The Emily Stone Books Ranked
For the past few years, when Christmas rolls around a new Emily Stone novel is released. Her Christmas novels are filled with emotional stories, romance, and difficult topics worthy of discussion with your book club. But which of her stories is the best? That’s what I plan to answer with these rankings!
After Always, in December debuted and became one of my favorite Christmas stories ever written, Emily Stone became an auto-buy author for me. I’ve read each of her books and I have very strong opinions on each of them!
Whether you have read all the Emily Stone books or not, I would love to hear what you think are the best Emily Stone books. Let me know below!
All the Emily Stone Books Ranked
Each colorful block is one of my picks for the best Lisa Jewell books. Click on the arrow to reveal my “best” pick starting from #5 and going to number one. You’ll also be able to use a page jump to see more books in that section.
#4
Love, Holly (Jump to review)
#3
A Winter Wish (Jump to review)
#2
One Last Gift (Jump to review)
#1
Always, in December (Jump to review)
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Emily Stone Books Ranked
#1
Always, in December
Author: Emily Stone
Year: 2021
Genre: Romance
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Age Range: 18+
Plot
This tear-jerking story blew me away. It was a romance story for the first 30% of the book, but then it became something much deeper.
Josie mails a letter to her deceased parents every Christmas, but this Christmas she accidentally hits a stranger named Max with her bike on the way to the post box.
As she explores the holiday season with Max her feelings start to grow, but when he leaves unexpectedly, she’s left to deal with the aftermath of the impact he had on her heart. But fate isn’t done with their story yet as they bump into each other throughout the year.
Why Kirsten loves it
Probably my favorite Christmas romance book of 2021, this one is a tear-jerker for sure. I sobbed for the entire last 10% of the book and it will most likely, emotionally wreck you. This book is a testament to the healing power of love and the kind of impact each of us can make on each other.
I don’t want to spoil anything, but if you are looking for a Christmas book that ends with a bow and smile, you may want to look elsewhere. Despite this, we needed to include this on our list of best holiday books. #gifted by
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#2
Plot
Emily Stone’s last book was my favorite Christmas book of 2021, so I knew I would love her newest book. This story is heartbreaking as well, but not in the same way.
Cassie has relied on her brother, Tom, since they were orphaned when she was 5. Each year, Tom creates a Christmas scavenger hunt for her, but after a sudden accident kills Tom, Cassie is left bereaved and celebrating Christmas without him. Until she finds his final scavenger hunt. As she begins to solve the clues, her heart begins to heal, and love forms as well.
Why Kirsten loves it
This book is like the Christmas version of P.S. I Love You in the best possible way. I adored this Christmas romance novel about grief.
Find this book in: Fiction Books about Grief / Christmas Books for 2022 / Christmas Book Club Books / Emily Stone Books Ranked
#3
A Winter Wish
Author: Emily Stone
Year: 2024
Genre: Romance
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Age Range: 18+
Plot
This fun enemies-to-lovers romance will brighten up your holiday season. Lexie has inherited half of her father’s holiday travel company – which is a shock because they had not spoken in over a decade. The other half of the company will go to her father’s partner, Theo, who is young, hot, and pissed he needs to work with Lexie for a year.
As Lexie and Theo work together to run the travel company, which specializes in trips to experience holidays and festivals around the world, Lexie struggles with the complex grief she has over the loss of her dad.
Why Kirsten loves it
This is less a Christmas book than a full holiday book – which is fabulous! The different celebrations I got to glimpse through the trips had my inner travel bug itching to book some incredible vacations!
This one did not pack the same emotional punch as Stone’s previous books – I didn’t cry reading this one – but I still enjoyed it. I found the lack of communication between Lexie and Theo to be pretty frustrating at times though. #gifted by Penguin Random House
Find this book in: New Christmas Books 2024 / Christmas Romance Books / Emily Stone Books Ranked / Most Anticipated October 2024 Books
#4
Love, Holly
Author: Emily Stone
Year: 2023
Genre: Fiction / Romance
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Age Range: 18+
Plot
Holly joins a letter-writing program for people alone at Christmas. When she meets elderly Emma through the letter, she goes on a mission to connect Emma with her family.
Along the way, she meets Jack whom she had a connection with the year she separated from her family. As their lives intercept, Holly needs to decide how truthful to be and how soon into their budding relationship.
Why Kirsten loves it
Like every Emily Stone book, her newest Christmas book will have you crying as well! #gifted by Penguin Random House Audio
Find this book in: Christmas Books 2023Â / Emily Stone Books Ranked
Helpful Tip
- Trying to decide your favorite Emily Stone book can be difficult because each story might have a different emotional element that appeals to you.
- Think about things like: characters, plotlines, and romance to help you decide what you loved about each book.
- Remember: There is NO wrong choice. This list is totally subjective and just for fun. I would love to hear your thoughts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Emily Stone?
Lisa Jewell is a Welsh author who has written 4 fiction romance books set during Christmas.
What is the Newest Emily Stone Book?
The newest Emily Stone book is A Winter Wish which came out on October 15, 2024.
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Epilogue
Did you agree with my rankings of the Emily Stone books? What is your favorite of all her novels?
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