Chasing Cheer was such a cute holiday read! It was such a refreshing story compared to a lot of the other “typical” holiday romance reads. It was such a cute take on your North Pole, Santa Claus Christmas story. You may read this story and know exactly how it’s going to end but that doesn’t stop you from wanting to finish it. The story was full of all the festive holiday feels as if you were right there in Emerald Hollow with Holly and Ash. Super cute!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Allison Davishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAllison Davis2023-10-31 19:54:332023-11-13 12:31:00Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Allison Davis
Holly Claus lives in the North Pole and is the daughter of the famous Santa Claus and she is in charge of collecting the Cheer which powers her home, but she has never been as successful as her father and has to spend a lot more time away from home collecting it, be it at festivals, concerts, or theme parks and she is always trying to find new sources. Ash Hayes is a young man with a twinkle in his eye, he lives in Emerald Hollow and owns a business there, but he also helps the rest of the town out when he needs to and this keeps him very busy, but he loves it and thrives in the atmosphere the towns hard work has created.
When Holly starts out her new Cheer cycle, she decides to do something a little bit different, she finds a flyer about a fall festival in a small town and realises that it isn’t something she has tried yet and that it would be a great opportunity to test a theory she has about small towns and how much Cheer they have, so she hops in her faithful sleigh and heads to Emerald Hollow, but as soon as she enters the nearest place, her Cheer watch goes mad and she cannot understand why, especially when she meets the owner, but she is determined to find out why. Ash is busy preparing for the fall festival the town holds every year, but this year he has also decided to try and boost the Christmas faire that they have, he even enters them into a Hallmark contest, something which will help the town bring in the tourism it so desperately needs, so when a beautiful woman orders one of his famous drinks in his restaurant, he cannot help but be drawn to her and he cannot understand why, but he decides to get to know her a bit first.
As the festival approaches, Holly and Ash spend time together and cannot deny that there is an attraction there, but Holly cannot afford to be distracted and when she mentions that she is leaving after the festival, Ash realises that that isn’t something he wants, he wants someone who stays, however, when she agrees to come back for the Christmas faire, he is glad. Things are not as they seem though and when Holly returns home with her bumper load of Cheer, things start to change for her, but is this change a good or a bad thing and where does Emerald Hollow and Ash fit into it all? Will Holly be able to figure out why her Cheer meter is reacting how it is before Christmas comes around and everything that comes with it, or will everything fall apart and slip between her fingertips? This is a new take on a old festive tale where small towns, Cheer and romance mix to create a magical story that everyone can enjoy.
Chasing Cheer was a cute seasonal read. It was easy to read but I felt like it was missing the hook to really bring me in! I just wanted a little more. The characters were wonderful and it was definitely a nice time of year read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kay Striteskyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKay Stritesky2023-10-21 22:20:332023-10-26 14:30:20Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Kay Stritesky
Great book to enjoy during the holiday season and snuggle up with your hot cocoa. Great characters, great story and it all gives you the best feelings to enjoy. Don’t be disappointed and get your copy today!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Faith Jacksonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFaith Jackson2023-10-21 21:40:342023-10-26 14:29:26Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Faith Jackson
This book was an unexpected twist on the Santa Clause story, mixed with a happily-ever-after story. Holly Clause spends most of every year gathering cheer from the human world to power the North Pole. Everything Holly thinks she knows about the cheer and how it works changes when she finds a flyer for a festival in a small Oregon town, and decides to check it out, figuring that a festival is probably a good source of cheer. When Holly arrives, she quickly realizes that the town and the people in it are different, and the cheer works differently for some reason. Holly spends a little bit of time there, then has to go home, but decides to go back for their Christmas Faire to help the town and the friends that she’s made. What she doesn’t expect, is to fall in love with a human, a man named Ashe, and the effects it will have on her magic. There is a good bit of world building in this book, and the cliff hanger definitely leaves me curious what the future will bring for Holly, Ash, and the rest of the characters we’ve come to care about.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candice Esteshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandice Estes2023-10-21 21:35:272023-10-26 14:29:15Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Candice Estes
This story hit the spot with the cooler weather coming in! I am all about Hallmark Christmas movies and this book gives all the holiday vibes. I love the wholesome romances and then throwing in the holiday just makes that much better. Holly has taken over collecting Christmas Cheer for the North Pole. It is an important job that her dad made look effortless. She finds more than she expected in Emerald Hollow. When Ash comes into the picture everything changes. I loved how reading this book was like watching a movie. You will want to curl up with a fuzzy blanket and some hot cocoa to read Holly’s story! Looking forward to book 2!
