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  Sandra Zarlina Josefsson

  5 out of 5 stars

  The perfect Christmas read

  Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2026

  Format: Kindle

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  This was so, so sweet, and the perfect read for Christmas. I know my review is late, but if you're already now looking for the perfect Christmas story for 2026, or if you enjoy cozy winter stories at any time of the year, this is one you really shouldn't miss.

  The characters were lovely. I think a lot of us can relate to James and his anxiety, and I was so proud of him for every time he could cross another thing off his list, and over-won yet another obstacle. He was so damn brave, and I love how he grew through the story, how we could see him dare to try more, and how his confidence grew with every place they visited.

  And Gabriel? Oh what a sweetheart. With his own struggles, of course, but oh what a darling he was to James. I love how he kept assuring him he wasn't too much, that he wasn't a bother, and I loved even more how he reminded him that he didn't need to apologize for being himself.

  Absolute darlings. Both of them. And they fit so well together.

  Lovely story and highly recommended, any time of the year.

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  Robert Henderson

  4 out of 5 stars

  Very Good!

  Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2026

  Format: Kindle

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  This book was written well…I felt like I was on the trip with these two! SPOILER: If you’re expecting “intimate” scenes you won’t find any in this book. Regardless, I thoroughly enjoyed the story and loved the details of each location and the train….makes me want to take a trip like this!

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  Angel

  5 out of 5 stars

  One of my favorite Christmas reads so far!

  Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2025

  Format: Kindle

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  •Only One Bed • Roommates to friends to lovers • Slow Burn • Dual POV •

  Gabriel and James's story might just be one of the most enjoyable holiday books I have ever read! And I have read several good holiday books, but this one? This one I'm going to be thinking about for quite some time.

  Traveling, exploring, and trying new things is the heart and soul of this book. We get to go on the journey that these two men are experiencing and get to read about the different sights and treats of various countries. I have always wanted to travel, and I've been enamored by the idea of a train trip exactly like the one James and Gabriel is on, and after reading this book it just makes me want to do it even more.

  I love the fact that I got to experience different sights, and learn about different cities and countries whilst reading this book. This is so much more than just a romance story, it's more than that. It's learning how to trust again, stepping out of your comfort zones, accepting people for who they are and meeting them halfway, it's about showing up for the ones you care about, and yes, it's about love. The soul deep kind of love, not just lust, but an actual deep, personal, connection.

  Gabriel and James's love story is subtle and full of nuances. Their love for each other grows slowly during their time together on the train, it grows from learning more about each other and offering support and kindness. It's Gabriel doing what he can to put James at ease and making sure they stay on schedule and not to make unexpected plans. It's James skipping his plans on a frigid winter day because Gabriel doesn't like the cold, or missing out on a city because he stays to care for a sick Gabriel. Those little things all add up to create something so beautiful and inspiring. I wholeheartedly enjoyed seeing these two men grow and open up to each other overtime, the moment when these two admitted how they felt for each other was so sweet and quite frankly, magical.

  I also want to say I really appreciate the author writing James's character how they did. I haven't come across a character in all the books I've read who are like James. I can really relate to him in a multitude of ways; getting anxious, stressed, and itchy when plans fall through, having the compulsive need to make plans for any and everything, getting anxiety when in a crowd... This was the first time I've read a character and have seen myself in this manner , it's refreshing coming across a character such as James's and still seeing him get his HEA with his brain having him looking at things differently.

  Gabriel was also fantastic in his own way. He offered support and encouragement for James and a steady comforting presence to help James when he needed it. I also liked all the details describing his artwork! The gift he literally made for James was so incredibly special and 'awe' worthy.

  They started their trip as roommates but ended their trip as friends and lovers.

  This is an absolutely beautiful story, one that I will be reading every Christmas. I want my own Christmas trip exploring various cities now! Also, my favorite part was all the descriptions of the various foods they had throughout their journey. It was fun reading about different dishes/delicacies.

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  Lin Cran

  5 out of 5 stars

  A train trip to feel

  Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2025

  Format: Kindle

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  A journey, as a Christmas trip on a special train as much as a personal period of growth, discovery, and recovery.

  The gradual development of the plot glistens with the sparkle and chill of the Christmas season while the soft, slow acknowledgement of the protagonists' care for each other brings on a wonderful warmth.

  Descriptions of the various cities visited include involvement of all the senses, bringing the reader along to enjoy the varying sights - artistic, architectural and natural; sounds - music, chaos, people and things; smells - artificial "Christmassy," fresh natural air, various sweets and savory dishes, and sites; tastes - different for every place visited yet all linked; and feelings - physical with the typical cold of the season and emotional with the warmth of a growing connection between the two travellers.

  Great character development, excellent ambient construction.

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