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Holidays with the Wongs #1-4
Holidays with the Wongs: The Complete Series
Four holiday romance novellas about the Wong siblings!
Book 1: A Match Made for Thanksgiving
Book 2: A Second Chance Road Trip for Christmas
Book 3: A Fake Girlfriend for Chinese New Year
Book 4: A Big Surprise for Valentine's Day
Book 1: A Match Made for Thanksgiving
Book 2: A Second Chance Road Trip for Christmas
Book 3: A Fake Girlfriend for Chinese New Year
Book 4: A Big Surprise for Valentine's Day
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First published November 24, 2020
About the author
Jackie Lau
38 books661 followersJackie Lau decided she wanted to be a writer when she was in grade two, sometime between writing “The Heart That Got Lost” and “The Land of Shapes.” She later studied engineering and worked as a geophysicist before turning to writing romance novels.
Jackie lives in Toronto with her husband, and despite living in Canada her whole life, she hates winter. When she’s not writing, she enjoys cooking, hiking, eating too much gelato, and reading on the balcony when it’s raining.
Jackie lives in Toronto with her husband, and despite living in Canada her whole life, she hates winter. When she’s not writing, she enjoys cooking, hiking, eating too much gelato, and reading on the balcony when it’s raining.
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December 28, 2022
These 4 novellas were a lot of fun but Book 4: A Big Surprise for Valentine's Day was my favourite. I liked that each story was based on its own romance trope. I enjoyed all the siblings and their love interests. And I loved the Canadian-ness of it all (the CBC, traffic in Toronto, Timmies' double-double, Thanksgiving is in the correct month aka October)!
My biggest caveat (and this is mostly a me problem) was that I found the family meddling really annoying. I'm not a huge fan of that in stories to begin with, and while I knew it was part of the premise of the stories, I found it so over the top that I just ended up skimming through those parts.
My biggest caveat (and this is mostly a me problem) was that I found the family meddling really annoying. I'm not a huge fan of that in stories to begin with, and while I knew it was part of the premise of the stories, I found it so over the top that I just ended up skimming through those parts.
June 2, 2022
A Match Made for Thanksgiving
4.5 ⭐️
CNs:
This is a delightful, fun, sweet romance. Nick and Lily meet when Lily decides to prove her ex calling her boring wrong by having a one night stand, and Nick is more than happy to volunteer as her partner. Then they meet again when his family tries to set her up with his brother, Greg, for thanksgiving, but Lily and Nick only have eyes for each other. Everything moves pretty quickly, but the pacing didn’t feel rushed and it still packed a wonderful emotional punch. I loved the way Nick and Lily build little inside jokes and are able to have fun with each other in ways they didn’t even think to imagine before meeting. And I loved that when Lily had insecurities because they live different lives, they were able to communicate and work through the worries she had. All around, a delight of a story and I’m looking forward to seeing more shenanigans from the Wong elders trying to set up Nick’s siblings!
Second Chance Road Trip for Christmas
3.5 ⭐️
Content notes:
I love second chance romances, and Greg and Tasha were super cute. I really enjoyed their banter and the ways they knew each other but also learned how they’d changed in the last 15 years. This was a really sweet 48-hour set romance and I liked the way it was still able to show their love and care. I also appreciated the clarity around why their first time together didn’t work out and the exploration of whether giving a relationship a second chance was a good idea based on their history. Overall a cute, fun, sweet romance.
A Fake Girlfriend for Chinese New Year
3 ⭐️
Content notes:
Fake dating is one of my all-time favorite romance tropes, but this story just fell a little flat for me. I love Zach and Jo’s friendship and family Pictionary night was one of the highlights of the whole novella, and the romance was sweet and well executed, but overall I felt…bored? I’m sad I didn’t enjoy this one more, but it’s still a fun, sweet little novella and I love the Wong family so much.
A Big Surprise for Valentine’s Day
6/2/22: I didn’t actually finish this novella. I’m hitting the point where reading the same series is making brain go bzzt, so going to come back to Amber’s story at a later date. What I read so far, though, I enjoyed and looking forward to the dynamic of brother’s best friend and benefits-to-romance.