Chasing Cheer was such a fun, small town, clean romcom. It is such a great introduction to the Christmas season and it throws you headfirst into all the Christmas feels kind of like the comforting, cozy, joy that you get from a Hallmark movie. Chasing Cheer hit me at just the right time, even though it’s not quite Christmas yet, I appreciated how uplifting this story was. The characters were realistic and likable. Loved the Christmas magic!
Chasing Cheer is Book One in the Magical Emerald Hollow Series. It is a fun, whimsical, contemporary romance with a Christmas vibe. The story centers around the characters of Holly Claus and Ash Hayes. Holly is traveling the world to collect cheer to power the North Pole when she meets Ash in a small town in Oregon. The two have instant chemistry but she is not looking for love and he is not looking to have a relationship with someone who will not be sticking around. Holly and Ash are lovable characters that you know instantly are clearly meant to be together. The chemistry is instant and magical which kept me reading to see what would become of them and if they could make a relationship work. I loved the magical picture the author painted which really drew me into the story. The book was well written, and the scenes were so vividly described it was as though I was fully immersed in the scenes with the characters. It felt like I was watching a movie play out in front of me and I could visualize myself surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells of the Christmas season. I look forward to reading the next book in this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2023-10-21 20:44:322023-10-26 14:28:49Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
The perfect weekend holiday read! I’m a huge fan of the Hallmark Christmas movies and this book could absolutely be made into a movie! It was a quick read that kept me interested the entire time. Holly’s character is so sweet. I felt bad for her not really understanding why she struggled more than her father. I was a bit surprised they didn’t teach her growing up. But if you want to be put in the Christmas spirit, grab this book and a cup of hot cocoa!
As the new(er) head of the Claus business, Holly has to work hard for the cheer to power the North Pole. It doesn’t help that she has to work harder than her father to gather cheer leading her to being out of range for most if the year.
When Holly visits a small Oregon town on a Cheer hunting whim, all she thought she knew about collecting Cheer goes out the window. Emerald Hollow is full of it. Cheer that is. So now she’s determined to figure out why and how she can use the small towns abundance of Cheer to help the North Pole.
Emerald House is more than just a business to Ash Hayes. It’s his world, and everything he’s ever known. After taking over the family business, Ash is determined to bring tourism up in Emerald Hollow, even if it means entering their tiny town into a Hallmark contest.
Holly’s not planning on staying but the amount of Cheer in Emerald Hollow could put Christmas at stake and leave her wanting more at the same time. Ash doesn’t want to love someone who leaves. Neither of them have a choice anymore.
I really struggled at the beginning, I felt that it was written in a very roundabout, odd manner for the first few pages, but it really cleaned up after the first chapter.
It turned out to be a super sweet and adorable holiday read that I’m really glad I stuck around for. A fast-paced storyline once it was in motion and plot that reads like a Hallmark movie and this girl is sold.
I loved the characters and I can’t wait to see what lore we can get from Emerald Hollow and I can only hope it’ll be a bit more holiday fun!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tia Martelhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTia Martel2023-10-21 17:42:532023-10-26 14:27:27Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Tia Martel
Holly Claus collects cheer from around the world to bring back to the North Pole. While out, she sees a flyer for a festival in small town Emerald Hollow and decides to check it out. Holly finds so much cheer around Emerald Hollow and especially around townsmen Ash Hayes and she is determine to find out why the cheer in this town in off the charts and stronger than any concert, festival, or theme park she’s ever been. Ash is determine to make Emerald Hollow a destination town by entering the hallmark competition. Sparks fly when Ash and Holly meet. hopefully they both can get what they are looking for. Very cute book! my first by this author.
