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Strawberry Snowflakes: A Forgotten Legacy Christmas Story

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While Harper plots a birthday surprise for Gabe, he's making his own plans as he works on a way to give her a Christmas she'll never forget.

This is a Forgotten Legacy Christmas Novella and must be read after Neglected Consequences!

138 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 19, 2023

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L. Ann

48 books997 followers
If you are looking for gentle romps through the flowers, with lovers holding hands and never making mistakes, then my books are not for you.

I don't write heroes or heroines, I write people with baggage, history and problems. My characters are flawed, they're messy, they make disastrous mistakes that are hard to come back from. My stories are not sweet or kind, they are dark and, at times, cruel. They deal with uncomfortable subjects and I do not apologise for it.


If you like plot twists, characters you don't think you'll ever grow to love but eventually do, sarcasm, dark paths and messy relationships, then come on in. The water may be deep and shark-infested, but I know the way out ...I promise.

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Profile Image for Shani.
855 reviews34 followers
December 20, 2023
⭐ - 5/5
🔥 - 2.5
🧮 Highly Recommend
💜 Tropes: rockstar, Christmas
📚 Standalone or series: This novella takes place after Neglected Consequences (Forgotten Legacy Book 6) and should be read in order.

I'm not even going to deny it here. Me, obsessed with them? Yes, yes I am. So when this author says she's dropping a novella with my favorite rockstars? SIGN ME UP! GIVE ME THE GOODS RIGHT NOW!

In this one, we catch up with the guys and their partners in the best possible way. Oh, it's the holidays, what could Gabe be putting under the tree? Perhaps...Harper? Perhaps....things Gabe loves WITH Harper? If you know, you know! ;)

OK, where was I going with this review? I got distracted with all thoughts of Gabe Effing Mercer, that dirty-talking rockstar....

L. Ann never hesitates to pull out some emotion from her readers. Whether it's a giggle from the snark or ridiculousness her characters say (I love you Dex!), or emotional strings as they go through something big. For me, there were both of those things.

Learning more about Gabe and Harper's past just solidified for me how much I love them. There are always new things we haven't seen. So getting a glimpse of that, made my heart mush.

If you're craving a trip back into the lives of your favorite rockstars, go grab this right now! You won't be disappointed. If you're like me, grab a tissue or two also. Oh and don't forget the snacks for the pillow fort/reading cave!
635 reviews9 followers
December 20, 2023
Well this little gem has made my Christmas.

So good to be back in Forgotten Legacys orbit with Gabe and Harper. Of course Seth, Dex and Luca as well as the girls make an appearance together with some other familiar faces. It's like they've never been away.

Gabes birthday and christmas, parties and performances what more could we ask for? Be prepared for the odd surprise and enjoy the ride as always.
835 reviews8 followers
December 21, 2023
Who doesn't love a return to the world of Forgotten Legacy? I love L.Ann's ongoing relationship with the FL boys and how they pop up every so often to surprise us. This festive novella celebrates all things Harper and Gabe. We get to see the rest of the band and where they are at in their lives along with Deacon and Shaun (if you love the shifter series too).

The premise is that Gabe wants to make Christmas great for Harper having the reputation of being a bit of a Grinch. Strawberry Snowflakes follows his efforts to create a Christmas party and find a perfect present.

Gabe is still the same. Vulnerable and honest with Harper, arrogant and a showman to the outside world. Harper is still the sparky and devoted FMC she has always been. You see the strength in their relationship after everything they have overcome. This Harper and Gabe feel like the future rather than wrapped up in the past and their traumas. And I loved that this novella moves their story forward, healing some old wounds and giving surprising emotional gifts to those involved.

Another great instalment in this Rockstar romance series, this time with a fun festive twist.
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289 reviews7 followers
December 24, 2023
I may or may not be a HUGE Gabe Mercer fan. *bats eyelashes*
Seriously, though, I would have read this book even if Gabe Mercer wasn't in it because it involves Forgotten Legacy, and one simply CANNOT pass the opportunity to read ANYTHING L. Ann writes when it comes to these boys!
On to the book, I won't offer a million spoilers, nobody likes those. L. Read the blurb and then sit back and enjoy this most brilliant piece of literature. I can say, I was over the moon thrilled when I discovered this little secret. As one page turned into the next, I was in my happy place. I was back with the men of Forgotten Legacy and their amazing female other halves. With each line I read, I was once again back home.
I can say I laughed, I cried, I contemplated what was happening, I cried, I was moved, and I cried. I think I mentioned I cried. Tears of joy and happiness!
If you have read the rest of the Forgotten Legacy series, do not hesitate to get this book and read it! Your FL journey won't be complete until you do!
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526 reviews23 followers
December 26, 2023
This was absolutely the catch up with Forgotten Legacy (specifically Gabe and Harper) I didn’t know I needed and couldn’t be more thrilled about. I will never get enough of these rockstars and the women in they love.

