I’m Dreaming of a Wyatt Christmas by Tiffany Schmidt is a cute and festive romcom that is sure to put readers in the holiday spirit. This one combines ballet and babysitting as the main character spends the holidays babysitting her favourite clients at a ski resort. The characters are lovable, and the descriptions of winter activities throughout the book make for a cosy reading experience. This is a great read for those looking for something light with a touch of chaos this holiday season.
Title: I'm Dreaming of a Wyatt Christmas Author: Tiffany Schmidt
Publisher: Amulet Books
Genres: Contemporary, Young Adult Fiction
Publication Date: October 26, 2021
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Ballet and babysitting bring two teens together in this very merry holiday rom-com from the author of the acclaimed Bookish Boyfriends series
Noelle Partridge is known for three things: being the best ballet dancer, babysitter, and person with the most Christmas spirit in her small town. But lately she’s bored by the lessons at her dance school, and her friends and father are more bah humbug than Hallmark movie marathon. So when her favorite babysitting clients ask her to accompany them on a ski trip over winter break, she packs her bags for the slopes. It helps that they’re offering double her rate—she’ll need the money for Beacon, an elite ballet academy that’s granted her an audition.
Noelle is ready to “Deck the Halls” and have fa la la la fun, until Wyatt, the older half-brother of her babysitting charges, decides to surprise his family for the holiday. He’s one of the best dancers at Beacon, and makes Noelle’s head spin faster than pirouettes. Unfortunately, she also manages to step on his toes—spoiling his surprise and complicating his secret plans. After a few missteps, Noelle and Wyatt begin to thaw toward each other and bond over the big decisions looming in each of their lives. With enough Christmas magic, Noelle might just start the New Year with lots of babysitting cash in her pocket and a chance with the pas de deux partner of her dreams.
❃ I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. ❃
Review: I’m Dreaming of a Wyatt Christmas, Tiffany Schmidt
Christmas enthusiast Noelle has always made big plans for the holidays, but this year, with her dad and best friends too busy for her activities, Christmas doesn’t feel the same. However, when her favourite babysitting clients invite her on a ski trip to help out over winter break, she’s excited for the chance to get back into the holiday spirit, and the opportunity to earn some more money to put toward an elite ballet academy. That is, until the kids’ older stepbrother, who happens to be Noelle’s crush, shows up at the lodge, throwing her world into chaos.
❀ Loveable Main Character
Noelle is a loveable main character, and I enjoyed her voice. She is a talented dancer, but, since her current dance school is no longer challenging enough for her, she is looking for a way to advance her career. Wyatt happens to go to the same school Noelle dreams about, but he doesn’t see the same magic in Beacon that she does. I enjoyed the dynamic between these two characters and the way they are able to open up to each other. The kids are also so well-written, and I adored reading about the havoc they wreak.
❀ Winter Vibes
This book also has peak winter vibes, and there are so many festive activities throughout the book. From building snowmen to decorating gingerbread houses, it is easy to become immersed in the holiday spirit. The ski lodge setting is also so cosy, making this a great read to curl up with by the fire.
❀ Upbeat and Entertaining
I’m Dreaming of a Wyatt Christmas by Tiffany Schmidt is an upbeat and entertaining holiday read. I loved the combination of ballet, skiing, and babysitting, and the characters are each well-written. This one also contains plenty of holiday cheer, making it a great seasonal story for a younger YA audience.
About Tiffany Schmidt
Tiffany Schmidt is the author of Send Me a Sign, Bright Before Sunrise, and Hold Me Like a Breath (Once Upon a Crime Family book 1).
She’s found her happily ever after in Pennsylvania with her saintly husband, impish twin boys, and a pair of mischievous puggles.
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Olivia ❀ YA book blogger, Starbucks lover, novice New Yorker, & professional bibliophile.
This sounds so cute! We’re always looking for more holiday romances.
I hope that you enjoy it if you give it a try! 🙂
I think I need to read this one before the holidays! It seems like everyone (including you!) is enjoying it. I love that it was upbeat and entertaining. That’s what I want in a holiday romance. I don’t want too many tears.
Right?! I need uplifting stories for the holidays, too! 🙂
Sounds good. Love holiday romances.
Same! 🙂
Ooh, I love all the winter/holiday vibes – I love getting wrapped up in all those details!
Same, Angela! 🙂
What a cute and upbeat story!
It is so fun! 🙂
I agree, Noelle was very lovable. My heart ached for her missing her mother, and though he was not “gone”, missing her dad too. The holiday stuff was lots of fun as well.
Absolutely! So glad that you enjoyed it, too! 🙂
This is one I’ve been looking forward to, partly because I love the title! And from your review it sounds like it is just what I was hoping. Thanks for sharing, now to get my hands on a copy!
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I hope that you love it, Lisa! 🙂
Sounds like a really cute book.
Great holiday book. Love the play on white.
Sounds like a good book
This sounds like a great holiday read!
This book sounds like a warm, lovely read. Love the fun cover!
Sounds like a light, fun read!
Sounds like a good read for the holidays
I’ve had this one on my TBR since last year and hope to finally read it this winter. The cover is what drew me in initally, so I am happy to hear you enjoyed it. Wonderful review.
Sounds like a really cute, fun read!
It doesn’t have to be Christmas time to read this. Sounds like a cute fun book to read.
i like all the points you shared!