I finished this book so fast because it was that good! Chasing Cheer has definitely put me into the Christmas mood! I love a good Rom Com when it’s based around Christmas time! They’re always so fun and cute and full of life! Having the dual POV, alone makes a book great in my opinion. I love when we can see and feel from each character! Makes me fall in love with them even more. Please ready this cozy romantic cheerful holiday read! It’ll sure put you into the Christmas spirit!
First off … how can you not love this cover it’s pink!? Secondly, what a way to wake Christmas cheer from its hibernation 🥰
Where I come from , South Africa , Christmas is celebrated in the summer so all I wanted to do was get the gammon in the oven , the trifle in the fridge , plates of snacks and settle in , escape for a few hours 🥰📚
This was one of those reads that get you into the mood of “ silly season” there’s magic , there’s romance , there’s learning the true meaning of friendships and relationships 🥰
Will I read again? For sure ! Is it something I’d recommend? Oh yes ! It really was a fun , feel good read 🥰📚
Looking for a sweet story to warm your heart and get you in the holiday spirit? Look no further, this story was such a fun and cute read. The author did a wonderful job of bringing this story to life with her words, i definitely had times where it all played out in front of me and I’m a sucker for a story that makes me forget I’m reading a book. Each character is well thought out and easy to connect with. The storyline was unique and intriguing. I’m so ready to see where this author takes readers next. Five stars for a book that gave me all the warm fuzzy feelings.
Chasing Cheer by Heather Schneider is available now in eBook and Physical Book ⭐️⭐️⭐⭐⭐ Book Review
Chasing Cheer is the first installment of the Magical Emerald Hollow series. Grab your mug of cocoa and a warm fuzzy blanket because this novel is going to fill you with all the warm Christmas vibes. You will want to sit on the couch sipping hot cocoa until the very end.
Chasing Cheer is a clean Christmas romance that will make you feel like you are watching a Hallmark Classic. The Characters are enjoyable and the story line will put you in the mood for the holidays. I thoroughly enjoyed Schneider’s writing style. Her novel was very descriptive and allowed me to feel as if I was on this journey with her characters. I would highly recommend this novel to anyone who likes clean romance and is ready to begin welcoming the upcoming holiday season.
Such an amazing read. I don’t know what exactly I was expecting but man was I captivated by this story. Full of surprises around every turn of the page. Fun, engaging, quick read. This would make a perfect Hallmark movie. I cannot go on as I will spoil this book for someone but I just think everyone who loves Christmas stories should grab this book!
Adorable Christmas story, full of magic, love, and all the feels. When Holly Claus decides to check in on a small-town fall festival, she doesn’t know she is changing her life forever. This slow build love story is a good reminder to be present so we don’t miss the joy to be found around us. I am hoping for more stories around the characters in this book because each brought their own little spark.
I absolutely loved this book. It was such a great holiday romance, it has me wishing it was almost Christmas. If you’re looking for a book to put you in the holiday mood, this is it. The idea about needing “cheer” to light up the North Pole is fantastic, I liked Holly’s little stories of places she usually frequents to get cheer. In this book the elves don’t make toys, they make dreams, which I loved. I felt like I was watching a Hallmark movie with how easy the chemistry came between Holly and Ash, it didn’t feel rushed; I felt that seeing Holly interact with other characters made their romance flow nicely. I do wish we could have gotten an answer about the magic in Emerald Hollow but I still enjoyed the book and recommend to anyone looking for a clean romance with a happy ending.
What a hallmark of a story this book turned out to be. I loved the fairytale love story within this book. But also the story of bringing Christmas magic to a small town that is a hallmark town already. I could see this book being a movie and brining it all to life.
Holly is in charge of capturing Christmas Cheer and keeping the spirit alive in the North Pole. She happens across a flier for a festival in a small magical town in Oregon. Little did she know how her life was going to change with her arrival to Emerald Hollow.
