Dear Santa, Please stop by my house and pick up your suit. If you thought I was going to run it to the dry cleaners for you after you left it on my bedroom floor, you’ve got another think coming. Best, Noel WinterWarning: Reindeer Falls is more naughty than nice. They’re over-the-top Christmas with merrily-ever-afters guaranteed. These stories are novella length for quick holiday binging. Enjoy!
Jana Aston wraps up her Reindeer Falls series with the adorable The One Night Stand Before Christmas and now I want MORE! This series has been such a delight to read and I fell in love with the quirky yet quaint town of Reindeer Falls. The One Night Stand Before Christmas reads as a complete standalone but I highly recommend you read the first two books because they are so fun and take place at the same time as this book so it will really enhance your reading experience.
This time we get Noel’s story, the last of the Winter sisters. She’s funny, sweet, festive and a bit awkward. When she meets Teddy, she’s instantly enamored with his sexy Santa. These two together are so fun and I found myself laughing at their interactions. Their story is sexy and fun and moves at a quick pace. Because it’s the third book in a series, we do get spoilers for the first two so like I said above, you should totally read them! Aston does a great job getting readers into the holiday spirit and keeping us immersed in all things Christmas. It was the perfect ending to an adorably sexy and fun series. 4 stars
I loved this novella the best out of all three, don’t get me wrong all of them have been amazing but I think Teddy stole my heart. Noel was funny, hardworking, and my favorite Winter sister. She meets Teddy the day she is helping out with a picture with Santa day and meets Teddy thinks he is her coworkers brother and forces him into the Santa suit. Teddy is this charismatic, handsome guy who is highly attracted to Noel almost immediately, he sets out to get to know her more but wires get crossed, things aren’t what they seem and Teddy isn’t exactly who Noel thought he was. I loved this so much and the sweetness of “tell me a secret” part was adorable. Great read!
Another short and sweet, hot and hilarious Christmas story from Jana Aston. Noel and Teddy’s romantic story included a mistaken identity and some cheesy holiday pickup lines. It will leave you feeling as warm and fuzzy as a Santa costume.
I received an Advanced Reading Copy and I am leaving my honest review.
Oooooh! What’s it like to have Santa for a night?! Well, I know I’m jealous of Noel with THIS Santa! LOL! This story was a sweet and steamy Christmas novella that is not at all Hallmark-ish. Well, maybe a naughty version, not suitable for cable tv. I loved the humor and the witty jokes and inner monologues that has become trademark to this author. It was a super cute and quick read. I definitely recommend reading this collection to help out you in the Christmas mood.
Noel and Teddy are brilliant characters, and their story is a delightful finale to the fantastic Reindeer Falls series. It’s full of Christmas cheer and festive fun. Theirs plenty of laugh out loud funny moments, a sexy Santa, and a wonderful storyline that makes this novella an absolute joy to read. I highly recommend this fabulous series!
Book 3 in the Reindeer Falls collection and once again I loved it! How could you not?!….
We meet sister number 3 Noel and she has the sibling trait of fun, quirky, funny and has a big heart, then we have Teddy (who I do think he has slipped into number 1 spot for me!) He is laid back, funny as, sexy and just down right irresistible!!
These two together are perfect and this most definitely a collection that you could read over and over again!
5 well deserved Christmas stars
I voluntarily received an arc from the author and this is my honest review
My favourite of the series, this novella packed a whole lot of chemistry in! Totally adored Teddy and Noel’s story, from start to finish!
The One Night Stand Before Christmas by Jana Aston
I was soooooo eager to see what Noel had gotten up to when she revealed that she’d slept with Santa and this novella did not disappoint. I was fully invested from Noel and Teddy’s first meeting which grabbed me and didn’t let go till the very end. This book had all the laughter and sexiness that Jana Aston is notorious for and is a great conclusion to this series. Having said that, I don’t want this to be the end of Reindeer Falls! I’ve enjoyed each of these books and all of the characters immensely and saying goodbye to them is not going to work for me! I can pretty much guarantee that I’ll be reading the series every year leading up to Christmas so at least that’s something to look forward to.
Absolutely recommend this series to those who love RomComs and characters who are sexy and quirky and whatever else you need them to be. Just wonderful.
*I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.
**Reviewed by Melinda for Joandisalovebooks Blog.
I was given this ARC as an honest read for an honest review. Let me just say I loved, loved, this book!! Noel works with senior citizens, making sure they are active. She mistakes the man who is supposed to play Santa named, Teddy. Well let’s just say this Teddy is taken with Noel from the start. All the things Noel would never do, she does with Teddy! If you want something fun and easy to read, then pick it upnow!!
Just A.D.O.R.A.B.L.E.!
The One Night Stand Before Christmas is author Jana Aston’s conclusion to her Reindeer Falls series. The three book series of standalone holiday novellas are a sweet with heat reads.
I loved that this book starts with a sizzlingly naughty night with “Santa” and ends with a marshmallow-in-my-cocoa sweet romance. The crazy Christmas jokes and puns are fun, and they make the main character, Noel Winter, even more endearing.
I loved each of the Winter sisters, but I have to say that Noel found the best beau. Teddy is heart-meltingly charming and considerate. Back to Noel…I loved her work with “active adults”. Her efforts at senior matchmaking were cute, but paled in comparison to that of her “active adults”!
Fantastic characters, fun plot and a great mix of humor and cuteness make The One Night Stand Before Christmas a charming, quick read.
