Love Comes at Christmas

by Laura Ann

Susie's life was ordered and easy...until the father of one of her patrons gets a little too pushy about her love life. To her surprise, her best friend's older brother, Elliott, comes to her rescue, claiming they're a couple and kissing her under the mistletoe to prove a point, which sends Susie's neat and tidy world into a tailspin. While the father might have backed off, Elliott is refusing to let go. Now they're pretending to date and she's been roped into playing Mrs. Claus with him, all while plotting how to help a hurting child and keep herself from falling for Elliott's charm during their time together. If she can make it to the new year without losing her mind...and her heart...Susie will count it as a miracle...but what if that's not what she really wants? If you love fake relationships, mistletoe kisses and opposites attract, you'll adore this sweet, holiday romance by USA Today Bestselling author, Laura Ann. Come see why hundreds of thousands of fans around the world have enjoyed her books.

242 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 11, 2023

Reviews

[Shauna Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sweet, compelling read of love, joy, loss, and sorrow
A sweet romance of finding someone who has been right in front of you and realizing you didn’t really know them. Susie runs a preschool and daycare with the regular mix of naughty and nice children but one little boy is especially difficult. When she is uncomfortably cornered by his widowed father asking for a date, she is rescued by Elliot kissing her. Elliot is the older brother of her friend and she has known him for years, now suddenly she sees him in a different light. He could be a man she could fall for. Unfortunately, she has a secret she never reveals. A secret that will drive any normal man away. Elliot, after impulsively kissing Susie, realizes that there is more to her than he ever expected. Now his problem was to get Susie to see him as more than a grown-up class clown. To see the real person behind the persona he wears. But secrets, an angry parent, and a poor reputation stand in the way of them even spending time together. Mix in a grumpy brother, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and town gossip for a fun engaging read.

[Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it!!! This is one book that will leave you smiling. Susie and Elliott both have hearts of gold and love children. When he finally saw her all bets were off and he would do absolutely anything to make her his (not in a creepy way). He definitely was on very romantic and determined man. She thinks she is broken so finds her fulfillment in her preschool children. A great story set at Christmas with holly berries as well as Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus. Tyson as well as his dad Adam tugged at my heart. So much love, Christmas, caring, and hurt in this book. Loved loved the ending.

[Kathy Winchell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Familiar plot…Suzie’s not sure what she feels for her best friends brother, Elliott. He sees her in a tough spot and steps up to help out...from then on, its new plot territory in this sweet, feel-good story. Laura Ann weaves several sensitive issues with compassion and care into a wonderful story for the Christmas season. Well done! I received an ARC, with this being my honest opinion.

[Patricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet and sad

Can you imagine being a teen and finding out you will never be able to have children? Being a soldier who watched your best friend die? How would you handle these horrific events? Our characters handled them the best way they can even with the scars still there and find each other. Wonderful story and characters. Highly recommend!

[Shirley P. Stout · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this story

There are so many broken people for various reasons and it is awesome when they get help and are able to find love and happiness.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book

This was absolutely a great book and by a great author. I highly recommend this book and author. I can’t wait to read the next book by this wonderful author.

[Tami Willard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Susie owns and teaches at a preschool. She has one student who is struggling at home and acting out at school. Elliott is called to fix the fence at the school and fast talks her into playing Mrs. Claus. He wants a real relationship. She thinks she's unworthy of a real relationship so tries to make it a fake relationship. Why does she think no one will want her? What is going on with the troubled child and his dad? Who will succeed in the real/fake battle? Is there a HEA for them?

I received an ARC via Bookfunnel. Review voluntarily given.

[Nari · Rating 4 out of 5]

You can’t help but love Elliot. He is outgoing, charming and full of life. Susie is a gentle sweetheart. This story weaves the romance of these two in a small Oregon coast town. It is a sweet Christmas romance that will warm your heart.