Stranded for the Holidays: The Complete Collection

by Kaylee Monroe

Contains three fun, sexy novellas where the main characters are stranded together for the holidays!



**STRANDED WITH MY BROTHER'S BEST FRIEND FOR THE HOLIDAYS**

Of all the people to be stranded with for the holidays, in a major snowstorm, my brother’s best friend and my mortal enemy, Ryan Gardner, would have been my very last pick.

Unfortunately for me, that’s exactly what happened.

With nothing else to do in an isolated cabin, our decades old rivalry is put to the test, until all our arguing and bickering comes to a head and we find ourselves shifting from enemies to red-hot lovers.

We both swear it’s a one time thing, and what happens at the cabin stays at the cabin never to be repeated again.

Except neither one of us anticipated that beneath all that hate were much stronger feelings that neither one of us could deny.



**STRANDED WITH MY BOSS FOR THE HOLIDAYS**

As an assistant to my gorgeous billionaire boss, I was used to his many spontaneous demands. But what I never expected was to have to accompany him on what was supposed to be a quick “day trip” to a ski lodge to check out the amenities for an upcoming retreat.

Did I forget to mention that it was in the middle of winter when we attempted to drive up the mountain?

Oh, and that there was a hellacious snowstorm that forced us off the road and gave us no choice but to trudge our way to a deserted cabin for shelter and generate warmth in . . . creative ways.

And maybe I shouldn’t mention the bourbon, or the game of strip poker, or the amazingly hot night I spent moaning my boss’s name.

But yes, it all happened, and I can’t say I regretted any of the toe-curling O’s my boss so generously gave me for a Christmas bonus.

But once we leave the close confines of the cabin and return to reality, will it be the end to us, or just the beginning?



**STRANDED WITH MY BEST FRIEND FOR THE HOLIDAYS**

What could be more romantic than New Year's in New York City with the man of my dreams?

We’d see the sights and experience the city together. And on New Year’s Eve, we’d be front and center in Times Square when the ball dropped for that all important kiss to bring in the new year.

Except the guy I’d planned on taking broke up with me weeks before the trip.

Cue my best friend, Kylan—who I’d always had a major crush on, though we’d never crossed the line beyond flirting. He was more than happy to join me, and I figured together we could make the best of it and at least have fun together.

But neither one of us could have anticipated being stranded in a hotel in New York City, right before New Year’s Eve, due to an unexpected snowstorm. And little did I know that ‘making the best of it’ would mean both of us admitting to our years long attraction to one another, along with a hot kiss we both swore was just meant to see if we had “chemistry” but turned into steamy sexy times that ruined me for any other guy.

Now, I’m looking forward to the new year with a new man, until we return home and I’m blindsided by a woman claiming to be his girlfriend . . .

Genres: Christmas, Holiday

370 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 24, 2023

Reviews

[Sue Carter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great 3 in 1 ‘forced proximity’ romance omnibus. I really enjoyed all three of these seasonal stories. In the first, April is forced by heavy snowfall to stay in a mountain cabin with her ‘enemy’ and brother’s best friend, Ryan. I loved the sarcastic verbal battles between these two, until April decides to make good on her teenage crush and seduce her hunky nemesis! Some great steam and a satisfying HEA – warning, you'll never view a game of Monopoly in the same way again! In the second story, sweet Sophie has long had a crush on her billionaire boss, Connor. Despite her warnings about the weather, he insists on travelling to inspect a mountain ski resort for their company retreat. Sure enough, the two end up in a caretaker’s cabin as a freak winter storm hits. I really liked the fact that Connor has long reciprocated Sophie’s feelings and takes a gamble with their isolation to make his move. Plenty of heat and the frisson of danger from the storm adds spice to this readable story. In the last tale, recently dumped Sierra invites her best friend, Kylan to New York with her for New Year. Freak weather forces them to hole up in their hotel for several days, and things come to a head when they stop emotionally circling each other & give into their feelings. I liked the way Sierra is the one with doubts, scared their friendship won’t survive. Kylan is a truly likeable character and is swoon worthy in his persuasion to get the girl of his dreams to give him a chance. All three stories are an enjoyable read

[Kate McMurry · Rating 3 out of 5]

Three novellas about couples who become lovers while stranded together during a snowstorm

Story 1: This plot is based on a trope I don't particularly enjoy and, unfortunately, it is dehumanizing attitudes like this from the heroine that I personally do not find either romantic or sexy:

"We didn't need to like each other to have a good time. I was more than fine with using each other the next few days to sate our lust."

Story 2: A gorgeous, ripped boss and his beautiful personal assistant have been mutually lusting over each other for months, but have refrained from dating in order to keep their business relationship professional. After they have a car accident and are forced to hole up in a deserted mountain cabin during a snowstorm, they lower their inhibitions by getting drunk, and plenty of sex ensues.

Story 3: Two BFFs, who have each wanted to escape from the friend zone for years, finally start having sex on a four-day trip to New York City, when a big snowstorm strands them at their hotel.

Each of these stories contains loads of graphic sex. There is binge drinking, and plenty of f-bombs. Romance readers who enjoy far more emphasis on sex than romance might enjoy this collection.

