boss x employee
- size difference
- opposites attract
Ready, Set, Glow is yet another wonderful addition to the Christmas Falls series and follows Bruce, the owner of the local Christmas tree farm, and Felix, his newest seasonal worker.
Bruce is bit grinchy, but mostly because he's an introvert forced to be an extrovert given his position as owner of the farm, and is very particular about how things should be. In steps Felix, his newest seasonal employee, who is fun and sweet and just what Bruce needs. Felix helps Bruce step out of his comfort zone in more ways than one, and their story is super sweet with a little dose of steam!
- boss x employee
- size difference
- opposites attract
Ready, Set, Glow is yet another wonderful addition to the Christmas Falls series and follows Bruce, the owner of the local Christmas tree farm, and Felix, his newest seasonal worker.
Bruce is bit grinchy, but mostly because he's an introvert forced to be an extrovert given his position as owner of the farm, and is very particular about how things should be. In steps Felix, his newest seasonal employee, who is fun and sweet and just what Bruce needs. Felix helps Bruce step out of his comfort zone in more ways than one, and their story is super sweet with a little dose of steam!
December 14, 2023
This was such a sweet story that I enjoyed so much! Grumpy/sunshine is one of my favourite tropes and Rye Cox did a great job with this book.
Bruce worked at his family's tree farm and he hated Christmas, which is funny as he lives in Christmas Falls, a town known for making a huge deal of the holidays. Felix had left his hometown to start a new life on his own away from the town where his parents made sure he was known as the miracle baby. He was born when his parents had lost hope of having a baby and that sort of shaped his life. Felix starts working at the tree farm and feels instantly attracted to Bruce, who tries to his own attraction without success.
I absolutely loved these two, they were very different but complemented each other so well. Bruce hated Felix's Christmas love but couldn't stay away. I had so much fun when he started feeling possessive over his worker while being reluctant to admit he felt something for Felix.
I enjoyed this book so much, it was a short story full of love and swoony moments between the MCs. Bruce and Felix made the perfect couple, despite their age gap they were each other's half soul. Bruce was understanding and accepting of all Felix's quirks, including Patchy and that was very touching. Felix gave Bruce what the older man needed: happiness and a purpose in life outside his work.
Overall, this was a wonderful novel where I got to see the characters from other books in the series, which was great. It left me with a warm heart and a big smile on my face. It was a beautiful, sweet and romantic love story, with all the Christmass fuss that a town like that gets. This is a perfect read for this season, and I truly recommend it.
Bruce worked at his family's tree farm and he hated Christmas, which is funny as he lives in Christmas Falls, a town known for making a huge deal of the holidays. Felix had left his hometown to start a new life on his own away from the town where his parents made sure he was known as the miracle baby. He was born when his parents had lost hope of having a baby and that sort of shaped his life. Felix starts working at the tree farm and feels instantly attracted to Bruce, who tries to his own attraction without success.
I absolutely loved these two, they were very different but complemented each other so well. Bruce hated Felix's Christmas love but couldn't stay away. I had so much fun when he started feeling possessive over his worker while being reluctant to admit he felt something for Felix.
I enjoyed this book so much, it was a short story full of love and swoony moments between the MCs. Bruce and Felix made the perfect couple, despite their age gap they were each other's half soul. Bruce was understanding and accepting of all Felix's quirks, including Patchy and that was very touching. Felix gave Bruce what the older man needed: happiness and a purpose in life outside his work.
Overall, this was a wonderful novel where I got to see the characters from other books in the series, which was great. It left me with a warm heart and a big smile on my face. It was a beautiful, sweet and romantic love story, with all the Christmass fuss that a town like that gets. This is a perfect read for this season, and I truly recommend it.
December 23, 2023
Nothing remarkable or memorable.
January 15, 2024
A feel-good MM small town, holidays romance with cute grump / sunshine & a 10yr age gap. This was an adorable story which I devoured within 4hrs! I loved Bruce & Felix, all the side characters are good too. I'm a lil late getting to my #ARC but happy to have finally read it 😍. I liked to see Jem-Murphy cameo as I've read Silent Knight!
Bruce is a workaholic at his family's tree farm. He's a grump as he doesn't like noisy, but his silent kindness & papa bear-ness is endearing. I liked his fam!
Felix moved to Christmas falls for a new start & maybe a HEA with a bf, got seasonal work at B's farm. Felix's peppy, bright, angelic, romantic, & teaches B tiktok words 😂.
B wasn't looking for more due to his exs, but what started with Fel as a hook-up led to so much more. I'm happy how F didn't give up on B! Glad they put each other's insecurities to rest. The book really is overall so sweet, hence I easily read it quickly. Their relationship grows fast-paced & lovely, I wanted to see some extra scenes we're told...BUT we get so many ADORABLE scenes that I'm not mad! The teddy bits 😍. Sweet epilogue! RTC.
Story Ratings:
POV: 1st person, Dual POV
1) Overall Enjoyment�> 5/5
2) The Characters: 5/5
3) Top feels: 🤭😁😏🥰🤣😅😍🥰😳😶🥺😇🌲❄️
4) Steamy scenes: 2.75/5
5) Levels: Cute+Swoon: 4.5/5
Angst: 2.25/5
Dark: 0.5/5
6) Creativity + world: 4.5/5
7) Plot arc: (Cute Christmas grumpy/sunshine love) 4/5
8) Writing style + pace: 4.6/5
Bruce is a workaholic at his family's tree farm. He's a grump as he doesn't like noisy, but his silent kindness & papa bear-ness is endearing. I liked his fam!
Felix moved to Christmas falls for a new start & maybe a HEA with a bf, got seasonal work at B's farm. Felix's peppy, bright, angelic, romantic, & teaches B tiktok words 😂.
