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Mistletowed: A Holiday Novella
On a snowy night in the heart of Brooklyn, two souls find warmth in an unexpected place. Preston, a charismatic tow truck business owner, and Mia, a determined interior designer, cross paths on a snowy night that will change their lives forever. Mia is rebuilding her life and career after relocating from a promising internship in Miami back to her hometown. She is determined to stand on her own two feet and dives headfirst into growing her interior design business while facing the challenges of making ends meet on her own for the first time in the bustling city.
When Preston offers Mia a lift on that fateful snowy night, little do they know that their worlds are about to collide most unexpectedly. Seeking to renovate his tow truck office, Preston proposes a partnership that becomes a golden opportunity for Mia. Work closely together, a sweet connection sparks between them, fueled by instant chemistry and shared paths of entrepreneurship. Bonding over their Afro-Latino heritage, Preston and Mia find solace in each other's company. However, a simple misunderstanding threatens to unravel the budding romance. Can Preston and Mia overcome the obstacles that threaten to pull them apart, or will a simple misunderstanding cost them their chance at happiness?
Mistletowed takes readers on a journey of love and resilience while exploring the power of healing. This heartwarming holiday sweet romance proves that love is the greatest gift of all.
When Preston offers Mia a lift on that fateful snowy night, little do they know that their worlds are about to collide most unexpectedly. Seeking to renovate his tow truck office, Preston proposes a partnership that becomes a golden opportunity for Mia. Work closely together, a sweet connection sparks between them, fueled by instant chemistry and shared paths of entrepreneurship. Bonding over their Afro-Latino heritage, Preston and Mia find solace in each other's company. However, a simple misunderstanding threatens to unravel the budding romance. Can Preston and Mia overcome the obstacles that threaten to pull them apart, or will a simple misunderstanding cost them their chance at happiness?
Mistletowed takes readers on a journey of love and resilience while exploring the power of healing. This heartwarming holiday sweet romance proves that love is the greatest gift of all.
106 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 5, 2023
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About the author
Zariah L. Banks
7 books28 followersZariah L. Banks is a multi-award-winning contemporary romance author of bold love stories with heart, heat, and healing. They often feature entrepreneurial female leads with finding love on the tail-end of their to-do lists.
She is best known for "Beauty Beheld," the first title in the "Beauty is Her Name" series. Beauty Beheld was featured in the Indie Author Project Select collection on Biblioboard. Fans eagerly await the release of her next book, "Beauty Betrothed," in 2025.
A proud Ohio native, Zariah resides with her husband, son, and daughter. When she isn’t writing, she enjoys traveling, board games, and sipping dessert wine while indulging in her favorite reality shows.
She is best known for "Beauty Beheld," the first title in the "Beauty is Her Name" series. Beauty Beheld was featured in the Indie Author Project Select collection on Biblioboard. Fans eagerly await the release of her next book, "Beauty Betrothed," in 2025.
A proud Ohio native, Zariah resides with her husband, son, and daughter. When she isn’t writing, she enjoys traveling, board games, and sipping dessert wine while indulging in her favorite reality shows.
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December 21, 2023
I’ve been giving a lot of NTMAs a try this holiday season so when I saw this cover + the title I knew at the very least I had a holiday book. 🗣️DID NOT!! 🥴😩
The story actually started out really well and I liked the premise of the story but things started to go awry as the story progressed. I didn’t understand how Mia could jump bad with her ex when SHE’S the one that called him begging for help with her rent. That man wasn’t bothering her. Then all of a sudden she didn’t need him when they were at the cafe. 😐
I understand you want to do nice things for family around the holidays but she should’ve been more focused on paying her bills and not trying to get gifts. Preston had trust issues based off his past but seemed to have fallen fast with Mia. That didn’t seem realistic to me.
I’m glad she was able to advocate for herself when it came to negotiating the design deal but she was in no position to be picky. She felt a way because the guy doubled back but she was the one late to their initial meeting. Time is money!
