Aug 10, 2026

A Date with Santa Debbie Macomber

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Romance blooms when an unlikely couple plans to surprise a child in need of some Christmas magic in this sparkling holiday romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber.

For single career woman Sage Madison, Christmas means premade cookies and artificial trees. But when her sister needs her help, Sage volunteers to care for her five-year-old nephew, Ricky. 

Determined to give Ricky a memorable Christmas, Sage enlists help from her assistant and close friend, Erica, who loves kids, and her colleague Ethan, who agrees to dress up as Santa—if Sage and Ricky join him in holiday fun to get in the spirit.

As Sage navigates the challenges of caring for her nephew and the prospect of romance with Ethan, she begins to discover the true magic of the season. Ethan’s bond with Ricky and his kindness toward Sage bring unexpected joy and new adventures—filled with ice skating, baking, and a sense of fulfillment she never expected.

But when her old life threatens to interfere with the festivities, Sage must decide what she truly wants before the season’s magic slips away.

My Review:

I feel like this author should be named Ms. Christmas I pick up one of her books near the holiday and she just has a way of putting you into the Christmas spirit this book included. I was not disappointed in this book and was bummed when it ended because I had read it that fast. At first I thought the book would play out one way but I liked how Sage found a community when it came to her nephew. As they say it takes a village when raising kids and this was very much the case in this book. You find yourself routing for both Sage and Ricky and then Sage has some mishaps along the way that will have you laughing and rolling your eyes at the same time. Christmas it not just about the family you came from but the family you build and Sage proved that to be true in this book. I really did just enjoy about ever character in this book including Troy who you want to kick at times. Overall this was a fun read and well worth it. Very clean read suitable for all!!

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