In The One Night Stand Before Christmas, a case of mistaken identity leads to a night of possibility…and the need for a Christmas miracle. I adored the way JAston tied up this trilogy of novellas. They were all heartwarming stories with various amounts of humor which have me welcoming the holiday season. 🙂
The One Night Stand Before Christmas is Noel’s story and I’d been eager for it because, of the three Winter sisters, she seemed the most cynical. Which was ironic considering her love of Christmas. We didn’t really get the “why” behind her cynicism, which was disappointing, but I enjoyed how Santa 😉 diminished it just a little.
I knew right away Noel was mistaken about Teddy/Santa but I honestly think he’d have agreed to anything she asked he was so taken with her. Talk about a meet cute. And then he was so charming and good with the kids. I’d have fallen for him, too.
I was giggle-snorting when Noel decided Teddy was just a fling even though she really liked him and proceeded to make her escape. But I also felt for her not wanting to take a chance. There was a story there, I’m sure. The way things turned out, JAston has me believing in magical small towns and Christmas miracles. 🙂
The epilogue was a nice touch. It stayed true to Noel and Teddy’s story and we also got updates on Holly and Ginger. I appreciated that.
Reindeer Falls has been a pleasant place to spend some time along with getting to know the Winter sisters. I delighted in watching them all find their HEA with some help from a little holiday magic.
Tis the season to be naughty!!! After reading this short but lovely novella and having “Teddy” as Santa I believe I have a Santa fetish as well. So you go, girl!! Noel Eve Winter is everything I have expected and then some. Sweet but feisty and when she wants something she really goes for it. Lucky her this time she wanted one of the good ones because Theo is just lovely. 5 Merry Stars!
Teddy is one sexy man. Who was in the right place for a meeting he will never forget. Noel is one lucky woman. Who was in the right place for a meeting she will always be thankful for. Loved this fun sexy .
Yes! Jana went there – a dirty, one night hook-up with Santa and it’s glorious. The frankly ridiculous set up and saucy puns had me cackling all the way through the story. I have to say I hope that Jana decides to add to the Reindeer Falls collection in the future. They are the perfect mix of sexy, silly and sweet with the quirky heroines, snarky heroes and heart that are an Aston trademark.
5 twinkling stars.
4.25 stars!
Noel loves everything about the town of Reindeer Falls. She especially loves it during Christmas time because all the holiday fun is kicked up a notch. When the town Santa goes missing, he is replaced by her co-worker’s brother, Teddy. She’s been warned to stay away from the so called bad boy but when he comes to fill the job there’s a connection she can’t shake. They just click. They have so much fun together and when one thing leads to another, they end up sharing an unforgettable night together.
“I just had a one-night stand with Santa Claus. That’s one hell of a way to get on the naughty list.”
The One Night Stand Before Christmas is a delicious holiday treat that will make you laugh, swoon, and fall in love. It’s full of sugar and spice and everything nice (and naughty), and I loved it!
Teddy fills in for the missing Santa and charms children and adults alike but it seems he only has eyes for Noel. He is fun and flirty and super swoony, and Noel eats it up. He is not shy at hiding his interest and Noel just goes with it.
The banter is fresh, the chemistry is sizzling, and the sexy times are smoking hot. This couple is on fire even if it’s just for the night.
There is a big twist that is hilarious to say the least but it doesn’t change a thing. They can’t deny that there is something really special between them and I loved that they go all in.
“I’m terrible at dating,” I warn—or object, I’m not even sure which I’m doing, but he should probably know.
“I don’t care.”
“What do you mean?”
“You were terrible at dating before you met me. This is me and you, Noel. And we are going to be good together.” He grins. “Also I’m going to deadbolt the door when we have sleepovers so you can’t run away.”
Overall, The One Night Stand Before Christmas is so much fun and the perfect addition to the Reindeer Falls series. I love the Winter sisters and their fun, fresh, festive love stories. It’s definitely a series to binge to get you in the holiday mood!
Noel is the oldest of the Winter sisters and not really looking for love. Can a one night stand with Santa cause Noel to get coal in her stocking?? This is the last story in the Reindeer Falls books. You will not be disappointed!!
Okay, as much as I’ve loved each story in the Reindeer Falls series, Noel and Teddy’s story is my favorite! Noel, the oldest sister is just as much in love with Christmas and Reindeer Falls as her sisters are. Teddy was like every girl’s fantasy come true.
Jana definitely knows how to write a fun and flirty story. Noel gets roped into stepping in for her co-worker whose brother is supposed to play Santa for the kids at the community center. There is instant attraction when Noel meets Teddy and before you know the two are ho-ho-ho’ing it up in Noel’s bed.
The banter between Noel and Ted was so fun to read. The Christmas and Santa jokes were super funny, as was a lot of the sexual innuendo Noel was throwing Teddy’s way. Only Jana would come up with a story about a girl named “Noel” hooking up with Santa Claus!
I’m sad the series is over!! I hope this isn’t the last we see of the Winter sisters!
Definitely my favorite of this series. A great holiday themed storyline. I loved the chemistry and banter between Teddy and Noel. A perfect quick and flirty read with some heat.
The finale of our Christmas-y sister’s stories in magical Reindeer Falls comes to an end with Noel’s story. Mix Meet-cute, super sexy Hallmark movie and a great mistaken identity together and you get a wonderfully witty, nicely steamy wonderful holiday story that will make you wish for more. I need more Teddy…I swear Jana Aston saved the best for last. Noel, who seems to be the one who keeps others a bit at a distance…is really just looking for her own Christmas magic!
“Doesn’t everyone want to find their person, Noel? The one they can tell all their secrets to?”
Tell me a secret!!
The shortcut Xmas just got a new meaning for me. X-rated season – LOL. The last installment in the series was again hilarious and steaming. I enjoyed every second of it. Jana is a master of expressions giving them another significance. I laughed quite a lot and seriously guys if you love funny short read get this whole series and you won´t be disappointed even a little bit.