It’s well known Gabe doesn’t like Christmas, but Harper always has especially when they were kids. Gabe is determined to give her a surprise magical Christmas she isn’t expecting. Harper even has a few surprises of her own for him this season. I love this couple so much, they are fun, adorable, have the cutest banter and the best love story.

As always I can’t get enough of this authors writing. She has such an ability to give us a wonderful story, even in a novella like this. Never without a couple twists thrown at us! I love getting to revisit favourite characters, I will never say no to these surprise short stories, I’ll take all the Forgotten Legacy L. Ann wants to give me!

Being set at Christmastime, made it so much better for the reading mood I have been in the past couple weeks. A must read for FL and Gabe Mercer fans.
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495 reviews40 followers
December 23, 2023
L. Ann said it was supposed to be 10,000 words but it ended up 30,000 words and let me tell you I wanted more.

I can't explain it...these rockstars have my heart. Every little thing they do I want to know about. And Gabe. He's over the top and so rockstarish (not a word, I know) but his heart is so good and so big and if he loves you—no boundaries exist.

His Christmas gift to Harper...let's just say I cried and I fell in love with him a little bit more and I didn't even think that was possible.

If you've read the seires, you will devour this book. If you haven't read this series...get on that and come back and tell me how much you loved it.


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3,411 reviews62 followers
December 28, 2023
Duck - I missed them so much

There's just something magical about this series and it's cast
L. Ann's writing style brings it all to life

The opportunity to spend the holidays with everyone was something I was not about to pass up

Gabe has never been much for Christmas or his Birthday, but when Frosty kept dropping hints - actually the whole band - he decided it was the year to give the little firecracker who held his heart a little holiday magic

Frosty loves the holiday season and with a little help from the gang is set on making Gabe's birthday something to celebrate

Anyone who has had the privilege of spending any time with any members of Forgotten Legacy knows what to expect
Laughter, slightly off-key humor, steamy romance, a little angst, lots of family (the kind you choose to stand with), some pretty cool miracles, and best of all Memories

Sappy I know but...
You truly can't go wrong with spending your holidays with Forgotten Legacy and the family
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1,339 reviews11 followers
December 20, 2023
Christmas 2023 is a wrap!
I don’t need anything else now that I have this Forgotten Legacy novella.

Getting to visit with Gabe, Harper and the rest of the Forgotten Legacy family was an unexpected, yet welcomed, gift.

The men & women of Forgotten Legacy are all at good places in their lives. Gabe’s birthday is nearing, as well as Christmas. Harper knows he doesn’t have pleasant memories of either. Gabe knows she loves Christmas. Both of them are putting plans in place for the other.

Did I put adulting aside so I could read this novella in one sitting?
Yes.
Did I laugh?
Yes.
Did I cry?
Yes.

Is it possible for good things to keep happening?
Is this season of good cheer and joy going to stay that way?
If you’ve read the Forgotten Legacy series, you probably know the answer to those last questions.

Dive right in.
You won’t regret it.
337 reviews9 followers
December 27, 2023
This is a revisit to the fabulous world of Forgotten Legacy,that I didn't realise until now, I needed in my life.
If you are going to dive into this book, please do yourself a favour and go back to Tattooed Memories and met the wild men of Forgotten Legacy and the women who,one by one, brought them to their knees.
It's Gabe's Birthday and Harper is determined he will celebrate it this year. Gabe has a surprise or two up his sleeve for Harper too. Mix into this the other band members, their "better halves", one of which is about to bring twins into this already crazy mix and you have a catch up Novella that is perfect for Xmas time and brought a smile to my lips just at the right time. Thank you L Ann this is perfect.
Do yourself a huge favour, go back and read the Forgotten Legacy series then come back and grab this. You will wonder where these guys have been all your life.
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1,978 reviews48 followers
January 3, 2024
I love this world, I love these characters, but being back with my love Gabe was my favorite part 🤣

If you haven't read The Forgotten Legacy series, first what are you waiting for!?!? Go dive into this beautiful emotion filled world right now!!! Second, you can't have Gabe. That beautiful man is mine! 😂

Strawberry Snowflake is an amazing check in with these characters we love and adore so much. We get the funny banter, the spice, and L Ann brings the emotional moments too. I absolutely devoured this and I already know I will be rereading this whole series again soon. It's my happy place.