B wasn't looking for more due to his exs, but what started with Fel as a hook-up led to so much more. I'm happy how F didn't give up on B! Glad they put each other's insecurities to rest. The book really is overall so sweet, hence I easily read it quickly. Their relationship grows fast-paced & lovely, I wanted to see some extra scenes we're told...BUT we get so many ADORABLE scenes that I'm not mad! The teddy bits 😍. Sweet epilogue! RTC.
Story Ratings:
POV: 1st person, Dual POV
1) Overall Enjoyment�> 5/5
2) The Characters: 5/5
3) Top feels: 🤭😁😏🥰🤣😅😍🥰😳😶🥺😇🌲❄️
4) Steamy scenes: 2.75/5
5) Levels: Cute+Swoon: 4.5/5
Angst: 2.25/5
Dark: 0.5/5
6) Creativity + world: 4.5/5
7) Plot arc: (Cute Christmas grumpy/sunshine love) 4/5
8) Writing style + pace: 4.6/5
December 15, 2023
3.5 stars - This Christmas Falls world is just what I needed this holiday season! Bruce and Felix’s story was sweet and easy to read.
Bruce Brooks owns the tree farm in Christmas Falls but he’s a bit of a grump when it comes to the holidays. He doesn’t like change, loves to be in control, buries himself in work and doesn’t really understand the magic of the holiday season. But when an angel finds his way onto the farm, everything starts to change for him.
Felix Joy is sweet, funny and looking for a fresh start in Christmas Falls, away from the angel baby persona he has in his hometown. He loves the holidays and has a degree in horticulture, so finding seasonal work at Bruce’s tree farm feels like the perfect fit. But he doesn’t expect to find himself wrapped up in his boss and doing whatever he can to rile him up in little ways along the way.
These two are opposites in so many ways, but they fit together so well. Felix makes Bruce take down his carefully built walls and open up to the possibility of more than just casual relationships. Bruce sees Felix as a man who can make his own decisions, something he desperately needed. Their relationship was sweet but felt a little rushed - I would have loved to see them doing more around Christmas Falls and interacting with more of the other characters we met along the way. They were really cute together, but I wanted more!
Sad this series is almost over, but I’m excited for one more Christmas Falls story!
Bruce Brooks owns the tree farm in Christmas Falls but he’s a bit of a grump when it comes to the holidays. He doesn’t like change, loves to be in control, buries himself in work and doesn’t really understand the magic of the holiday season. But when an angel finds his way onto the farm, everything starts to change for him.
Felix Joy is sweet, funny and looking for a fresh start in Christmas Falls, away from the angel baby persona he has in his hometown. He loves the holidays and has a degree in horticulture, so finding seasonal work at Bruce’s tree farm feels like the perfect fit. But he doesn’t expect to find himself wrapped up in his boss and doing whatever he can to rile him up in little ways along the way.
These two are opposites in so many ways, but they fit together so well. Felix makes Bruce take down his carefully built walls and open up to the possibility of more than just casual relationships. Bruce sees Felix as a man who can make his own decisions, something he desperately needed. Their relationship was sweet but felt a little rushed - I would have loved to see them doing more around Christmas Falls and interacting with more of the other characters we met along the way. They were really cute together, but I wanted more!
Sad this series is almost over, but I’m excited for one more Christmas Falls story!
December 24, 2023
You have to love an opposites attract romance
A new author to ne and I have to say, this book was ab absolute delight.
I do love me a grumpy one falls for a sunshine-y one and this opposites attract romance was just that.
The Christmas Falls setting has been a wonderful place to while away a few hours and each individual story has brought its own charm to it
This one is set on the tree farm owned by Bruce and his family and when the appropriately named Felix Joy turns up as a seasonal worker, that's exactly what he brings along.
Bruce's life's centred around his family and the farm, he wouldn't say it was dull, but he's also aware he's got a bit of a reputation for being a grump.
So, he's completely unprepared for the feelings Felix invokes after their paths collide and the younger man literally helps him back onto his feet.
This was such a lovely, no angst, sweet and steamy read, the family are wonderful and the relationship itself gently develops between them as tgey actually have conversations about what's going on.
I'm interested to read more from Rye.
A new author to ne and I have to say, this book was ab absolute delight.
I do love me a grumpy one falls for a sunshine-y one and this opposites attract romance was just that.
The Christmas Falls setting has been a wonderful place to while away a few hours and each individual story has brought its own charm to it
This one is set on the tree farm owned by Bruce and his family and when the appropriately named Felix Joy turns up as a seasonal worker, that's exactly what he brings along.
Bruce's life's centred around his family and the farm, he wouldn't say it was dull, but he's also aware he's got a bit of a reputation for being a grump.
So, he's completely unprepared for the feelings Felix invokes after their paths collide and the younger man literally helps him back onto his feet.
This was such a lovely, no angst, sweet and steamy read, the family are wonderful and the relationship itself gently develops between them as tgey actually have conversations about what's going on.
I'm interested to read more from Rye.
December 2, 2023
This story was another beautiful addition to this Christmas Falls series and I loved it so much. I have been looking forward to reading Bruce & Felix's story since I first met them in the first book and I enjoyed their book so much.
Bruce is the grumpy bear who owns a Christmas tree farm and even though he comes out as grumpy he is very kind. Felix has just moved to town from his small winter town because he was always been treated as some fragile baby even though he is an adult now.
Bruce & Felix's relationship was amazing and so swoony at times, I enjoyed their chemistry a lot. Even though Bruce had been hurt in his past relationships, he felt very different with Felix and I loved how he at least tried to give it a try with him.