4.5 ⭐️
CNs:
This is a delightful, fun, sweet romance. Nick and Lily meet when Lily decides to prove her ex calling her boring wrong by having a one night stand, and Nick is more than happy to volunteer as her partner. Then they meet again when his family tries to set her up with his brother, Greg, for thanksgiving, but Lily and Nick only have eyes for each other. Everything moves pretty quickly, but the pacing didn’t feel rushed and it still packed a wonderful emotional punch. I loved the way Nick and Lily build little inside jokes and are able to have fun with each other in ways they didn’t even think to imagine before meeting. And I loved that when Lily had insecurities because they live different lives, they were able to communicate and work through the worries she had. All around, a delight of a story and I’m looking forward to seeing more shenanigans from the Wong elders trying to set up Nick’s siblings!
Second Chance Road Trip for Christmas
3.5 ⭐️
Content notes:
I love second chance romances, and Greg and Tasha were super cute. I really enjoyed their banter and the ways they knew each other but also learned how they’d changed in the last 15 years. This was a really sweet 48-hour set romance and I liked the way it was still able to show their love and care. I also appreciated the clarity around why their first time together didn’t work out and the exploration of whether giving a relationship a second chance was a good idea based on their history. Overall a cute, fun, sweet romance.
A Fake Girlfriend for Chinese New Year
3 ⭐️
Content notes:
Fake dating is one of my all-time favorite romance tropes, but this story just fell a little flat for me. I love Zach and Jo’s friendship and family Pictionary night was one of the highlights of the whole novella, and the romance was sweet and well executed, but overall I felt…bored? I’m sad I didn’t enjoy this one more, but it’s still a fun, sweet little novella and I love the Wong family so much.
A Big Surprise for Valentine’s Day
6/2/22: I didn’t actually finish this novella. I’m hitting the point where reading the same series is making brain go bzzt, so going to come back to Amber’s story at a later date. What I read so far, though, I enjoyed and looking forward to the dynamic of brother’s best friend and benefits-to-romance.
June 26, 2021
Holidays with the Wong is a super entertaining book regrouping 4 novellas set during a different holiday, about the Wong siblings, a Canadian-Chinese family. Their parents play matchmakers at Thanksgiving, but things doesn't get according to plan, nor at Christmas, Chinese New Year and Valentine's day. One-night stand, the sunshine and the grump, second chance romance, stranded in a snowstorm, friends to lovers, pretend relationship, brother's best friend, just ask for a trope and it will deliver. It will even include hilarious grandparents to the mix.
I have a preference for the second novella, because of the adorably dorky hero, Greg, who prefer to spend his evenings listening to CBC radio while building model railway. He's the silent type but when his sister ask him to drive his very talkative ex-girlfriend (the high school sweetheart he haven't seen in years) to town for Christmas, of course there's got to be a snowstorm and a motel on the way.
If you like things a little bit dirtier, you'll probably enjoy the 4th novella more.
I have a preference for the second novella, because of the adorably dorky hero, Greg, who prefer to spend his evenings listening to CBC radio while building model railway. He's the silent type but when his sister ask him to drive his very talkative ex-girlfriend (the high school sweetheart he haven't seen in years) to town for Christmas, of course there's got to be a snowstorm and a motel on the way.
If you like things a little bit dirtier, you'll probably enjoy the 4th novella more.
February 9, 2023
This set of four novellas was pretty cute. Each novella follows a different sibling: Nick, Greg, Zach, and Amber, all of whom are between the ages of maybe 26 to 34. They all have somewhat unique personalities. This is honestly just a fun collection if you want something that has heterosexual cheesy romance with a fair amount of sex.
All of the main characters were adults who, for lack of better words, just had their stuff together. There was minimal "what if he doesn't like me", and those moments of drama where you weren't sure if things would work out (and they always do) were very minimal. Lots of open communication, people being clear about their boundaries and expectations.
While some of the family interference was a little annoying, I found some moments with them to be truly touching and made the collection unique. I could see Nick's family crowding around the kitchen to watch him bake. I could see them helping Greg create a massive snow castle. I really liked when their parents supported Amber after Sebastian's parents treated her like trash.