Go read this series right now if you haven't yet, and if you have read it, go read this right now and fall even more in love with these rockstars and their loves!
Profile Image for Katie Wilson.
251 reviews1 follower
December 25, 2023
Oh my goodness I think I literally smiled through this whole book! I'm still smiling. There's just something about these boys that feels so real. I feel like I could be one of the crazy groupies in real life. Gabe is just chef's 😘 kiss. Harper could literally be my bestie. I just love everything about this world and the Deacon Shaun cameo!!! Eeeeek I wish we'd get more of them too.
I read this Christmas Eve. I had to pause a series I was in the middle of which I never do!!! I can't jump in between books but I needed a little Gabe in my life for Christmas. Thank you so much Lee Ann. You're the rockstar 🖤
Profile Image for Ashley.
57 reviews1 follower
December 21, 2023
I love everything L. Ann does so I loved that she gave us a book to read to revisit the boys. I loved that it was a Christmas story and was just released before Christmas time. Gabe is his usual self and I love that about him. The story is a novella but she gave a longer version of a novella. However it was a fast and great read. Along with all the spicy things Gabe and Harper get up to as they do in the Forgotten Legacy realm. Do yourself a favor and read this book for Christmas time or whenever 😁
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Author 3 books2 followers
December 21, 2023
They’re back! I devoured this novella so fast, I absolutely loved how everyone was in it and loved the snapshot we got of everyone’s lives. The relationship between the guys is as always just *chefs kiss* it’s made me want to re-read the rest of the books.

The novella itself is Gabe and Harper (obvs really with the title!) and it’s Christmas and Gabes birthday. There’s surprises and a few good tears along the way and we even get to see some of the previous books characters! A fun quick read but to really get it first you definitely need to read the rest of the FL books!
Profile Image for Laurie Anne.
943 reviews18 followers
January 2, 2024
There seriously needs to be a rating higher than 5 stars!!
This ENTIRE SERIES is a 5 star read and listen!
I loved loved loved this novella.

Thank you, L Ann for writing this book I didn't know I needed!!!

Gabe is the swooniest, sexiest and craziest rock star character EVER.

Harper gets some kick ass presents this year from her one and only.
She also helps make new and wonderful memories for his birthday and Christmas!

I swear I heard Thomas Locklear's voice as I read this book!!!
Profile Image for Carina Hales.
476 reviews11 followers
December 21, 2023
What a great novella. Just what I needed to get in the Christmas spirit.

It’s always such a pleasure diving back into the Forgotten Legacy world, the guys just grab your attention. I love them all but especially Gabe. Love seeing how happy he and his frosty are.

As expected plenty of hot moments-this is Gabe after all! A lovely story that melted my heart. I hope we can continue reading these delightful treats. A fab book with all the feels, thanks for the Christmas gift I really enjoyed it!
130 reviews2 followers
December 31, 2023
Forgotten Legacy...I feel it...it is real

L.Ann, merry Christmas and thank you so much for this story.
For any who have not ventured into the Forgotten Legacy world, do yourself the biggest favour, get Tattooed Memories, and begin your journey.....all the way to this "Strawberry Snowflakes" must read.
This chapter of the lives of Forgotten Legacy, brought me right back to where I needed to be....crushing on a Rock band and their awesome ladies, who keep them grounded. To revisit the bonds of friendship made as children, to thosd same amazing friends now.
Loved those strawberries.....as always.....smirk.
Well done L.Ann. You are a word wizard....hmmm....or witch.
Loved it!
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1,607 reviews27 followers
January 2, 2024
Be still me heart. I could live in Forgotten Legacy’s world!!! These characters are just the best and to be able to dive back into those world was fantastic. Honestly didn’t see some of the things coming but as always when Harper and Gabe and the red did the bands all here my emotions were there. Thank you Gabe for demanding more than a short because I am not sure I could ever get enough of Forgotten Legacy!
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271 reviews6 followers
January 4, 2025
This is a novellas of the Forgotton Legacy series to be read after the completion of Neglected Consequences (book 6).