Bruce was such a sweetheart, I loved how much he cared for Felix and understood him and also accepted Patchy, that was so cute. Felix was a total sunshine and I liked how he was accepted in Bruce's family, that was a sweet moment.
Overall, I enjoyed this book very much and recommend you to check it out, also the whole series is so amazing, so I recommend you check out all the other books as well.
* I received an ARC copy from Neon Rainbow Reviews and this is my honest review *
Bruce is the grumpy bear who owns a Christmas tree farm and even though he comes out as grumpy he is very kind. Felix has just moved to town from his small winter town because he was always been treated as some fragile baby even though he is an adult now.
Bruce & Felix's relationship was amazing and so swoony at times, I enjoyed their chemistry a lot. Even though Bruce had been hurt in his past relationships, he felt very different with Felix and I loved how he at least tried to give it a try with him.
Bruce was such a sweetheart, I loved how much he cared for Felix and understood him and also accepted Patchy, that was so cute. Felix was a total sunshine and I liked how he was accepted in Bruce's family, that was a sweet moment.
Overall, I enjoyed this book very much and recommend you to check it out, also the whole series is so amazing, so I recommend you check out all the other books as well.
* I received an ARC copy from Neon Rainbow Reviews and this is my honest review *
December 3, 2023
This was another incredible Christmas Falls story. I'm truly amazed at how seamlessly each author flows between each of their books. Sometimes, it feels the entire series was written by 1 person; it's that cohesive. Rye's story about a grumpy bear and a beautiful angel was perfect. I couldn't put my Kindle down. I love Bruce's family as well as seeing bits & pieces from other stories in the series as well. I'm hoping Rye will eventually expand on some of the side characters and give Kaysen and Levi their own stories as well. This book is a definite must-read!
I received an advanced copy and voluntarily gave my honest review.
I received an advanced copy and voluntarily gave my honest review.
November 30, 2023
This book was excellent, Felix and Bruce were great characters and I loved the way the story built. The setting was perfect for the story, it didn’t feel rushed and the outcome was fitting.
Shelved as 'dnf'
December 26, 2023DNF. Sorry, but its me not the book. I think I've had my fill of holiday fluff for 2023.
January 7, 2025
Felix lives up to his last name of Joy. Bruce is an adorable grumpy bear. But together they balance each other. This was a great Christmas grumpy/sunny story.
December 15, 2023
OMG! This christmas series is so much fun
I love this book, Felix is so amazing and I love all the previous couples are mention in every book that follows in this series
I'm a huge fan of grumpy/sunshine with age gap so this is a plus
Highly recommend
I love this book, Felix is so amazing and I love all the previous couples are mention in every book that follows in this series
I'm a huge fan of grumpy/sunshine with age gap so this is a plus
Highly recommend
December 8, 2023
Ready, Set, Glow! by Rye Cox is the 8th book in the Christmas Falls series by various authors. Bruce Brooks is the owner and manager of Milton Falls Christmas Tree Farm in Christmas Falls. He is also somewhat of a grinch when it comes to all the festivities the town creates from before Thanksgiving through Christmas. He hates the lights, sounds, and the multitude of Christmas joy happening during that time but it is great for his business so he tries to be as professional as he can be, even though he would much rather be left alone. He works with his parents and brothers and does love being with them. Then they hire Felix Joy as seasonal help and he is immediately attracted to the curly blond haired man who looks like an angel. Felix also feels the attraction and flirts with him whenever possible. However Bruce doesn’t want to have a relationship with him, especially because he is his boss. But as time goes on Bruce can’t help himself and as they work closely and make deliveries he finally gives in and they have a hot love scene. Even though Bruce says they are just having a fling, the more they are together, the more they realize that their feelings and love scenes are just a few times but can lead to much more for both of them. As the end of the season approaches something will have to be done because Felix will be moving on. And that is when Bruce knows he wants to be with him and that he loves him, feelings that Felix reciprocates, which leads to their HEA. I really enjoyed this story. Felix was such a grump at the beginning but Felix brings out the Christmas spirit in him. Felix is a lovely character, both in looks and in his disposition, and makes friends everywhere he goes. He did have an interesting childhood with older parents that he is trying to get away from, but it doesn’t stop him from doing what he wants to do. Bruce’s family are important to him and to the story and give him good advice, as well as act snarky like brothers do. His friends are there for him too. I also like how characters from previous books in the series make appearances and help both characters get their happy ending. I highly recommend this book, especially if you like stories with grumpy/sunshine characters that bring out the best in each other and have some fun times on their way to falling in love.
June 11, 2024
old post reposted
Here is the eighth novel in the new multi-author series (Christmas Falls): this is Rye Cox's "Ready Set Glow."
["There is nothing more annoying than Christmas...
I see the irony of being the owner of a Christmas tree farm and hating the very holiday that keeps my family business alive, but Christmas Falls takes this season way too seriously with their festive business names to the sheer merriment that envelops the entire town.
I'm no grinch, but I can relate to one being surrounded by all this jubilance. It doesn't help when a new part-timer joins the tree farm and is the very embodiment of joy, starting from his name—Felix Joy.
He's ten years younger than me, and I feel the age difference every second I interact with him. His enthusiasm exhausts me, yet I can't stay away, even if it means I have to deal with the ridiculous nickname he forces onto me.
He's melting the fatigue of Christmas, but I'll never admit it. I'm ready for all the blinding lights to come down, for him to leave, and to finally get some peace and quiet."]
Just when I thought I was about to catch up on some of my other books/authors/TBRs, another Christmas Falls book comes out (and adding another author-to-binge to my list).