When Holly fills her Cheer meter so quickly upon her first trip to Emerald Hollow. She agrees to come back and help with the Christmas Faire. Things turn south and the real question is will Christmas Magic be saved? Will love win out and will Holly be able to tell the truth?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Devon N Pulliamhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDevon N Pulliam2023-10-14 21:05:592023-10-19 07:28:47Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Devon Pulliam
Holly Claus has an enormous job, filling her Cheer meter to keep the North Pole lit. She travels the world looking for locations that are overflowing with Cheer. When she happens upon Emerald Hollow, she finds the quaint little town is a Cheer magnet. She fills her monthly quota in a single day! Holly decides to find out what is so different about this town and why there’s so much cheer. This is a cute, romantic story about love and the magic of Christmas.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Terri Jo McAllisterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTerri Jo McAllister2023-10-14 11:45:272023-10-19 07:41:39Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Terri Jo McAllister
An adorable holiday romance based around Christmas. The author writes the story that easily paints the words into a movie in your mind. Following Holly as she collected the Cheer to power the North Pole was delightful. She was easy to connect with and care about. The other main character Ash was also easy to connect with. Reading the romance between the two main characters made for a sweet holiday romance. A great weekend read!
Chasing Cheer by Heather Schneider is such a fun Christmas story. This is book 1 of the Emerald Hollow series. We follow Holly Claus as she comes to Emerald Hollow to figure out why it has such an abundance of cheer. In the process, she meets Ash Hayes who is trying to build up his tourism business. These two are so sweet together and it is obvious they have a spark from their first meeting. It is clear these two are made for each other but there are obstacles. I really enjoyed this story. It has such a Hallmark movie feel, that has you ready for Christmas movies, crackling fires, and hot chocolate. I loved the whole new spin on the North Pole and Santa Claus. The world-building took me by surprise. I expected the same ole same. I really enjoyed this book and cannot wait to read book 2.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00La Toya Lewishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLa Toya Lewis2023-10-13 16:01:252023-10-19 07:17:57Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by La Toya Lewis
Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider. This is the prefect little book to get you geared up for the holidays. Very Hallmark like and very enjoyable. Its the story of Holly Claus who is responsible for bringing holiday cheer back to the North Pole so they will be able to work. She finds the town of Emerald Hollow and it has a Hallmark feel so she is very excited. There is Christmas Cheer every where Holly looks and she wants in on the magic. Ash is owner of a business in town and it is thriving but other stores are closing up faster than he can blink. He is wanting to build up tourism in Emerald Hollow and this is not helping. When he meets Holly sparks fly. Ash is not looking for a relationship and Holly doesn’t have time but they are drawn to each other. Will Ash be able to figure out why shops are closing and fix it before it effects his shop. Can Holly get all the cheer she needs to take back to the North Pole. Read this fun Holiday romance to find out!
What a sweet read to get ready for the holidays. Emerald Hollow, Oregon was a great backdrop for Holly to visit. I love that her job was to collect Cheer to power the North Pole. The ambiance of the book is that of a holiday time Hallmark Movie – full of love and lessons learned. I loved the elves – both the Keblers and Kringles! The themes of the story hit home to me, right now – finding life balance and where happiness really is in our lives. This is a must read for those who want a good light read that will lift your spirits.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tanya Wallhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTanya Wall2023-10-06 13:38:482023-10-10 08:36:09Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Tanya Wall, October 2023
A sweet take on Christmas magic! Holly is traveling around the world to find cheer so the elves can continue making Christmas magic. What Holly doesn’t realize is that she’s stuck in a never ending cycle that she created herself. What is she missing? Interactions with people! A bit of magic brings Holly to spot a flyer about a fall festival in Emerald Hollow.
The flyer intrigues her and Holly decides to see what the festival is all about. As she starts to connect with the people in the Emerald House and in the town of Emerald Hollow, Holly finds changes she never expected! As she meets Ash and his friends, Holly begins to find the joy in helping with the festival decorations. Meeting Ash and other people in Emerald Hollow is the start of something special for Holly, the elves, and for Ash!