I was in a reading for funsies rut and needed a cheery/cheesy break, and I found it here.
All of the main characters were adults who, for lack of better words, just had their stuff together. There was minimal "what if he doesn't like me", and those moments of drama where you weren't sure if things would work out (and they always do) were very minimal. Lots of open communication, people being clear about their boundaries and expectations.
While some of the family interference was a little annoying, I found some moments with them to be truly touching and made the collection unique. I could see Nick's family crowding around the kitchen to watch him bake. I could see them helping Greg create a massive snow castle. I really liked when their parents supported Amber after Sebastian's parents treated her like trash.
I was in a reading for funsies rut and needed a cheery/cheesy break, and I found it here.
December 12, 2023
Very fun novellas and perfect for a palate cleanser!
December 7, 2020
A perfect family holiday collection!
The Wongs celebrate four holidays together as each one of their four children finds their true love. Each book is a standalone romance, and together the entire set is a delightful opportunity to get to know a sweet, caring, multi-generational family and enjoy the holidays with them.
First up is Nick and Lily, who after a memorable one-night-stand find themselves together for Thanksgiving when Nick's parents set Lily up with his brother. As with every family holiday, there's a substantial focus on the food involved, and I really enjoyed the way the author incorporated so many different dishes in her story.
The next story focuses on Greg and his second-chance romance when he agrees to travel back to their home town with his ex-girlfriend for Christmas. This story deliciously makes use of the one-bed trope, and the grand gesture at the end was itself a work of art.
The third story finds the last single brother, Zach, trying to thwart his matchmaking family's plans by inviting his best (platonic) friend along as his date for their Chinese New Year celebration. Of course their friendship grows into so much more, and I loved every bit of their story.
Finally, their sister, Amber, finds herself falling for her FWB, Sebastian, over Valentine's Day. I enjoyed the way these two carefully navigated the changing dynamics of their relationship, and how it all worked with the rest of the expanding Wong family.
I really love this small town set. The grandparents are delightful, and the parents are kind and offer just enough guidance without being overbearing. The epilogue of the final book was a terrific way to bring closure to the entire series. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of each of these books.
The Wongs celebrate four holidays together as each one of their four children finds their true love. Each book is a standalone romance, and together the entire set is a delightful opportunity to get to know a sweet, caring, multi-generational family and enjoy the holidays with them.
First up is Nick and Lily, who after a memorable one-night-stand find themselves together for Thanksgiving when Nick's parents set Lily up with his brother. As with every family holiday, there's a substantial focus on the food involved, and I really enjoyed the way the author incorporated so many different dishes in her story.
The next story focuses on Greg and his second-chance romance when he agrees to travel back to their home town with his ex-girlfriend for Christmas. This story deliciously makes use of the one-bed trope, and the grand gesture at the end was itself a work of art.
The third story finds the last single brother, Zach, trying to thwart his matchmaking family's plans by inviting his best (platonic) friend along as his date for their Chinese New Year celebration. Of course their friendship grows into so much more, and I loved every bit of their story.
Finally, their sister, Amber, finds herself falling for her FWB, Sebastian, over Valentine's Day. I enjoyed the way these two carefully navigated the changing dynamics of their relationship, and how it all worked with the rest of the expanding Wong family.
I really love this small town set. The grandparents are delightful, and the parents are kind and offer just enough guidance without being overbearing. The epilogue of the final book was a terrific way to bring closure to the entire series. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of each of these books.
October 10, 2021
3.5 stars - This was a collection with a complete story for each one of the four Wong siblings. All the stories are pretty sexy.
The first is a one night stand where the pair meet again and it turns into more. The second is a second chance romance where what is supposed to be just a shared ride ends up with the pair stranded overnight in a hotel with just one bed. The third is faking dating between friends where one of the pair has secret feelings. And the last is a supposed to be a sex only relationship.
So I liked the first three stories for the Wong Brothers, but I DNF'd the sister's story. As I mentioned, all ofthe stories were sexy, but hers crossed lines for me with hair pulling, spanking, control, games and the leading man's infantilizing the leading lady by constantly saying good girl to her.