This book was so good!!! Bruce is just a fucking teddy bear. He's all tough and growly and grumpy on the outside, but on the inside he's protective and caring as fuck. He just wants people to be safe and happy. He's comfortable with life (minus owning a Christmas tree farm and hating Christmas)..until he meets Felix. Felix just wanted to be seen as an adult, even if he's an angel personified. He's sweet and kind and sparkly and filled with job (and a little sass--a lot of sass). They were perfect for each other.
#readysetglow #ryecox
#grinchkisses #snowbodylovesme #getfrosted #silentknight #clausingascene #underthemistletome #noelfingway #scroogeyou #christmasfalls #christmasfallsseries #books #queerbooks #queererotica #bodicerippers #bookstagram #bookphotography #ilovebooks
Here is the eighth novel in the new multi-author series (Christmas Falls): this is Rye Cox's "Ready Set Glow."
["There is nothing more annoying than Christmas...
I see the irony of being the owner of a Christmas tree farm and hating the very holiday that keeps my family business alive, but Christmas Falls takes this season way too seriously with their festive business names to the sheer merriment that envelops the entire town.
I'm no grinch, but I can relate to one being surrounded by all this jubilance. It doesn't help when a new part-timer joins the tree farm and is the very embodiment of joy, starting from his name—Felix Joy.
He's ten years younger than me, and I feel the age difference every second I interact with him. His enthusiasm exhausts me, yet I can't stay away, even if it means I have to deal with the ridiculous nickname he forces onto me.
He's melting the fatigue of Christmas, but I'll never admit it. I'm ready for all the blinding lights to come down, for him to leave, and to finally get some peace and quiet."]
Just when I thought I was about to catch up on some of my other books/authors/TBRs, another Christmas Falls book comes out (and adding another author-to-binge to my list).
This book was so good!!! Bruce is just a fucking teddy bear. He's all tough and growly and grumpy on the outside, but on the inside he's protective and caring as fuck. He just wants people to be safe and happy. He's comfortable with life (minus owning a Christmas tree farm and hating Christmas)..until he meets Felix. Felix just wanted to be seen as an adult, even if he's an angel personified. He's sweet and kind and sparkly and filled with job (and a little sass--a lot of sass). They were perfect for each other.
#readysetglow #ryecox
#grinchkisses #snowbodylovesme #getfrosted #silentknight #clausingascene #underthemistletome #noelfingway #scroogeyou #christmasfalls #christmasfallsseries #books #queerbooks #queererotica #bodicerippers #bookstagram #bookphotography #ilovebooks
December 23, 2023
This is the 8th book in the Christmas Falls series, and I have to acknowledge that yes, I did skip a couple of the books. After the lackluster feelings I had for the last one I read, I read over the synopses of the remaining books carefully. I realized that books 6 and 7 really weren't appealing to me, and decided to skip to the last two, which had synopses - and familiar characters - that seemed more enjoyable to me. And quite frankly, life is too damn short to read books that I know I don't, or won't, enjoy.
All of that being said, I really enjoyed this book! I love the grumpy-sunshine trope in M/M romance (let's be real, in most romance), and I love how neither Bruce nor Felix tried to change the other. Instead, they were attracted to each other because they were grumpy and sunshine, respectively.
But most importantly, I loved how they communicated with each other. They were open, honest, and vulnerable. They expressed their thoughts, feelings, and insecurities. They had frank discussions with each other, and they really balanced each other out in a very complimentary way.
It's still rather wild to me that Christmas Falls is so welcoming of newcomers - this is not at all my experience with small towns. But, well, it's a town built around the magic of the holiday season, and I guess that extends to its residents, as well.
This book brought me back into the series after being so wary with the last couple of books I read. And as we near the end of the holiday season - thankfully - I hope the final installment of the series is just as charming as this one was.
All of that being said, I really enjoyed this book! I love the grumpy-sunshine trope in M/M romance (let's be real, in most romance), and I love how neither Bruce nor Felix tried to change the other. Instead, they were attracted to each other because they were grumpy and sunshine, respectively.
But most importantly, I loved how they communicated with each other. They were open, honest, and vulnerable. They expressed their thoughts, feelings, and insecurities. They had frank discussions with each other, and they really balanced each other out in a very complimentary way.
It's still rather wild to me that Christmas Falls is so welcoming of newcomers - this is not at all my experience with small towns. But, well, it's a town built around the magic of the holiday season, and I guess that extends to its residents, as well.
This book brought me back into the series after being so wary with the last couple of books I read. And as we near the end of the holiday season - thankfully - I hope the final installment of the series is just as charming as this one was.
December 12, 2023
Oh I definitely enjoyed this newest addition to the Christmas Falls series.
Here we have grumpy/sunshine with an age gap trope. Both I really love to read about. So that was already a great plus on my side ^^
Beside that we have boss/employee and size difference. I have to say boss/employee can go either way for me so I was really happy that it worked well in this case. Felix is just so...bubbly, sassy, cheery and self-assured that I never had the impression Bruce would take advantage of him.
We already met Bruce, the Christmas tree farm owner, here and there in the other books so I was happy to see this one was about him. I always felt when reading about him that I really wanted to know his story. And now I finally do.
I found it funny that the person who sells all the Christmas trees is like a grumpy Grinch and didn't like that time of the year.
But we all know when he meets the right man he'll start to enjoy it and get into the spirit too.
And that's exactly what happened.
Bruce and Felix are such opposites and yet they fit perfectly together.
I liked that it was very low on angst and that both are mature enough to talk with each other instead of pining for weeks.
Bruce's family was a huge plus and made me chuckle more than once.
Overall I really enjoyed this story. The MCs were very likeable and I was fast rooting for them.
Delightful second characters as well and the typical cozy small town vibe we know from this series.
A definitely win in my books.