I read this book as the first holiday book for the season as we move into October. It really got me looking ahead to the Holiday season and thinking about other Christmas books to read this year. The story is great, the atmosphere is perfect, and adding some romance is the icing on the cake or maybe I should say hot cocoa!
This is literally such a fun holiday read. It is exactly what I needed to begin to get me into the holiday spirit. This story takes place in the most amazing town called Emerald Hollow, Oregon. It has the best vibe and is filled with the most amazing characters. This is a book that definitely makes you stop and think – as a major theme is finding balance in your life. This book was absolutely fantastic and I loved all the twists on the conventional holiday trope. I definitely recommend this and feel the only thing that would have made this book better is if there had been snow on the ground and I was sitting by the Christmas Tree.
Chasing Cheer is a sweet and wholesome Christmas read. It isn’t the typical small town strangers meeting and falling in love type, but it still has all the best elements. The cheer in Emerald Hollow is something Holly can’t seems to put her finger on, so she works to investigate what makes it so cheerful. As she falls in love with the town and the people, Holly keeps finding reasons to visit again. Ash is selfless, constantly chasing dreams to better Emerald Hollow. He stays busy, but always makes time for everyone else, especially Holly, only he knows so little about her. Only when things take a turn for the worst do Holly and Ash have to be honest about their feelings for each other. The writing is very descriptive, which seemed to slow the story down in some places, but it always picked up again. The twist on the classic Christmas love stories was fun and even unpredictable at times.
“Chasing Cheer” by Heather Schneider is an enchanting five-star holiday tale that captures the essence of the season. From its quirky dedication, “To everyone who starts listening to Christmas music before it’s socially acceptable,” to its heartwarming themes, this book is a perfect read as the Christmas spirit starts to twinkle. Holly Claus embarks on a journey that takes her to Emerald Falls, Oregon, and her encounter with inn owner Ash steals the show. The chemistry between Holly and Ash is palpable, making this book an uplifting and joyful read.
A delightful escape into the magic of Christmas and love, making “Chasing Cheer” a must-read for anyone who adores the holiday season. Schneider’s storytelling is like a cozy, warm blanket on a cold winter’s night, and I eagerly await the possibility of more adventures with Holly and Ash in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Nicole Thompsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNicole Thompson2023-10-02 08:37:362023-10-10 07:44:40Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Nicole Thompson
Chasing Cheer by Heather Schneider is the first book of the new Magical Emerald Hollow series. It follows Holly Claus as she embarks on a cheer collecting mission – searching for good emotions and running from the bad. In an attempt to find new, better ways to collect, Holly visits a smal town in Oregon called Emerald Hollow for the Fall Festival. She meets Asher Hayes who is the owner of a restaurant/coffee shop/hotel and finds her cheer quota met quickly. Holly decides to investigate why that may be and takes readers on a magical hallmark-y journey. I quickly fell in love with the characters and will be watching for more from this series.
You can never read a holiday Christmas story to early…and this book gives you all the feels that of Christmas of friendship, hope, forgiveness, magic, love and Cheer! I really enjoyed this story and I cannot wait to see what is next from this author.
Holly Claus is focused at her job on hand, making sure she is collecting Cheer to help with using it back at home, the North Pole. Holly has visited many places where her job takes her, while visiting her friend in Finland, she sees a flyer about a up and coming festival in Emerald Hollow, Oregon. Holly takes a chance to visit this little town, not expecting to fall in love with everything it has to offer. Holly meets Ash Hayes in the midst…and sparks fly between the two….but both are initially in denial of their feelings. Ash is busy, being a business owner and trying to get the holiday festival up to peak….but slowly his walls around is heart start to fall the more he spends time with Holly. What Ash does not know is who Holly truly is or where she is from. When Holly’s Cheer goes into chaos…will she be able to save Christmas and be honest with Ash of who she truly is?
This is a sweet story that was very enjoyable and just what I needed :).
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