Santa's Executive by Carrie Ann Ryan

Santa's Executive

Elf energy meets boardroom banter in a spicy holiday romp

Written byCarrie Ann Ryan
Narrated byGregory Salinas
Length3h43m
Release dateFebruary 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.2 (36 ratings)

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AuthorCarrie Ann Ryan
NarratorGregory Salinas
Runtime3h43m
PublishedFebruary 6, 2017
Rating★★★★ 4.2 / 5 (36 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Paranormal, Romantic Comedy
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Forget the North Pole’s quaint workshop—this is corporate Santa with a side of supernatural sizzle. *Santa’s Executive* flips holiday romance on its head by dropping us into a world where elves aren’t just toymakers but high-powered professionals navigating office politics, magical mishaps, and a slow-burn attraction that crackles like a Yule log on overdrive. Carrie Ann Ryan’s signature blend of paranormal quirk and steamy tension gets a festive twist here, with Rina Brewer as the kind of elf who could out-negotiate a demon in a contract dispute while still making you believe in holiday magic. The audiobook’s brisk 3.5-hour runtime makes it a perfect one-sitting escape, ideal for listeners who want their romance fast, funny, and laced with just enough supernatural chaos to keep things unpredictable.

Gregory Salinas’ narration is the secret sauce—his delivery walks the tightrope between smoldering executive and exasperated holiday enthusiast, nailing the book’s tone of *‘this is absurd but we’re committed.’* His pacing is sharp, leaning into the comedic beats without sacrificing the emotional weight of Rina and her love interest’s professional-to-personal dance. What sets this apart from the sea of holiday romances? The worldbuilding. Ryan doesn’t just slap tinsel on a generic plot; she weaves in elf lore, corporate satire, and a dash of magical bureaucracy that gives the story its own glittery edge. It’s *Legally Blonde* meets *The Santa Clause*, if both were R-rated and served with a side of eggnog-spiked sarcasm.

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Editor's Review ★★★★

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I’ll admit, I side-eyed the premise at first—*sexy elf in a power suit?* But *Santa’s Executive* won me over with its sheer, unapologetic fun. The story’s strength lies in its refusal to take itself too seriously while still delivering a romance that feels earned. Rina isn’t just a spicy elf; she’s a fully realized character with ambitions, insecurities, and a sharp wit that makes her banter with the love interest (a human who’s *very* confused about the whole ‘Santa Inc.’ thing) genuinely entertaining. The paranormal elements aren’t just window dressing; they create legitimate stakes, like when Rina’s elf magic goes haywire during a board meeting, or when corporate espionage takes a festive turn. That said, the plot occasionally stumbles into *too* much convenience—magical solutions appear a beat too neatly, and the conflict resolution wraps up almost *too* tidily for a story that otherwise thrives on chaos. Gregory Salinas’ narration is a masterclass in tonal balance. He sells the humor without veering into caricature, and his romantic scenes simmer with just the right amount of heat—no awkward over-enunciation or cringe-worthy breathiness. His character voices are distinct, especially his portrayal of the love interest’s bewildered-but-intrigued human perspective. My only critique? The production could’ve used a touch more dynamic range; some of the quieter, more introspective moments get lost in the mix, particularly if you’re listening in a noisy environment. But that’s a minor quibble in an otherwise polished performance. If you’re craving a holiday romance that’s equal parts naughty and nice—with a side of ‘wait, is Santa’s workshop a multinational conglomerate?’—this audiobook delivers. Just don’t expect to emerge unscathed from the eggnog puns.

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