The book had potential but ultimately missed the mark and once again there were only sprinkles of Christmas. The inside didn’t match the cover at all.
The story actually started out really well and I liked the premise of the story but things started to go awry as the story progressed. I didn’t understand how Mia could jump bad with her ex when SHE’S the one that called him begging for help with her rent. That man wasn’t bothering her. Then all of a sudden she didn’t need him when they were at the cafe. 😐
I understand you want to do nice things for family around the holidays but she should’ve been more focused on paying her bills and not trying to get gifts. Preston had trust issues based off his past but seemed to have fallen fast with Mia. That didn’t seem realistic to me.
I’m glad she was able to advocate for herself when it came to negotiating the design deal but she was in no position to be picky. She felt a way because the guy doubled back but she was the one late to their initial meeting. Time is money!
The book had potential but ultimately missed the mark and once again there were only sprinkles of Christmas. The inside didn’t match the cover at all.
February 2, 2024
Short and Sweet!
Preston and Mia met, during a snowstorm when he towed her car to his shop. He hired her to redesign his show room. Mia kept saying she wanted to be more financially independent, yet Preston overheard Mia asking her domineering ex-boyfriend for rent money. So of course, Preston is angry. Is this brand new relationship dead in the water?
November 10, 2024
3.75⭐️
Really sweet story and fully fledged characters but way too much business talk. Would’ve liked more development and interaction between Preston and Mia. Also I would like a Preston for myself plz & ty
Really sweet story and fully fledged characters but way too much business talk. Would’ve liked more development and interaction between Preston and Mia. Also I would like a Preston for myself plz & ty
December 21, 2023
Good short read.
September 3, 2024
Loved it!!!
I used to be a big fan of romantic comedies when I was younger, but over time, I found that many of the newer movies were missing the classic, authentic love stories that I cherished from the past. However, this book, though not a comedy, was a dope love story. The writing was phenomenal, with vivid descriptions that made me feel like I was watching a movie in my mind. It was beyond good; it was fantastic! I'm eager to delve into more stories like this! Also, it was nice because it felt authentically black and genuine.
I used to be a big fan of romantic comedies when I was younger, but over time, I found that many of the newer movies were missing the classic, authentic love stories that I cherished from the past. However, this book, though not a comedy, was a dope love story. The writing was phenomenal, with vivid descriptions that made me feel like I was watching a movie in my mind. It was beyond good; it was fantastic! I'm eager to delve into more stories like this! Also, it was nice because it felt authentically black and genuine.
November 15, 2024
Cute story set during the winter season but not quite a holiday romance. There’s also little to no spice so if you’re looking for something sweet and slightly holiday themed, this is a great choice.
The book seems to need a bit of editing and tightening up on the prose, but it did not detract from the story. I had a couple of nits: She borrowed money from her ex to pay her rent, but then had the nerve to be snippy when the client came back and wanted to hire her. That was not a time for a pride and making demands. If I was the man on the other end of that phone, I would’ve hung up and found another designer because she was doing too much. Preston jumped to a lot of conclusions, and there seem to be a little bit of a miscommunication trope, which I don’t usually mind. This one just seemed very silly. He was way more emotional and bothered than I feel a typical man would be and he was honestly quite petty. This book ended well and gives a lift to the spirit.
The book seems to need a bit of editing and tightening up on the prose, but it did not detract from the story. I had a couple of nits: She borrowed money from her ex to pay her rent, but then had the nerve to be snippy when the client came back and wanted to hire her. That was not a time for a pride and making demands. If I was the man on the other end of that phone, I would’ve hung up and found another designer because she was doing too much. Preston jumped to a lot of conclusions, and there seem to be a little bit of a miscommunication trope, which I don’t usually mind. This one just seemed very silly. He was way more emotional and bothered than I feel a typical man would be and he was honestly quite petty. This book ended well and gives a lift to the spirit.