Here we have grumpy/sunshine with an age gap trope. Both I really love to read about. So that was already a great plus on my side ^^
Beside that we have boss/employee and size difference. I have to say boss/employee can go either way for me so I was really happy that it worked well in this case. Felix is just so...bubbly, sassy, cheery and self-assured that I never had the impression Bruce would take advantage of him.
We already met Bruce, the Christmas tree farm owner, here and there in the other books so I was happy to see this one was about him. I always felt when reading about him that I really wanted to know his story. And now I finally do.
I found it funny that the person who sells all the Christmas trees is like a grumpy Grinch and didn't like that time of the year.
But we all know when he meets the right man he'll start to enjoy it and get into the spirit too.
And that's exactly what happened.
Bruce and Felix are such opposites and yet they fit perfectly together.
I liked that it was very low on angst and that both are mature enough to talk with each other instead of pining for weeks.
Bruce's family was a huge plus and made me chuckle more than once.
Overall I really enjoyed this story. The MCs were very likeable and I was fast rooting for them.
Delightful second characters as well and the typical cozy small town vibe we know from this series.
A definitely win in my books.
December 15, 2023
Finally back in Christmas Falls!
I mean, technically we never left, but you couldn’t tell, so the sentiment still stands.
Aside from the mechanics being rough, and a few wonky things here and there, I loved everything about this book. It had all of the good-good from the world, the characters were fantastic, the story was perfect and fluffy and adorable, and the nod to Wintertown made me smile.
Sometimes this author is a miss for me, I won’t lie, but I enjoy their vibe, so I try every book on for size. With that being said, I do want to point out that the one major thing I had with this book that really just did not do it for me was having Bruce drive intoxicated. Life happens, but that’s never going to be okay. Ever. And we for sure shouldn’t put it in a book like it’s a good thing to add to the spice/emotion of the scene.
And no, it’s not something everyone does, because I’ve never driven a vehicle of any kind if I’ve had a drink. You won’t ever catch me doing it, either. Unprotected schmex? Cool. That only affects you and the person you’re with, and that’s YOUR choice. Drunk driving? That’s a whole new problem that could hurt way more than just you.
So yeah, not cool. Don’t do that. It’s gross.
4/5. I’m glad Christmas Falls and the concept of being a part of an interconnected standalone universe came back into play. I was hype for Bruce and Felix’s story, and I’m happy that I (for the most part) loved it.
I mean, technically we never left, but you couldn’t tell, so the sentiment still stands.
Aside from the mechanics being rough, and a few wonky things here and there, I loved everything about this book. It had all of the good-good from the world, the characters were fantastic, the story was perfect and fluffy and adorable, and the nod to Wintertown made me smile.
Sometimes this author is a miss for me, I won’t lie, but I enjoy their vibe, so I try every book on for size. With that being said, I do want to point out that the one major thing I had with this book that really just did not do it for me was having Bruce drive intoxicated. Life happens, but that’s never going to be okay. Ever. And we for sure shouldn’t put it in a book like it’s a good thing to add to the spice/emotion of the scene.
And no, it’s not something everyone does, because I’ve never driven a vehicle of any kind if I’ve had a drink. You won’t ever catch me doing it, either. Unprotected schmex? Cool. That only affects you and the person you’re with, and that’s YOUR choice. Drunk driving? That’s a whole new problem that could hurt way more than just you.
So yeah, not cool. Don’t do that. It’s gross.
4/5. I’m glad Christmas Falls and the concept of being a part of an interconnected standalone universe came back into play. I was hype for Bruce and Felix’s story, and I’m happy that I (for the most part) loved it.
December 12, 2023
Ready, Set, Glow
Christmas Falls
Rye Cox
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶🌶
“There was nothing more magical than this.�
Bruce, is a grumpy Christmas tree farm owner, who loves his family, but not Christmas. Until he literally falls for Felix, a cherubic blonde with big blue eyes and Bruce’s newest employee. Bruce and Felix were a great pairing, their differences complemented the other so well. Bruce is quiet, kind of shy and standoffish, whereas Felix is a spunky, snarky and bubbly little twink. Despite the 10 year age gap, they fit together, so well, I love the parts where Bruce struggled with the modern vocabulary. It was too funny, or when Felix describes Bruce as a grumpy, Snow White.
Felix and Patchy were just too precious. I especially like the after a spicy scene, he consoles the bear about the sounds he heard.
Christmas Falls is a town straight out of a Hallmark movie complete with cute business names like Season’s Readings , Dancing Sugar Plums, and Jolly Java.
The spicy scenes were abundant, but didn’t overpower the plot or character development, Rye even included a cuddle scene that stayed a cuddle. I want the spicy, but having those sweet moments warms my cold dead heart 🤣
Christmas Falls
Rye Cox
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶🌶
“There was nothing more magical than this.�
Bruce, is a grumpy Christmas tree farm owner, who loves his family, but not Christmas. Until he literally falls for Felix, a cherubic blonde with big blue eyes and Bruce’s newest employee. Bruce and Felix were a great pairing, their differences complemented the other so well. Bruce is quiet, kind of shy and standoffish, whereas Felix is a spunky, snarky and bubbly little twink. Despite the 10 year age gap, they fit together, so well, I love the parts where Bruce struggled with the modern vocabulary. It was too funny, or when Felix describes Bruce as a grumpy, Snow White.
Felix and Patchy were just too precious. I especially like the after a spicy scene, he consoles the bear about the sounds he heard.
Christmas Falls is a town straight out of a Hallmark movie complete with cute business names like Season’s Readings , Dancing Sugar Plums, and Jolly Java.
