Book Review: The Christmas Yes List by Melissa Ferguson

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Yes, yes, yes! Or is it no, no, no?

Chloe Hollis has been a people pleaser her whole life. Boyfriends, family, friends, and especially bosses have taken advantage of her, and she has let them. Well, no more. After her boss pressures her to fudge the company’s records, she has finally had enough. Armed with a book on rejection therapy, Chloe sets out to turn her life around, become tougher, and learn how to say no to others and, in essence, yes to herself. She has seven days of Christmas break to undo a lifetime of habitual yeses.

James, an executive from New York, becomes her next potential “no.” Chloe swallows her pride, silences the screaming voice in her head, and offers him a ride to his destination. Of course, he will say no…except he doesn’t. Hilarious hijinks ensue as Chloe bravely attempts to squeeze a “no” out of him.

The Christmas Yes List is a delight to read, filled with humor, silliness, and meaningful connection. Melissa Ferguson’s voice shines throughout. She has a wonderful way of taking the mundane, turning it on its ear, and making it impossible not to laugh. Chloe and James, unlikely friends who may become something more, set off on an adventure together and discover they have more in common than it first appears.

One of my favorite scenes is when Chloe speaks honestly about her dreams for the future, dreams that fly in the face of today’s fast-paced world. I wanted to cheer for her. This is a wonderful story filled with humor, falling in love, and, best of all, personal growth. Recommended for anyone who enjoys a good laugh, heartfelt character development, and watching two people fall in love.

Request The Christmas Yes List at your local library, preorder it at most retailers, or find it for sale on Amazon.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Melissa Ferguson and Thomas Nelson Fiction. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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Book Blurb:

All she wants for Christmas is a rejection.

Chloe Hollis is done being a people-pleaser. After one too many bad decisions--including a job that asked her to cross a line she couldn't--she's determined to change. Her plan? Collect ten nos before Christmas by asking strangers for the most ridiculous favors she can think of.

It should be easy.

But then? Then she meets James.

Instead of shutting her down, the charming out-of-towner keeps saying yes--to Christmas karaoke, to small-town holiday traditions, to every spontaneous, hilarious, totally chaotic idea she throws his way. And the more he says yes, the harder it becomes for Chloe to stick to her plan . . . or protect her heart.

Because James has a reason for saying yes to everything, too--and it might cost them both more than they bargained for.

As their opposite missions collide in a swirl of festive mishaps, unexpected courage, and undeniable chemistry, Chloe starts to wonder if the biggest risk isn't rejection after all . . . but saying yes to something real.