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December 3, 2024
A short novella to start the holiday season with
Mia has no idea her misfortune with her car will lead to her meeting the love of her life . All Mia wanted was help with her faulty car but fate had another plan in mind
Preston the owner of the only available towing company in Brooklyn comes to Mia’s aid but after interacting with her , she unlocks feels that he has kept hidden for a long time . He never has luck with love but will he be able to trust Mia with his heart or is she like every other girl he has met whose interest is only in the money the man makes and can share with them ?
Read this cute novella to find out !
Mia has no idea her misfortune with her car will lead to her meeting the love of her life . All Mia wanted was help with her faulty car but fate had another plan in mind
Preston the owner of the only available towing company in Brooklyn comes to Mia’s aid but after interacting with her , she unlocks feels that he has kept hidden for a long time . He never has luck with love but will he be able to trust Mia with his heart or is she like every other girl he has met whose interest is only in the money the man makes and can share with them ?
Read this cute novella to find out !
April 15, 2024
It was ok
This was a quick ok read. I didn’t really feel an instant connection between Preston and Mia but I liked them together. I didn’t understand how he got mad at her when they never talked about a relationship or we t on an official date. That part was a little confusing but other then that I enjoyed it
This was a quick ok read. I didn’t really feel an instant connection between Preston and Mia but I liked them together. I didn’t understand how he got mad at her when they never talked about a relationship or we t on an official date. That part was a little confusing but other then that I enjoyed it
January 8, 2025
Mistletowed
A very sweet holiday novella where Mia and Preston's chance encounter leads to something much deeper. A misunderstanding almost led to a complete breakdown but fate intervened and all was well to a fresh start.
This is my first read by this author and I absolutely loved it!
A very sweet holiday novella where Mia and Preston's chance encounter leads to something much deeper. A misunderstanding almost led to a complete breakdown but fate intervened and all was well to a fresh start.
This is my first read by this author and I absolutely loved it!
December 22, 2023
so sweet
This was a sweet romance. A Christmas romance that keeps your attention. Preston and Mia meet at a bit so good time but then ended up hitting it off. Though some insecurities are present these two just have to work through them.
This was a sweet romance. A Christmas romance that keeps your attention. Preston and Mia meet at a bit so good time but then ended up hitting it off. Though some insecurities are present these two just have to work through them.
December 30, 2024
Awesome little love story of a beauitful mixture of race, culture and class. Love that their love story is set in Brooklyn but still has all the feels of a small town Christmas ...with all the trimmings. All's well that ends well and Mia and Preston's story certainly ends beautifully !!!
December 28, 2025
I enjoyed this very cute novella!! Loved the FMC and MMC in the story and would love to see more about the characters development and relationship. Overall fate along with the joy of Christmas made this a sweet romance.
December 16, 2023
Great read
This book was so good it held my attention from the beginning to the end I’m looking forward to reading more from this author.
This book was so good it held my attention from the beginning to the end I’m looking forward to reading more from this author.
January 9, 2024
more like 2.5 stars tbh
March 9, 2024
I really enjoyed this story. It was a cute, fun holiday romance.
dnf
December 4, 2024BLR 2023
DNF @ page 30 because why you ain’t just ask her on a date instead of disguising it as work inspiration. Please spare me 🙄
DNF @ page 30 because why you ain’t just ask her on a date instead of disguising it as work inspiration. Please spare me 🙄
December 2, 2025
Mia Reyes is an interior designer down on her luck when her car broke down on the way to interview a potential client, a tow truck pulls up to her heart. A cure Christmas novella with all the Feels.
October 27, 2024
What a great read. I love Preston and Mia. I love how they connected upon meeting but had true friends/family in their life to give advice and guidance in not allow their past to interfere with their future. I felt connected to not only the relationship but them both being an entrepreneur.
Great story to enjoy on Christmas Day. I look forward to more from the author and the love of this couple and others! Highly recommend
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