The spicy scenes were abundant, but didn’t overpower the plot or character development, Rye even included a cuddle scene that stayed a cuddle. I want the spicy, but having those sweet moments warms my cold dead heart 🤣
December 16, 2023
This is book 8 in the multi-author Christmas Falls series. Each book can be enjoyed as a stand alone though they do have some overlapping arcs. This is the story of Bruce Brooks and Felix Joy. Bruce and his family all work at the Milton Falls Christmas Tree Farm. Bruce is the current owner and manager of their family farm; it is a true family business. Bruce doesn't dislike Christmas, not at all. He just finds noise to be tiring and noisy children exhausting. And if there is a way to avoid working with customers, he was all over it. Peopling was exhausting as well. No wonder he is sometimes described as serious or a grump.
Felix has just moved to town and is looking for a new start. He happily starts working at the Christmas Tree Farm. Like his last name, Felix is a joy to be around. He is upbeat and finds pleasure in most situations. Felix and Bruce seem like opposite ends of the spectrum. But isn't it always opposites that attract. This is their story. It is very well written and easy to read. I very much enjoyed it. it is sure to put you into a holiday mood. A sweet and easy read.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Felix has just moved to town and is looking for a new start. He happily starts working at the Christmas Tree Farm. Like his last name, Felix is a joy to be around. He is upbeat and finds pleasure in most situations. Felix and Bruce seem like opposite ends of the spectrum. But isn't it always opposites that attract. This is their story. It is very well written and easy to read. I very much enjoyed it. it is sure to put you into a holiday mood. A sweet and easy read.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 2, 2023
I received a free copy. This review is submitted voluntarily.
Bruce owns the town tree farm but does not share the town’s Christmas spirit. Basically, he’s a grump. They’ve hired a part-time staffer, Felix Joy, to help with the workload. True to his name, he’s a ray of sunshine and has an angelic appearance. Bruce is quickly smitten but tries to stay away from Felix because of the age difference (Bruce is about 10 years older) and the fact that he’s Felix’s boss. Luckily, Bruce’s youngest brother becomes fast friends with Felix and sort of helps him woo Bruce. Eventually Bruce comes around and they work their way to a happy ending.
Felix is an absolute sweetie and Bruce is a softie, notwithstanding his grumpy exterior. I love these seasonal books because they are always cheery, easy reads and this one is no exception. The plot is straightforward and develops in a fun way. Character development is great, both the main ones and the secondary ones. This series is multi-author and I’m really happy to see how they all fit together. I’ve read most of it and loved every one. This one is the latest wonderful. I’m pleased to recommend this one.
Bruce owns the town tree farm but does not share the town’s Christmas spirit. Basically, he’s a grump. They’ve hired a part-time staffer, Felix Joy, to help with the workload. True to his name, he’s a ray of sunshine and has an angelic appearance. Bruce is quickly smitten but tries to stay away from Felix because of the age difference (Bruce is about 10 years older) and the fact that he’s Felix’s boss. Luckily, Bruce’s youngest brother becomes fast friends with Felix and sort of helps him woo Bruce. Eventually Bruce comes around and they work their way to a happy ending.
Felix is an absolute sweetie and Bruce is a softie, notwithstanding his grumpy exterior. I love these seasonal books because they are always cheery, easy reads and this one is no exception. The plot is straightforward and develops in a fun way. Character development is great, both the main ones and the secondary ones. This series is multi-author and I’m really happy to see how they all fit together. I’ve read most of it and loved every one. This one is the latest wonderful. I’m pleased to recommend this one.
December 12, 2023
I really loved this book! Bruce and Felix really stole my heart. The grumpy-sunshine trope is one of my favourites, but this one, with a Christmas glow, was perfect.
Here we meet Bruce and Felix. The first one is the owner of a farm that sells Christmas trees, and the second is his new employee. The two men couldn’t be more different, but since the first day they meet, they cannot stop thinking about each other.
Felix is younger and full of enthusiasm, Bruce is an older grumpy bear, at least until he meets his angel, who manages to change everything.
I loved the two men, the way they interact with each other, and all the positivity Felix brings into Bruce’s life, as well as I adored Bruce’s love for Felix and for his own family too.
And about the family, it was a really funny one! “Kaykay� is one of my favourites, always playing funny jokes and tricks that make his older brother shiver, and their father? I laughed a lot about the graffitti story.
It’s a book that spreads love in every direction, according to the Christmas spirit.
After all, what can we expect when the main character’s name is Felix Joy? Just love and happiness.
Absolutely recommended!
Here we meet Bruce and Felix. The first one is the owner of a farm that sells Christmas trees, and the second is his new employee. The two men couldn’t be more different, but since the first day they meet, they cannot stop thinking about each other.
Felix is younger and full of enthusiasm, Bruce is an older grumpy bear, at least until he meets his angel, who manages to change everything.
I loved the two men, the way they interact with each other, and all the positivity Felix brings into Bruce’s life, as well as I adored Bruce’s love for Felix and for his own family too.
And about the family, it was a really funny one! “Kaykay� is one of my favourites, always playing funny jokes and tricks that make his older brother shiver, and their father? I laughed a lot about the graffitti story.
It’s a book that spreads love in every direction, according to the Christmas spirit.
After all, what can we expect when the main character’s name is Felix Joy? Just love and happiness.
Absolutely recommended!
December 12, 2023
READY, SET, GLOW is the eighth book in the Christmas Falls series. Christmas Falls is a multi-author series. Each book is a standalone and can be read in any order without issue.
Bruce hates Christmas which is unfortunate since he is the owner of the Christmas tree farm. Bruce has basically given up on love and relationships. They are for everyone else but him. But when Bruce sees Felix Joy for the first time he can't remember ever seeing someone so beautiful.
