A woman inspired by the rom-com "The Holiday" is gearing up to swap her Boston studio with a stranger's home in Europe, living out her rom-com dreams, a la Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet. Finding Tomorrow: Bluebird Bay Series, Book 1, A Stoneybrook Mystery Collection: A Cozy Mystery Box Set Books 1-3, Christmas at Fireside Cabins: An Absolutely Heart-Warming and Feel-Good Festive Romance, Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2022, Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2021. Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2022. Charlie takes over the family bakery back home, while Cass heads to the set of Sweet and Salty. Let's break down what makes it warm and cozy as your favorite mittens by analyzing the Hallmarky tropes the writing pair known as Maggie Knox bring to the page. This is a really good rom con and a brilliant romance to cosy up with. 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Two friends swap homes temporarily to experience New places as they settle on what they want to do with their lives. poetry resources, contests, giveaways, gift guides and more! Just days before Christmas, Charlie asks her sister to impersonate her so that she doesnt lose everything shes worked so hard for. Coproduced by Bruce A. The settings in rural England & Barcelona were an added attraction to the cute story. Love reading books relating to holiday stories. Just below that it reads "Ticket Confirmation#:" followed by a 10-digit number. The publisher has billed The Holiday Swap as a romantic comedy - as they do; however, I would say that it was light on the comedy. Her bestselling novels include 'Bridesmaids', 'No One Cancels Christmas', 'The Wedding Date', 'The Holiday Swap', 'Summer with the Country Village Vet', 'Blackberry Picking at Jasmine Cottage' and the popular Tippermere series - 'Stable Mates', 'Country Affairs' and 'Country Rivals'. At the gala, Arthur walks onstage unassisted, and Miles asks Iris out on a date for New Year's Eve. The interiors of Amanda's house were filmed at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City. I would recommend sitting by the fire next to your twinkling Christmas tree and transport yourself to another cozy Christmas and the wonderful setting of Barcelona. The story alternates between Flo and Daisy who have been friends for awhile. Yet there are several Christmas movies that involve swapping in some form. The Holiday Swap is about well exactly that two people whom swap places for Christmas. While one is a successful lawyer, the other is forced to take care of their mother. According to Hoffman, this was unscripted and unexpected. While Daisy jets off to Barcelona and decides to stick around for a while Flo returns to Daisys Cheshire home to look after all of her animals. If youve been to Barcelona before you will be able to imagine yourself back there and as Daisy becomes more acquainted with it she settles right in and right into a friendship with Flos handsome friend Javier. All in all, this was such a cozy read that's perfect for the holidays. 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Cass has her own problems. But regardless of the type of swapping, the outcome usually results in the characters learning a moral lesson. If you'd enjoy falling in love with delicious heroes, or a wonderful wolf hound, step this way. So, reading it in what ever time you have to spare, like I had to, feels very disloyal. Headlines: Twins At least it wasn't Freaky Friday Silly swaps Annoying lies I just didn't gel with this popular Christmas read. As audiences would expect, they fall in love with each other during this situation. One of these items ships sooner than the other. [18], The UK part of the film was partially shot in Godalming and Shere, a town and village in the county of Surrey in South East England that dates back to the 11th century. Coming Soon. A feel-good, holiday-themed romantic comedy about identical twins who switch lives in the days leading up to Christmas-perfect for fans of Christina Lauren's In a Holidaze and Josie Silver's . KARMA: My family's Christmas Cake recipe is the one thing I make every holiday season! Melissa Hill, Runtime: UPtv's official synopsis of the film states: The film features Alex Paxton-Beesley and Morgan David Jones in the lead roles, along with various others essaying important supporting roles. Language: English. "[29] Ruthe Stein of the San Francisco Chronicle remarked that the film was "the most love-centric movie since Love Actually." Charlie had a bump to the head and hence the reason the book was born, Cass is some sister doing what she did for Charlie - it shows the true bond between sisters (identical twin sisters, even!) Matthew Wilkinson is a Senior Writer with Screen Rant and has been part of the team since 2019. This is a festive novel with a Spanish twist. Patrick lives in a fancy place in London and Molly has a cute house that is much more charming. The Picture of Christmas starsChelsea Hobbs (Marthas Vineyard Mysteries, The Holiday Sitter), Giles Panton (Man In The High Castle, DCs Legends Of Tomorrow), and Mila Jones (Christmas At The Golden Dragon, Nikki & Nora: Sister Sleuths). She enjoys writing about Hallmark, Lifetime, UPtv, and Cosy Mysteries. After reading it I was a little disappointed. When chef Charlie Goodwin gets hit on the head on the L.A. set of her reality baking show, she loses a lot more than consciousness; she also loses her ability to taste and smell-both critical to her success as show judge. Even when he learns that Iris is spending some time away to try and help herself get over him, he cannot leave her alone. Tucked away in the idyllic English countryside, Daisy Fischers cosy little cottage has always been her safe haven. RELATED:10 Best Musical Numbers In Christmas Movies. The Holiday Swap Maggie Knox 3.59 50,273 ratings7,113 reviews A feel-good, holiday-themed romantic comedy about identical twins who switch lives in the days