[Annette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brother's Best Friend-4*Just what is needed when there's a snowstorm. Their crackling attraction gets explored and cranks up the emotions they are both hiding from. Fun, steamy and emotionally romance story that was enjoyable reading.
Boss-5*This new to me author did an excellent job. Enjoyed reading and experiencing this perfect blend of exploring new love and the holiday season. Their story provides enough background information to get to know their character, personalities and feel their chemistry. I truly appreciate the maturity they expound as the test the waters, they work very well together.
My Best Friend-5*Very realistic best friends romance story. They already get along so well and I enjoyed reading their cautious, determined and steamy next level. Love that it's a quick read and that there's not an excessive amount of drama. Snowstorm sets the stage for some indoor explorations...enjoyed it. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Didi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect collection of romantic reads to snuggle up with a fire and hot cocoa. Three enjoyable stories each focusing on a different couple’s journey to love. Heat things up with unspoken desires, banter, seduction, a game of monopoly, hidden crushes, a bit of drama, proximity, emotions, friendship, steamy moments, insecurities, persuasiveness, and swoon worthy moments all leading to HEA’s in triplicate.
Included: Stranded With My Brother’s Best Friend for the Holidays, Stranded With My Boss for the Holidays, Stranded With My Best Friend for the Holidays.

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[lf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stranded for the Holidays Collection

Stranded for the Holidays Box Set contains the 3 books from this series -
1. Stranded with my Brother's Best Friend for the Holidays (April and Ryan)
2. Stranded with my Boss for the Holidays (Sophie and Connor)
3. Stranded with my Best Friend for the Holidays (Sierra and Kylan)

If you love holiday themed romances with lots of egg nog, ugly sweaters with pom poms,. secret Santa and more then you will enjoy these three fun and entertaining books. Each story find the couple stranded in some way together and even though they should not ..... they do give into a little Santa/Elf fun.

[Kathryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the entire Stranded for the Holiday collection. Each have a forced proximity and have a forbidden romance to varying degrees. They are all very enjoyable and well written. Below is on of my individual reviews for one of the included books.

STRANDED WITH MY BEST FRIEND FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Being stranded for the holidays might just be what Ryan and April needed to become enemies to lover. There is so much tension between these two. It is palpable along with their chemistry. I enjoyed their journey to get to their HEA.

[arieste323 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Collection of stories about finding love while being stranded during the holidays. All the couples have great chemistry and are likeable. I enjoyed each of the stories but my fave was Stranded with my Boss. Nothing like being snowed in with your boss who you have crushed on for a year. Overall great, 4.5 star read. So glad I took a chance on this new to me author.

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[ljamison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wishing for the holidays early? Try this collection of holiday stories by Kaylee Monroe. In this set of books the main characters become stranded together.There is one where the FMC is stranded with her brother’s best friend, the assistant stranded with their hot billionaire boss, and then it’s the best friends who are stranded together who may need to reevaluate their relationship. The three stories are quick easy reads with enjoyable characters and plots.

[Dawnmarie Burke · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you're ready to get a head start on the holidays then treat yourself to this wonderful collection of holiday stories where the theme is that all of the couples in these stories get stranded together. The 3 stories are all very entertaining fun to read steamy holiday romances which are perfect for reading as you snuggle in bed with a nice cup of hot cocoa. I would recommend reading this collection.

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[Jacqueline Johnston Cotton · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this three in one book collection. You get a little bit of everything in a collection like this. The storylines are fun and really interesting with amazing characters loaded with chemistry. All three novellas are wonderfully written and entertaining Christmas reads. Every story puts you in the mood for a crackling fire, twinkling lights and hot cocoa.

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[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a collection of three forced proximity stories that includes "Stranded with My Brother's Best Friend", "Stranded with My Boss" and "Stranded with My Best Friend" all during the holidays. They are short and quick reads that are fun and entertaining. Each story features a different couple and something a little unique but all finding love. I enjoyed the stories and really like the characters.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you wish to be stranded with the guy and watch sparks fly, this is one collection you don’t want to miss. My favorite of the three?….. April and Ryan have been avoiding each other as much as possible since she admitted to her feelings for him years ago and he crushed her heart. What will happen when they are stranded together during s snowstorm?
Snuggle up and enjoy.

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[Judy Gittleson Hendrickson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Three tales of women who end up stranded during snowstorms with a brothers best friend, a boss and her own best friend. The situations are believable and work well. The feelings, entertaining situations and twists keep the pages turning. Loved the chemistry that comes into play and the great endings.

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[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read a lot of books written by Kaylee Monroe; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.

This is the complete three book collection in the Stranded for the Holidays Series. Each book is well written. I loved the story lines and the characters.

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[Erin Newton · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 stars. The first story was really cute. Loved the setting and the characters were fun—you felt invested in their past and future. The second story was okay. Great chemistry and the MC was super sexy. The third story was bad. The MC was so immature, no chemistry. So read the first two stories and then skip the third

[Michele79 · Rating 5 out of 5]

A definite 5 star rating from me. I loved all three stories! Each are the perfect length with lots of heat and a HEA. Just a fantastic set.

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[Marianne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great holiday romance collection.. I enjoyed reading it.. It is fun-to-read, steamy, and entertaining..

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[Debbie Benson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I liked how being stranded allows three couples to find love where they didn't expect it right in front of them. Isolation allows the freedom of being able to spend quality time with each other.

[CJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author has given us a wonderful selection of stories with this collection. Each story pulls us into the lives of the characters with unspoken desire, forced proximity and steam.

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[Sharon Holroyd · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a lot of fun. 3 short holiday themed stories where our hero and heroine are stranded, often enemies, and always a HEA. Fun reads.

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[Indie · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved it !! love this collection of three stories... getting stranded and finding love... what heart warming stories... so good !!!.

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[Jodie Cary · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading these Stranded for the Holidays short story collection. Written well. I liked the characters and the storylines. I can't wait to read more.

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