Felix came to Christmas Falls to start over his life in his hometown had become overwhelming but he seems to love being in Christmas Falls. Bruce is thrown by Felix's looks but knows nothing can happen since he is technically his employee but that doesn't stop Bruce from noticing all the things about the man. Felix would love to climb his boss like a tree but he doesn't want to risk his job except he can't stop thinking about the sexy tree farmer.
There was so much chemistry with these two characters. I loved Bruce being so open about his feelngs. Felix and Bruce were the missing puzzle pieces you truly need this holiday season.
I was given a free copy of this book.
Bruce hates Christmas which is unfortunate since he is the owner of the Christmas tree farm. Bruce has basically given up on love and relationships. They are for everyone else but him. But when Bruce sees Felix Joy for the first time he can't remember ever seeing someone so beautiful.
Felix came to Christmas Falls to start over his life in his hometown had become overwhelming but he seems to love being in Christmas Falls. Bruce is thrown by Felix's looks but knows nothing can happen since he is technically his employee but that doesn't stop Bruce from noticing all the things about the man. Felix would love to climb his boss like a tree but he doesn't want to risk his job except he can't stop thinking about the sexy tree farmer.
There was so much chemistry with these two characters. I loved Bruce being so open about his feelngs. Felix and Bruce were the missing puzzle pieces you truly need this holiday season.
I was given a free copy of this book.
December 17, 2023
Ready, Set, Glow! by Rye Cox is the 8th book of the Christmas Falls series. It brings warmth to this collection through Bruce and Felix’s tale.
Bruce is a grumpy tree farm owner, who isn’t keen on the festive chaos that envelops the town. However, when cheerful Felix joins starts working for him, sparks fly despite their age difference and work relationship.
The writer masterfully crafts their journey, blending humour, chemistry, and heartwarming moments. The book beautifully portrays their evolving connection, igniting Bruce’s hidden Christmas spirit and Felix’s search for love and independence.
With an endearing cast of characters from previous stories, Cox creates a cohesive world. The “grumpy/sunshine� trope shines here, adding depth to the characters. Amidst the sizzling scenes, we can find heartfelt, sincere and tender moments throughout the story.
While it can be read as a standalone, Ready, Set, Glow! enriches the entire collection, making it a perfect read for the holiday season.
I received an ARC from the author for free, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review and recommendation.
Bruce is a grumpy tree farm owner, who isn’t keen on the festive chaos that envelops the town. However, when cheerful Felix joins starts working for him, sparks fly despite their age difference and work relationship.
The writer masterfully crafts their journey, blending humour, chemistry, and heartwarming moments. The book beautifully portrays their evolving connection, igniting Bruce’s hidden Christmas spirit and Felix’s search for love and independence.
With an endearing cast of characters from previous stories, Cox creates a cohesive world. The “grumpy/sunshine� trope shines here, adding depth to the characters. Amidst the sizzling scenes, we can find heartfelt, sincere and tender moments throughout the story.
While it can be read as a standalone, Ready, Set, Glow! enriches the entire collection, making it a perfect read for the holiday season.
I received an ARC from the author for free, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review and recommendation.
December 6, 2023
4.5 stars. This is part of the multi-author Christmas Falls series, but can easily be read as a standalone. Featuring a grumpy bear of a farmer, and a determined ball of sunshine. Grumpy/sunshine is book kryptonite for me, I'm a total sucker for it, and add in some festive feeling and it was a wonderful holiday story. Felix moves to Christmas Falls to make a new life for himself, and to find a little independence. He lands working on a Christmas Tree farm owned by Bruce, who is a total grouch at the start but with a completely soft centre.
Their meet-cute is lovely, and honestly this whole book made me smile pretty much all the way through. There is zero angst, a bit of heat and a lot of sweetness. These two together are pretty great, actually in the the way they just accept each other as they are. It was such a joy to witness their relationship grow - even as quickly as it did - and there are lots of sweet moments along the way. I enjoyed this so much, Felix and Bruce were a joy.
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
Their meet-cute is lovely, and honestly this whole book made me smile pretty much all the way through. There is zero angst, a bit of heat and a lot of sweetness. These two together are pretty great, actually in the the way they just accept each other as they are. It was such a joy to witness their relationship grow - even as quickly as it did - and there are lots of sweet moments along the way. I enjoyed this so much, Felix and Bruce were a joy.
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
December 14, 2023
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Our grumpy tree farm owner gets his love story with a sunshiny Christmas-loving man.
Rye Cox brings us sweet with a side of sass in her holiday romantic addition to the fantastic Christmas Falls series.
Bruce is now running the family tree farm, which always carries some stress, especially when that family is still working alongside you. Naturally serious and stoic, he’s caught off guard by the younger outgoing Felix who has just moved to Christmas Falls and is working at the farm for the season.
Felix is easy to love. The bright, cheery man draws everyone in, and it’s really adorable to watch Bruce succumb to him. They are really quite romantic and swoony, with so many sweet moments. Bruce really is a wonderful and caring man with a huge heart.
Our grumpy tree farm owner gets his love story with a sunshiny Christmas-loving man.
Rye Cox brings us sweet with a side of sass in her holiday romantic addition to the fantastic Christmas Falls series.
Bruce is now running the family tree farm, which always carries some stress, especially when that family is still working alongside you. Naturally serious and stoic, he’s caught off guard by the younger outgoing Felix who has just moved to Christmas Falls and is working at the farm for the season.
Felix is easy to love. The bright, cheery man draws everyone in, and it’s really adorable to watch Bruce succumb to him. They are really quite romantic and swoony, with so many sweet moments. Bruce really is a wonderful and caring man with a huge heart.