leading up to Christmas--perfect for fans of Christina Lauren's In a Holidaze and Josie Silver's One Day in December. UPtvs Christmas On Holly Lane airs on Saturday, November 19, at 9 p.m., Eastern. Jasper surprises Iris by showing up at Amanda's, but drawing on the example of the women from Arthur's films, she kicks him out. The Holiday Swap stars Alex Paxton-Beesley (Murdoch Mysteries, Pure), Morgan David Jones (When Hope Calls, Jupiter's Legacy), Julius Cho (Wedding Season, What We Do In The Shadows), Ian D. Clark (Styled With Love, Avonlea), Vanessa Jackson (Star Trek: Discovery, Workin' Moms), Cecilia Lee (Gem & Shaw, Late Night Ethics . So you know the plot: big city woman goes to a small town and falls in love with small town firefighter/bookseller/etc. Both heartfelt and surprisingly dark, theres no doubt why this film is a Christmas classic. Alex Paxton-Beesley plays the role of Ally in The Holiday Swap. With only days until Christmas, a desperate Charlie asks Cass to do something they havent done since they were kids: switch places. (LogOut/ Graham is an incredibly intelligent, analytical, and kind person, and he's very likeable. KARMA: It is impossible to choose. Fans of UPtv's romantic movies like Infamously in Love and A Tiny Home Christmas will undoubtedly enjoy this one due to similarities in tone and theme. It is one of my top Christmas books to read now. Why Do Hearties Think Chris McNally Left When Calls The Heart? I have to say I loved both settings. Christmas on Holly Lane stars Sarah Lancaster (Chuck, Everwood), Karen Holness (The Christmas Promise, Dying To Belong), and Gina Holden (His Deadly Affair, Final Destination 3). Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 17, 2016. An utterly adorable, pitch-perfect romance with just the right amount of Christmas cheer. Ive been fortunate enough to be there for a day at the end of a holiday and its somewhere Id love to go back to. Starring Kate Winslet and Cameron Diaz, the 2006 Nancy Meyers film follows two women who decide to switch homes (and continents) for the holidays after facing major heartbreak. Apart from The Holiday Swap, Paxton-Beesley has essayed various characters in various popular and acclaimed shows and films like Cardinal, Pure, The Strain, and Wynonna Earp, to name a few. RELATED:10 Best Cameron Diaz Movies, According To IMDb. It's rare in movies to see a character be a single father and the way Graham gives his best to everything really does make him a hit with audiences. Flo lives in the fabulous setting of Barcelona right in the heart of the city which couldnt be any further from the rural village that Daisy lives in. The story unfolded nicely and I enjoyed reading their romantic entanglements; especially as the swap created an inevitable confusion. Amanda's life changes for the better and she becomes a far more positive person, with the growth in her confidence being a very likable thing to watch. If you are looking for a Christmas romance that is light, fluffy, and clean, this is a decent option. Not as EXCITING as Id hoped a twin-swap story would be, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 31, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 3, 2022, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 8, 2022, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 29, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 12, 2022, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. She agrees and kisses him. She felt that The Holiday "has charming moments and a hopeful message for despondent singles, but it lacks the emotional resonance of Meyers' Something's Gotta Give (2003) and the zaniness of What Women Want (2000). I fell in love with Miguel and Jake from the start, I was rooting for them both and at points, I found myself shouting at the girls to just come clean! Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Both of them are incredibly cute, polite, and well-mannered children, clearly being brought up in the right way. NEXT:Kate Winslets 10 Best Movies (According To IMDb). I appreciated how some of the characters figured out the switch, which feels more realistic than even the . I don't feel it's really Christmas until I've snuggled down under a cosy blanket with a fully loaded hot chocolate and a plate of homemade mince pies to watch The Holiday. Romance, Original Language: Following the story of George Bailey, who takes over his fathers loan company in spite of his own ambitions, the movie has nothing to do with Christmas until the end. I enjoyed this book a lot and it brought about many smiles and laughs along the way, Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2022. It just kept getting swept away and she ignored her doctors advice constantly. It's not filled with mystery or excitement. Frustrated with their current lives and workloads, the two decide to switch places until Christmas. Zara Stonely always delivers pacey, well written fiction, and she's done it again here. TWO LOVE STORIES. I always recommend this author to fans of Jilly Cooper especially ones who love Jilly's quick witted humour and puns but struggle with the huge cast of characters and animals. Then the Hallmark Channel did its own version with the 2017 movie Switched for Christmas. . In fact, I can not think of a single time I even smiled or chuckled due to humor. Fans love learning more about A Christmas Prince. Jon Prescott appears as Maggie's short-time affair. By using The StoryGraph, you agree to our use of cookies.We use a small number of cookies to provide you with a great experience. That night, Iris's handsome book editor brother, Graham, drops by after drinking too much at the local pub, asking to spend the night. All they want for Christmas is a different life. By creating an account, you agree to the Discounts, promotions, and special offers on best-selling magazines. They won't be able to see your review if you only submit your rating. 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