Book Review: All the Jingle Ladies by Beth Garrod

Molly has hated Christmas for as long as she can remember. When she was little, her Parents made a Christmas video that, over the years, went viral. It wouldn’t be so bad if she wasn’t in it, embarrassingly singing a jingled line that has haunted her ever since. Everyone knows that little girl in that video. So as a consequence, Molly has branded herself a Christmas-hater, trying to rid herself of anything jolly and red. Only, she does want the festive season to be perfect for her best friend, and tries to put her Grinch-ness away for the sake of making happy memories.

But when her Parents “hit” song is being used in only the newest and best Christmas movie, the feeling of coming full circle drowns Molly in glitter again before December even arrives. And even though she tries to get out of it and dodge the movie premiere, she finds herself tunnelling into a secluded space away from the cameras. That’s when she meets a handsome guy—and as sparks fly, she desperately wants to make sure that her two worlds don’t collide. But when she’s not the only one with secrets, how can this Christmas be better for her? And will the tables finally turn and Molly get the Christmas she deserves? 

Overall, All The Jingle Ladies was a one-sitting, warm-feeling kind of book that instantly made me feel festive and nostalgic. I adore the world-building Beth uses and she has this delicate way of making us feel ultra-close to the characters. Whilst I didn’t agree with all the choices and things Molly did and said, I saw her as this young girl that lost the magic of Christmas in the tangled-ness of growing up, and by the end, I warmed to her so very much. If you’re looking for a light, wholesome YA Romance that has family, friendship, Christmas feels and more, this is the book for making your December just that much brighter. Four dazzling stars!