Snowed in is a wonderfully funny story that has absolutely everything! Runaway bride, friends to lovers, fake dating, small town, banter, slow burn... Need I say more?
This is my first Catherine Walsh book, but it will definitely won't be the last! She has become an auto buy author for me.
What I loved most about the book is how well paced it was and the delightful banter between Christian and Megan.
Highly recommend!

Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

I loved this book.

It’s been five years since Megan went to visit her family. That’s because, she made a decision to leave by the back door of the hotel on the day of her wedding to Isaac, who was waiting for her at the altar.

Then we meet Christian, who also lives in the same town as Megan. He likes going home for the holidays, but, what he doesn’t like is how he’s looked at for being single when all his siblings are "coupled up".

When they both meet in a pub in Dublin, Megan and Christian come up with a plan to see through the holiday season. They will go back as a couple and be each others dates at family occasions.

But, Megan proposes some rules and both sign to agree them. Will they stick to these rules or will they be broken?

I highly recommend this book.

The perfect winter cozy romance! A fun holiday romance with mature characters who actually communicate (no god-awful third-act breakup) While still maintaining the tension needed in the fake dating and forced proximity tropes.

Another cozy holiday banger from Catherine Walsh! I know I can always rely on her for a book that I won't want to put down. I also appreciate how conflict gets weaved into the story and there is not some big third act breakup at the end. It was also a pleasant surprise having Molly and Andrew show up in this one as I didn't realize the two books were connected! This is the perfect book to curl up with by the fire during the holidays.

Catherine Walsh's "Snowed In" is a heartwarming winter story that captures the magic of the season and the power of connection. The plot revolves around two main characters, their unexpected encounter during a snowstorm, and the ensuing adventure. While I thoroughly enjoyed the story, finding it utterly cute and delightful, I couldn't help but feel that there was room for more character

Despite this minor drawback, "Snowed In" remains a lovely and heartwarming read, perfect for those seeking a charming winter romance.

This book was such a breath of fresh air and I adored every minute of it! When you get a runaway bride in the prologue you know you’re going to have a fun story with some depth to it.
This was my first book by Catherine Walsh and I will definitely be making my way through her backlist after this. I found her characterizations so well done and the family dynamics so incredibly relatable. The small town setting of an Irish town full of a persons past clashing with their present really hit home as well, and wrapped up all in a sweet love story that made me swoon the entire way.

Highly recommend this read to fans of fake dating, acquaintances to friends to lovers, forced proximity, small town romance and family holiday shenanigans!

Thank you to the author and the publisher for the arc in exchange for this honest review!

Thank you so much to Bookouture and Bookouture Audio for the e-book and audiobook!

This was a dual perspective, fake dating (at Christmas), heartfelt snowed-in read!

I really liked the beginning and how we got the backstory on Megan and her (left at the alter) ex-fiancé'. I think that beginning scene really set the stage and helped me care more about Megan.

I think for once the romance between Megan and Christian was actually believable, too. It didn't seem like insta-love and their reasons for falling in love seemed real and valid. I appreciated how Christian was actually a nice guy and really looked out for her even while they were "fake dating".

As far as content goes, there were a couple spicy scenes that were more detailed than I typically prefer and rather long as well, but easily skipped if that's not for you.

I think this one will be a a big hit around the holidays for sure!

I went back and forth between the e-book and the audiobook and I really liked the narrators in the audiobook so spent more timing reading it that way!

This will be available for purchase Nov 1st.

3.5 rounded to 4

This one was cute! A fast paced fake dating story. Both Megan and Christian were trying to fool their families which added a fun twist and adventure. This one had great banter and holiday charm.

I loved Molly and Andrew in Catherine Walsh's last holiday book, and I'm so glad they made an appearance in this book, but OH MY GOODNESS were Christian and Megan SO CUTE in Snowed In.

The first chapter with Molly as a runaway bride and Christian, her childhood friend, helping her escape set the tone for the book. As we flash forward to present day, "bad boy" Christian isn't as bad as we think and Megan had her reasons for running away. As they fake date to get each other through the holidays (I love this trope!), they realize that maybe it's not so fake. I appreciated that they both recognized they wanted to be more serious together at the same time.