The first is a one night stand where the pair meet again and it turns into more. The second is a second chance romance where what is supposed to be just a shared ride ends up with the pair stranded overnight in a hotel with just one bed. The third is faking dating between friends where one of the pair has secret feelings. And the last is a supposed to be a sex only relationship.
So I liked the first three stories for the Wong Brothers, but I DNF'd the sister's story. As I mentioned, all ofthe stories were sexy, but hers crossed lines for me with hair pulling, spanking, control, games and the leading man's infantilizing the leading lady by constantly saying good girl to her.
April 3, 2021
These novellas were so fun and so much better than I expected. The characters were endearing, the sex scenes were so steamy, the descriptions of food were plentiful, and the humor and great banter was delightful.
As an Asian American, I was excited to read stories from an Asian author about Asian characters in my favorite genre of romance, but these exceeded my high expectations. It was incredibly meaningul to read about characters who looked, thought, came from similar family backgrounds, and had values like me. The love interests (the characters paired up with each of the Wong siblings) in the stories were also from diverse backgrounds. I saw parts of myself and people I know scattered throughout the characters.
As an Asian American, I was excited to read stories from an Asian author about Asian characters in my favorite genre of romance, but these exceeded my high expectations. It was incredibly meaningul to read about characters who looked, thought, came from similar family backgrounds, and had values like me. The love interests (the characters paired up with each of the Wong siblings) in the stories were also from diverse backgrounds. I saw parts of myself and people I know scattered throughout the characters.
October 14, 2021
There is a lot of food in these novellas, fittingly, given the holiday themes, and to keep on that theme these stories are like a box of donuts - slight variations in flavor but all the same fluffy sweetness. I think they could have used a touch of something serious to balance all the light adventures, but these are some delicious tales of erotic passion and HEA's to give the reader a sugar bump when she just needs something sweet.
December 7, 2020
Wonderful Holiday Anthology
I enjoyed every story in this anthology. The Wongs are a great family. The stories are short, sexy, sweet, and multidimensional despite the brevity. I love how each character feels so real and has their own personality and place in the family. So much fun to read. Definitely will reread.
I enjoyed every story in this anthology. The Wongs are a great family. The stories are short, sexy, sweet, and multidimensional despite the brevity. I love how each character feels so real and has their own personality and place in the family. So much fun to read. Definitely will reread.
December 19, 2021
Entertaining, trope-filled breezy reading. I normally prefer my books a little more brainy and less leaning on stereotypes to build characters, but I get it (4 novellas = limited character building, plus it was obviously not the point to have complex characters). All in all, fun -- and I am absolutely craving all of the food now.
May 19, 2022
This series was absolutely fantastic - and I loved the series epilogue at the end! It seemed like there might have been a slight tease for a story with Trystan which was also fun (since I have no idea who that is haha).
December 4, 2022
Hilarious And Sexy
I love these stories! The Wongs are super silly yet loving in their matchmaking efforts that of course, go awry. I really enjoyed how real the characters are although a lot of the scenes are extra lol. The sex scenes were pretty hot too which is always a plus.
I love these stories! The Wongs are super silly yet loving in their matchmaking efforts that of course, go awry. I really enjoyed how real the characters are although a lot of the scenes are extra lol. The sex scenes were pretty hot too which is always a plus.
October 21, 2022
It was adorable.
January 3, 2023
Delightful, fun read.
April 12, 2023
Actually really liked these 4 novellas about an Asian Canadian family of adult siblings navigating dating through cultural and family expectations.
March 17, 2024
Another fun family-centred box set of light rom coms, very readable.
December 6, 2020
Such a fun series. Thoroughly recommend them all.
December 31, 2020
This set of holiday themed novellas are a total delight, with heartfelt sexy romances for all the Wong siblings. It starts with their parents arranging blind dates for them at Thanksgiving and goes hilariously from there as the kids each deal with their matchmaking parents (and grandparents) in their own way. I loved all the stories in this set, which played with beloved tropes and themes with grace and humor--signature Jackie Lau! I'm not sure I realized just how much "the grumpy one is soft for the sunshine one" spoke to me until "A Second Chance Christmas Road Trip" melted my heart completely. Highly highly recommend the whole set!
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