December 18, 2023
Bruce is all about the family business, a Christmas tree farm and shop with other goodies on offer. But Bruce is not an enthusiast for the holiday and a bit of a grump. He is functioning but there is not much happening in his social life. And then the family hires a seasonal worker, Felix, who literally knocks Bruce off his feet when he meets him. Which is the beginning of helping grumpy Bruce. Bruce does try to resist Felix because he is an employee but the joy Felix brings to the folks around him and to Bruce in particular is hard to keep at bay. Bruce finds himself on a slippery slope wanting to limit how far the fall will go until he finds himself in deep. And in the end, as seasonal employment is coming to an end Bruce realizes he has to act to let Felix know he wants him in his life. So he does. They find their happily ever after but they are still themselves. Still growing and adjusting together. And their families mesh. This one is truly sweet.
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 4, 2024
Felix has come to Christmas Falls in the hopes of a fresh start and maybe to even find love. But he doesn’t expect the cute guy he runs into at his new job to be his boss, Bruce. He can’t help the attraction that sparks between them and he knows pretty soon that he’s in trouble of falling for this gruff teddy bear. Bruce doesn’t expect the man who looks like an angel to be his new hire at the family tree farm. Their ten year age gap and the fact that he is his employee should be enough warning to stay away right? But it doesn’t take long for him to give in to the chemistry between them. Bruce hasn’t really done relationships before but even he can admit that there is something different about Felix. Something that is worth taking a chance on. If he is brave enough to take it. Lucky for him, Felix isn’t afraid to go after what he wants. And what he wants is a chance with Bruce. These two were so cute! Definitely a sunshine and grumpy pairing. They had such great chemistry and were so fun to read about. Really loving this series!
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
December 2, 2024
story of Bruce and Felix
This is a boss x employee to more romance, featuring Bruce Brooks and Felix Joy, and is book eight in the Christmas Falls multi-author series - Season One.
Bruce is the grumpy tree farm owner and Felix joins on as a seasonal worker for the farm. It’s pretty much insta-attraction for both of them but Bruce being Bruce, he thinks their age gap is going to be an issue. Felix however puts Bruce in his place and when Bruce is at the local bar and thinks Felix is going to go home with someone else, he makes his move. Woo hoo!!!
This story is low angst and full of Christmasy goodness. These two had insane chemistry. It didn’t take long for Bruce to see Felix was it for him and I loved how sweet they were with each other. Bruce was such a big teddy bear and his family was just delightfully fun.
Things to expect in this book are:
8th book in series
Multi author
MM romance
Small town
Boss x employee
Opposites attract
Age gap (34/24)
Insta-attraction
Grumpy / Sunshine
Hook up to more
Spicy times
Both fall fast
HEA
This is a boss x employee to more romance, featuring Bruce Brooks and Felix Joy, and is book eight in the Christmas Falls multi-author series - Season One.
Bruce is the grumpy tree farm owner and Felix joins on as a seasonal worker for the farm. It’s pretty much insta-attraction for both of them but Bruce being Bruce, he thinks their age gap is going to be an issue. Felix however puts Bruce in his place and when Bruce is at the local bar and thinks Felix is going to go home with someone else, he makes his move. Woo hoo!!!
This story is low angst and full of Christmasy goodness. These two had insane chemistry. It didn’t take long for Bruce to see Felix was it for him and I loved how sweet they were with each other. Bruce was such a big teddy bear and his family was just delightfully fun.
Things to expect in this book are:
8th book in series
Multi author
MM romance
Small town
Boss x employee
Opposites attract
Age gap (34/24)
Insta-attraction
Grumpy / Sunshine
Hook up to more
Spicy times
Both fall fast
HEA
December 9, 2023
I really enjoyed reading this grumpy/sunshine, no angst romance that's part of the Christmas Falls series. There have been some excellent stories so far and this is up there for me.
Bruce is in charge of his family's tree farm but isn't the most festive of people, or the most social. Meeting Felix changes that as they become enamored with each other pretty quickly. Bruce denies himself at first but there is no denying that pull and Felix shows him just how good they can be together. I love the grumpy/sunshine, opposites attract tropes which this shows in their ages, physical size and personality. Bruce's family are an entertaining bunch, adding to the fun that is had on the fun, especially Kaysen, the youngest brother. There's no angst here which makes for a perfect festive read and we get the occasional encounter with the men from other books in the series which is always fun if you've read those or they're still to be read.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review
Bruce is in charge of his family's tree farm but isn't the most festive of people, or the most social. Meeting Felix changes that as they become enamored with each other pretty quickly. Bruce denies himself at first but there is no denying that pull and Felix shows him just how good they can be together. I love the grumpy/sunshine, opposites attract tropes which this shows in their ages, physical size and personality. Bruce's family are an entertaining bunch, adding to the fun that is had on the fun, especially Kaysen, the youngest brother. There's no angst here which makes for a perfect festive read and we get the occasional encounter with the men from other books in the series which is always fun if you've read those or they're still to be read.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review
December 9, 2023
Just the book cover is enough to spike my pulse, he is seriously hot. I know better than to judge a book by its cover, however, I was right this time. Bruce is a bit of a grumpy bear, not the biggest fan of Christmas, despite selling Christmas trees; however, when he meets an angel, he is absolutely beguiled. Felix looks angelic, but he has a naughtiness that offsets his sweetness. There is chemistry early on and it doesn't take too long for them to get together. This book has a higher spice content than others in the series, which is always a bonus I didn't quite understand Felix' parent's attitude when they first met Bruce, it was very hostile, and a bit uncomfortable and the reason given didn't seem enough to warrant the attitude. A very HEA, after an epilogue that jumps nearly one year on. These books are definitely giving Christmassy vibes and I look forward to reading Joel's story next. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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