This book was filled with equal parts laugh out loud and swoon-worthy moments, as well as self deprecation, touching family moments and just so much fun. Can I get Hannah to make me a dress for the holiday ball?!

This is such a great book to get snowed in with!!

After loving Holiday Romance, I couldn't wait to dive into Christian's book and I have to say Ms. Walsh didn't disappoint, It was such a lovely, sweet and festive read with lots going on.

We get to see what's behind Christian's difficult relationship with his family especially his father, and his struggle to feel fulfilled. Megan's been through the wringer, and both characters need the help of a fake relationship to help with their visit home. We get to see real feelings develop after their initial attraction and how Christian supports Megan with dealing with the fallout from her past as the runaway bride.

All the snow helps set the mood for a cosy Christmas read, and loved seeing Andrew and Molly and the big surprise. Also, Zoe is the best; I really want her story! I can't recommend this enough and know this is going to be a reread favourite for me.

Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for an early copy. All opinions expressed are my own and happily offered.

Synopsis
“Megan is dreading going home for the holidays. She’s the village pariah, the she-devil who left local golden boy Isaac at the altar four years ago and ran away to the big city. So when Megan literally bumps into Christian (an old classmate) in a Dublin pub, they come up with a pact to see them through the holiday season. They’re going to be the very best fake dates for each other, ever.”

My Thoughts
I quickly read this book while on vacation and loved every minute of it. I didn’t realize that Holiday Romance (which is sitting on my shelf) was the first book in the series, so I’ll have to get to that soon! I loved the characters, the main characters chemistry, the banter, and honestly, I just wished that I was a part of Christian’s family the whole time. So fun and perfect for the holiday season - definitely pick this one up!!

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for this Advance Reader Copy. All opinions are my own.

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Review is posted to Instagram and will be posted to Amazon on pub day.

5 stars for this holiday hit! I devoured this rom-com in a weekend, unable to put down the witty banter and slow-burn. Megan O'Sullivan left her fiance Isaac at the alter, making her the talk of the town. Five years later she unwillingly goes back for Christmas only after striking up a deal with Christian Fitzpatrick that they'll be in a fake relationship. Obviously sparks fly. I typically dislike the fake dating trope but the dual POV helped to make sure we knew how invested both characters were in each other.

The one liners in this book had me laughing out loud. This book takes place after Walsh's Holiday Romance - they can be read as standalone but that book was equally charming so I'd read in sequence! So happy to have read before the holiday season so I can open it back up in several weeks to enjoy it again.

Thank you to Netgalley and Bookouture for the ARC, all thoughts are my own.

I loved this holiday romcom! It had all my favorite tropes and flirty banter that had me audibly laughing out loud. I really felt for Megan on her journey back home and dealing with the life she left behind, and I loved how supportive Christian was for her the entire time. The endearing family members were so realistic and made the story feel like you really were returning home for the holidays. My favorite part of this story was it not just being fluffy romance that it had a bit of grit. The town hating Megan and having to watch her learn to stand up for herself gave this story depth that I appreciated. Thank you to Bookouture, Catherine Walsh, and Netgalley for allowing me access to this book for an honest review.

My review is on Goodreads now and I will be posting a review on tiktok November 1st for publication day!!

Cute couple alert!🚨🚨

Winter holiday or Christmas romance is just hard to beat. Even Valentine's or beach romances don't come close. There's magic in the air ✨❄️ and if you like your romance with some steam look no further! 💙☃️

Megan and Christian are old acquaintances. They last met five years ago at her supposedly wedding to Isaac but Megan's a runaway bride. Fast forward and here they are working in Dublin and by chance bump into one another at a pub. Since Christmas is around the corner both dread going home for different reasons. What better idea than to return as a "couple"?

I love fake dating and close proximity so Snowed In is a check, check. And a winter holiday and small town... CHECK and CHECK! 🎄

I enjoyed the charming MCs. It's an easy and entertaining read/listen. Because they are home, there are many characters to keep track of but the families and friends are wonderful! I only wish the snowed-in part happened a bit sooner. I waited forever until I forgot about it. 😹

Excellent narration by Roisin Rankin and Colm Gleeson. I love listening to the beautiful Irish accent. They add so much to the experience.

