Most Wonderful: A Christmas Novel

4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars | 68 ratings

Price: 15.75

Last update: 12-21-2024


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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.


Top reviews from the United States

Leara Nicole Morris-Clark
4.0 out of 5 stars delightful holiday romcom
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2024
Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark was a delightful holiday romcom in the vein of the traditional lifetime film, only with an exceptionally queer cast and an eccentric matriarch.
Three siblings facing personal crises retreat to their mother's estate for the holidays to tend to their wounds and prepare for the upcoming festivities.
It started slowly but about a third of the way in, things got more interesting, and I was thoroughly engaged throughout the remainder.
Each sibling was struggling with career and relationship issues and there was a lot of room for growth. I found all the characters likable in their own way. They each had unique voices and personalities, and the sibling bond was entertaining and heartwarming.
I enjoyed the writing style, and it was mostly clean of typos, etc., making for a smooth, quick read. I loved the winter setting in Upstate New York. It was beautifully described.
The relationships each sibling had with their significant others felt believable and passionate. I was all in. I could have enjoyed a whole book about each, but the parts given in this family drama were enough to sell the story.
The family dynamics were lovely as well. How each sibling related to one another and their mother and how they supported each other through their struggles was uplifting.
Some serious issues such as mental health, abandonment, miscarriage, past trauma, and chronic illness, were touched on and handled gently and maturely. Be aware that some of those may be triggering.
Most Wonderful was a fun and inspiring holiday novel where a supportive family takes center stage, giving each member room for personal growth and enlightenment. A lot was going on, and I was concerned that it might be too much for one book, but it was balanced well and worked for me.
I would be happy to read more by this author.
#M/M #F/F #mentalhealth #alcoholaddiction #chronicillness #actor #performer #screenwriter #comedian #artist #miscarriage #hollywood #singlemother
Jenna Britton
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is such a sexy, cozy Christmas delight!
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2024
Most Wonderful was such a delight! And I absolutely love Christmas — so I loved the festive, wintry setting of the book — but this is so much more than a holiday novel. I'm so impressed that the author was able to successfully weave the love stories of three very different characters — and also, the beautiful, evolving relationships each of these characters had with their mother! — into one story, but she did it and she did it so well. Each of the characters are three-dimensional and so relatable (even though I am absolutely a Liz, I had quite the crush on Birdie, and really fell in love with all of them); the romance is real, sexy, and joyfully queer; the internal evolution of each main character is so evident and realistic. And it was just so much fun to read! I'm really excited to read this one again come Christmastime :)
Juana
3.0 out of 5 stars Romance, humor and family drama!
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2024
Most Wonderful is a queer rom-com written in three perspectives. It is based on three siblings who are very complicated and their relationships. There was a lot going on with family drama and complex characters but it is heartwarming and has feel good moments. I did find one of the siblings unlikable— more so how she was a bit obsessed with her love interest.

The story did not have an epilogue and made me feel like I was left hanging. Perhaps, the author did that purposely so that readers could imagine the epilogue theirselves.

I appreciate how the author blended the heavy topics with humor as well as the mental health and chronic illness rep. I have the chronic illness that is touched upon in the story and it was a great feeling to see it mentioned as I feel it is rarely ever referred to in novels.

FYI: Most Wonderful is an open door romance. The story is very character driven and there is strong character develop throughout the story.

I recommend this to anyone who enjoys queer romance with a side of humor, family drama and steamy times.

3.5 stars!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️????
Lauren
4.0 out of 5 stars Family Drama and Romance
Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2024
Thank you to Dial Press for the advance reader copy and to PRH Audio for the complimentary audiobook. These opinions are my own.

First, I have to start with how much I appreciated the amazing dedication, "For those who create, seek, or champion queer joy."

I knew this book was for me right from the start. Georgia Clark writes books that follow a variety of characters, often within the same family. And she explores queer relationships in such unique ways.

This book was no exception, as she included three complicated and nuanced siblings as the main characters. I definitely had my favorite, but I enjoyed their interactions as much as any one storyline. Liz is a Hollywood show runner, trying to make her successful show remain so for a second season. Birdie was a middle child struggling with addiction and finding her path. Rafi was the youngest and dealing with romantic disappointment.

All of their love interests were incredibly wise and emotionally mature. They actually felt a little less realistic than the siblings until the end. But I felt each relationship reached exactly the appropriate place for the book.

Patti Murin, Kristen Sieh, and Shawn K. Jain narrated the audiobook incredibly well. Having three narrators helped immediately set the tone for each chapter with easily distinguishable voices for Liz, Birdie, and Rafi.

CW: pregnancy complications, alcoholism, chronic, debilitating illness
Rita
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, feel-good holiday read with rom-com vibes
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2024
This was an absolute delight, and my only regret is that I didn’t save it for closer to the holidays. It was so fun to read a rom-com that was not focused on the stress of being queer, but instead centered queer success and joy! Loved this book and now looking for more books like this one for the holiday season. Highly recommend this one!

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