I loved being back with Gabe and Harper. Gabe ways to throw Harper a surprise Christmas party, even though he hates the holiday. Short and sweet with a little bit of strawberry spicy

I would love to stay in the story and just read about the bands life. There might be more one day, I can only hope
190 reviews2 followers
December 31, 2025
A quick, fun Christmas story with the whole crew. There’s also a huge bomb dropped about Harper, in an overall good way. At first, it’s a little rocky, but it gets better. Of note, has nothing to do with Gabe (yay!). We also get to see how much effort both Gabe and Harper are putting in to grow and be better partners.

I love these little novellas because I love the story so much. It’s nice to get updates about them!
Profile Image for Savannah Medina.
689 reviews30 followers
December 21, 2023
Oh. My. Goodness. How on earth can I express how much I absolutely LOVED this novella, without spoiling it? It was absolute PERFECTION! Getting to see Gabe & Harper after Neglected Consequences, happy together and settled into life and actively touring is just SO FREAKING GOOD! I'm beside myself with unadulterated joy. I'm obsessed! See y'all on another page!
Profile Image for Fantasy Book Review Kim.
582 reviews3 followers
December 21, 2023
What an amazing short to bring us back to our favorite rockstars. Lee Ann gave us all the fun of a forgotten legacy book with a little Christmas cheer sprinkled in. We got spice and feel good moments and few surprises thrown in. Gabe as always is a menace while Harper brings out the good in him. If you love these broken boys, you won’t regret seeing how Gabe does Christmas.
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392 reviews73 followers
December 22, 2023
The Forgotten Legacy series is one of my all time favorite and it was a real pleasure to go back to these characters with Strawberry Snowflakes.
As it is still a real Forgotten Legacy story, the cute and fluffy delights are mixed with passion and surprises.
I really hope there are more to come in the FL world.
Profile Image for Angela Parker.
589 reviews4 followers
December 22, 2023
More delicious Gabe

Forgotten Legacy is such an amazing series, really enjoyed it so this Christmas novella was just perfection. So good to catch up with all my favourite characters again, I was so happy to get more Gabe and Seth.
Such a touching sweet story touching on both Harper and Gabes troubled childhoods.
Fantastic story, just right for the time of year.
Profile Image for Patti Williams.
263 reviews
December 23, 2023
L. Ann - Thank you for this Christmas surprise! 10,000 novella? Gabe said nah, let’s do 30,000! Thanks Gabe! There can never be enough Forgotten Legacy, the boys and their girls! I loved the catch up with the entire band. There’s so much more to tell- a wedding and babies are the obvious! 😉. Merry Christmas L. Ann and to the FL family! 🎄
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1,851 reviews20 followers
December 24, 2023
Absolutely loved being back with Forgotten Legacy group again, especially for Christmas!
Featuring mostly around Gabe and Harper we get more goodness, hotness and amazing writing from start to end!
I could read about this group of friends all day long every day as i love them all so much.
Huge well done L Ann for another fab read.
*read as part of KU*
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217 reviews7 followers
December 24, 2023
What a fantastic treat being back in this world, thank you L Ann for this Christmas gift!

I love this world, especially Gabe and Harper, being back in their world with the rest of the characters was just amazing! If you’ve read and loved Forgotten Legacy, you’ll love this treat! If you’ve never heard of this series, dive in and enjoy!
74 reviews4 followers
January 4, 2024
What a delightful novella! This little Christmas gem had me grinning from ear to ear. Of course it stars our favorite rock star bad boy and his lavender haired beauty. There were appearances by all my faves, a little dramatic mystery and all around happy mushy, smushy feels. Love love love these guys.
703 reviews
December 20, 2023
This was a nice Christmas surprise. I love the Forgotten Legacy guys and their gals and this little novella was a present for sure. To be able to dive back into their world again was everything!!!! So delicious, pun intended 😉. IYKYK 😂
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133 reviews9 followers
December 20, 2023
It's Gabe....and he's being as swoon worthy as ever. His dirty thoughts.....Swoon! His dirty mouth....Swoon! His big soft smushy heart.......Swoon! He's the reason no real man can live up to my expectations. :-(
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