Thank you Bookouture and Bookouture Audio for the advance copies for review.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for giving me a copy of this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Snowed In easily gets 5 stars from me!

Megan is dreading going home for Christmas. She has a good reason too. She’s the village pariah and is known for leaving her ex-fiancé at the altar four years ago. She hasn’t returned to town since. She found herself starting over with a new job and friends in Dublin. Her dating life hasn’t been great since she moved. She was at a local pub being stood up by a date when she ran into Christian. She knows him from their hometown. Apparently, he isn’t too eager to go home for the holiday either as he’s the only single one in his family. They come up with a pact for the holiday where they agree to fake date one another during their time back home. However, when celebrating Christmas between two families, running into her ex-fiancé, and new feelings begin things are bound to get messy.

Snowed In has:
-Witty banter
-Snowed-in cabin
-Fake dating
-Christmas magic
-Dual pov

Snowed In is a romcom that is swoony, funny, and full of the cutest Christmas moments. This is the perfect book to sit down with a cup of cocoa on a snowy day. I highly suggest adding this one to your winter tbr!

It releases on November 1st and will be available on kindle unlimited!

I received an ARC of Snowed In, by @catwalshwriter and it was everything you could ever want in a holiday romance. Out everywhere November 1st, preorder your copy today!!
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​​I devoured this book in less than a day, such a fun, easy read. You will fall in love with Christian and Megan just as quickly as I did, their witty banter made me chuckle out loud multiple times.
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​​Some things to expect:
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​​🎄 holiday magic
​​🎄 forced proximity
​​🎄 fake relationship
​​🎄 hilarious banter
​​🎄 grumpy sunshine dynamic
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​​This book is the perfect cozy holiday romance read. Enjoy 🎅🏼🎄❤️
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​​I have loved everything I have read by Catherine Walsh, but I have a particular soft spot for her Christmas time books- so make sure you also check out Holiday Romance ✨

Such a fun holiday romance! The main characters and side characters are amazing. Maybe I’m toxic but I wanted Christian to fight Isaac. I wish the snowed In aspect of the book was a larger portion of the book, but the author allows the reader to see a development in feelings between the characters which a lot of fake dating tropes lack.
Overall such a good read and one I will be recommending to my friends who enjoy romance

A perfect cozy read for the holiday season! I loved Walsh’s ‘Holiday Romance’ last year and was so excited to get my hands on this book. This storyline isn’t anything new — a fake dating arrangement to help each other through the holidays — but it was done so well and I ate it up all the same. Definitely recommend adding this one to your holiday reading list this year!

Thanks to NetGalley & Bookouture for the ARC!

For anyone who enjoys runaway bride / fake dating / friends to lovers stroylines, Snowed In should definitely be added to your tbr.

Both Megan and Christian are returning to their home town to celebrate Christmas. Both have reasons to 'mislead' their families.

With the, oftentimes, hilarious banter I associate with Catherine Walsh, Christian and Megan navigate family gatherings both singly and together, just trying to survive the holiday period.

However, it wouldn't be a romantic comedy if things didn't take a more intimate turn. Megan and Christian are so funny together and obviously their initial attraction grows.

Long held secrets are revealed with our two main characters stepping up to support the other. Eventually though, not able to help themselves, the cold wintery temperature increases with the energy they create.

Snowed In is a hilarious fake relationship romcom that will lead the reader into the holiday season full of Christmas spirit and joy.

An easy 5 stars!

I loved everything about this cozy, Christmas-y, fake-dating romance! The setting, the medley of characters, and the romance were all well-developed and the author's writing, especially her dialogue, was top-notch. I loved that the characters had depth and were dealing with realistic issues, like family drama and past relationships. And the best part? No third act breakup! Now that I know this is the second in a series, I will definitely be going back to read Andrew and Molly's story along with Catherine Walsh's other books. I highly recommend you pick up Snowed In this holiday season!