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Reviewed by Keana Sackett-Moomey for Readers' Favorite
Killarney Traynor's Mr. Maybe by Christmas follows Cassidy MacLean, a woman struggling to navigate love and family pressures during the holiday season. After her best friend, Kayla, remarks on her picky ways when it comes to relationships, Cassidy is determined to find a date for her family's Christmas gathering. Her mission sends her on a series of terrible dates — from a fitness buff and an immature young man to a textbook narcissist — all of which she will never forget. Every cringy and funny moment causes Cassidy to examine singlehood in a world that places strict demands on people concerning love. When Cassidy feels an unexpected attraction to Cousteau, a handsome but married bartender, she must face who she is as a person and who she wants to become.
Mr. Maybe by Christmas is a romantic comedy that offers readers a close look at what modern dating is like, particularly for women experiencing social pressures to settle down. Cassidy’s tale is a powerful reminder that love begins with self-respect and accepting your real value long before others do. Cassidy is both flawed and intriguing. She embodies a woman, soon approaching 30, who feels compelled to achieve a specific lifestyle before a certain age. Her hilarious dating misfortunes, friendship with Kayla, and complex feelings for Cousteau were all well-written and filled with deep human emotions. The authenticity behind Killarney Traynor's writing made it hard for me to put the book down. Through humor and relatable moments, the author's message is as clear as day — the best relationship we can have is the one we build with ourselves. This book is a must-read for romance fans.
