“Most Wonderful” by Georgia Clark – A Review
⭐ Rating: 4.75/5
Year Published: 2024
Genre: Holiday Romance, LGBTQ+ Fiction
Page Count: 432
Quick Summary
If you’re looking for a cozy, festive, and slightly chaotic family drama wrapped up in a holiday romance, Most Wonderful is for you. The story follows the Belvedere siblings—Liz, Birdie, and Rafi—who all have their own relationship struggles as they gather at their movie-star mother’s extravagant Catskills estate for Christmas.
Liz, a TV showrunner, is crushing hard on her show’s lead actress but isn’t sure if she’s ready to act on it.
Birdie, a struggling comedian, is trying to get her life together while battling her complicated relationship with alcohol.
Rafi, the hopeless romantic of the group, keeps diving headfirst into relationships without making sure his partner is as invested as he is.
Holding them all together is their mother, Babs Belvedere, a glamorous, over-the-top Hollywood icon who loves her children but isn’t exactly a conventional parent. Over the course of the holiday, the siblings navigate love, heartbreak, career dilemmas, and some good old-fashioned family drama—all with plenty of wit, warmth, and a little bit of Christmas magic.
What I Loved
The Belvedere Siblings: I loved how each of their stories felt unique, yet intertwined in such an authentic way. They all had their own struggles but supported each other in a way that felt so real.
Babs is Everything: She’s a walking, talking dramatic monologue and completely stole the show. The way she hovers between being overbearing and incredibly loving was so entertaining.
A Mix of Lighthearted and Heavy: The book balances holiday joy with deeper themes like grief, addiction, and self-worth. It’s not all Christmas cheer, but that’s what makes it feel so genuine.
Queer Love & Representation: Georgia Clark does such a great job of writing inclusive, complex characters. The queer romances in this book feel layered and real.
What Didn’t Quite Work for Me
Some Pacing Issues: A few sections dragged, especially when diving deep into backstory, but it wasn’t enough to take me out of the story completely.
Too Many Moving Parts: With three siblings, multiple love stories, and family drama, certain arcs felt a little underdeveloped. I wanted just a bit more from some of the storylines.
Who Should Read This?
Fans of Schitt’s Creek or The Family Stone who love messy but lovable family dynamics.
Readers who like their holiday books with substance—this isn’t just a fluffy Christmas romance, it has real emotional depth.
Anyone who enjoys multiple POVs and a mix of humor, romance, and drama.
Final Thoughts
Most Wonderful is warm, funny, heartfelt, and just a little messy—exactly like a real family holiday. The mix of romance, sibling bonds, and personal growth made it such a great read, and I loved how it explored queer relationships and the complexities of love. If you’re looking for a holiday book that’s both fun and emotionally satisfying, I highly recommend picking this one up!
