Thank you to Netgalley, Pan Macmillan, and Sookie Snow for sending me this ARC!

If anyone is craving a cosy, cute Christmas read, look no further because this book is all of that and more. The way Snow wrote about cooking throughout the story was with genuine passion, and for lack of a better word, addictive. It made me experience the pleasures of cooking even though I don't like to cook, haha. The writing flowed and didn't feel unnatural or overly complicated, which is key for a cosy book. Additionally, the characters were well developed, with both the main characters, Eleanor and Charles, feeling so realistic with their personalities, flaws, motivations, and backstories. One thing that I will say is that more description of the characters' appearances throughout the story is needed. In terms of backstory, I appreciated how both characters have tragic backstories that were discussed. However, this doesn't make the story feel heavier emotionally, which is great because, while it is a cosy Christmas romance, it shouldn't shy away from dealing with darker themes. Kudos to Snow for finding that delicate balance between keeping the book light-hearted and exploring darker topics.

Something else that I would love to acknowledge is the originality of the story. I have never read something like this, and it was refreshing and enticed me even more.

I recommend it to everyone, but most of all seasonal readers, as it put me into the Christmas spirit, and it's only August XD.

⭐️ 3.5 stars ⭐️
Elle is a chef, garnering all the experience she can before going to London to a special cooking school. These things aren't cheap so to aid tuition, she takes a job as a chalet girl/private chef with a billionaire family. Wouldn't you know, the son of said family is actually the biggest dish of them all and that's where the trouble starts. Or more accurately, where the trouble should start, for "Chef's Kiss at the Chalet" is just very sweet. I'm always saying that I don't like drama for drama's sake so in some ways I'm thrilled. I hope it isn't a spoiler to say that there is no third act break up and miscommunication is used very gently. I read this in two sittings, but ultimately felt that the beginning was more propulsive than the end. This would be the perfect novel for an afternoon during betwixtmas, when all energy is spent and you want to escape somewhere snowy and romantic in your mind.

I had loved the movie Chalet girl staring Felicity so I was excited to check this one out! It was such a cute relatable story. I loved Elle’s character and could relate so much to her lifestyle and background. It was fun watching her fall for the well to do son of the Chalet and watching sparks fly. Very cute enjoyable read