A charming queer holiday romance about three adult siblings, each at a personal and romantic crossroads, who reunite at their larger-than-life mother's Catskills manor for an unforgettable Christmas, from the author of It Had to Be You.
It's the most romantic time of the year.
It's the most romantic time of the year. Three adult siblings, each at a personal and romantic crossroads, reunite with their larger-than-life mother at her Catskills manor for an unforgettable Christmas in "the funny queer holiday rom-com we've always wanted to read" (Self).
"Perfectly captures the glimmering magic of love at the holidays."-Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners
The holidays are fast approaching, and the Belvedere siblings are a mess. Liz, a Hollywood showrunner and responsible eldest, has no idea how to follow up her hit show's first season, or how to deal with her giant crush on its star, Violet Grace. Birdie turned her chronic middle-child syndrome into a career as a stand-up comic, but since she spends more time wooing women than working on new material, she's facing one-hit-wonder status, especially once she gets axed by her manager. And Rafi, sensitive romantic and the baby golden boy, proposes to his co-worker girlfriend in front of their entire company, only to be turned down by the woman he thought was the love of his life.
Born to three different fathers, the three adult children share one mother- famed actress and singer Babs Belvedere. Seeking direction and holiday cheer, all three siblings head up to their mother's house in the country, determined to swear off love and focus on themselves and their work. But the spirit of the season seems to have different plans for them, and their best intentions are quickly derailed in the most delightful and festive of ways.
Emotional, smart, and sexy, this queer holiday rom-com celebrates love, family, and the wild creative life-perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Casey McQuiston.
About the Author
Georgia Clark is a novelist, performer, and, in addition to Most Wonderful, the author of Island Time, It Had to Be You, The Bucket List, The Regulars and two YA books. Clark is the host and founder of the internationally popular storytelling night, Generation Women, which is performed monthly at Joe's Pub in New York. A native Australian, she lives in Brooklyn with her hot wife and sweet toddler.
Industry Reviews
“A heartwarming, festive journey of self-discovery, love, and family.”—Buzzfeed, “24 Newly Released LGBTQ+ Christmas Book Recs for Every Day of Advent”
“Very funny and sexy.”—The Cut, “The Best Smut Books to Give As Gifts”
“[This] contemporary holiday classic . . . will give you a reason to skip spending time with your own sibling to make it through just one more glorious chapter.”—Vulture, “9 Great Queer Holiday Romance Novels to Cozy Up With This December”
“It feels cozy, like the literary equivalent of a great new sweater—except it’s hot, not just warm.”—Bustle, “The Best New Books of Fall 2024”
“This feel-good fare will get you in the Hallmark-movie-watching spirit. . . . Georgia Clark has written the funny queer holiday rom-com she says she’s always wanted to read. Us too.”—SELF, “12 Books That’ll Get You in That Cozy Fall Mood”
“Clark’s writing style is whimsical, delightful, and oh-so-easy to read. Like a cup of warm cocoa on a day when it’s just too cold (or too scary) to go outside.”—Katie Couric Media, “Reading Rx: A Book Recommendation for Every Emotion You Might Be Feeling This Week”
