Christmas with Three Cowboys

Lucky Lady Reverse Harem #18

by Kai Lesy

Three rugged cowboys.
One unforgettable Christmas.

I spent years behind bars for a crime I didn’t commit.
Now, I’ve been granted an unexpected miracle—a fresh start on a remote Nebraska ranch.
But what I didn’t expect was to be snowed in with three dangerously handsome ex-military cowboys.

Colton and Ethan Avery are twin brothers, all muscle and grit, with piercing eyes that strip me bare.
And Mitch, their dark and brooding adopted brother, whose smoldering stare sets my soul—and my body—on fire.

Their heated touches and whispered promises awaken desires I thought were long buried.
And before long, the snow isn’t the only thing melting.

But just as I begin to believe in love again, my past comes crashing back.
The man who destroyed my life isn’t done with me, and this time, he’s brought powerful enemies with him.

To make things even more complicated, I’m pregnant.
With twins.

Now, the three men who’ve claimed my heart will have to fight to protect me, our babies, and the future we’re building together.

Will this Christmas bring the happily ever after we’ve dreamed of?
Or will the ghosts of my past destroy the only family I’ve ever truly wanted?



This is a sizzling, stand-alone reverse harem romance packed with sexual tension, suspense, and all the Christmas magic you can handle. Featuring dangerously sexy cowboys, plenty of banter, MFMM and ménage scenes so steamy they’ll melt more than just the Nebraska snow. Blistering heat, heart-pounding danger, and an HEA guaranteed!

Genres: Romance, Westerns, Christmas, Why Choose, Holiday

389 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 16, 2024

About the author

International Bestselling Romance Author.
Amazon US Top 30 Author.

Kai Lesy thrives on abundance SO naturally menage and reverse harems with a multiple over-the-top alphas is her jam.

Outside of writing her next masterpiece, Kai loves baking an obnoxious amount of cookies, playing with her French bull dog, Hugo, and writing about herself in the third person - because it feels fancy.

All books FREE on Kindle Unlimited.

Lucky Lady Reverse Harem Series
1. Single Mom's SEALs
2. Tapped Out Single Mom
3. Three Daddies Under the Mistletoe
4. Christmas with my Best Friend's Brothers
5. Cowboy Daddies
6. Christmas with my Three Best Friends
7. Playing Pretend with my Brother's Best Friends
8. SEAL'd with a Kiss
9. Snow and the Seven Protectors
10. Her Royal Treatmen

Her Glow Up Reverse Harem Series
1. Single Mom's Glow Up
2. Single Mom's Sparkle
3. Baby Makes Seven

Over the Top Galactic Protectors SciFi Series
1. Claimed by Brothers
2. Barbarian Daddies
3. Twins for the Barbarians
4. Triplets for the Barbarians

Dirty Daddies Series
1. Savage Protector
2. Quadruple Daddy
3. Protecting the Nanny

Reviews

[lf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eating her biscuits

Christmas with Three Cowboys is part of the Lucky Lady Reverse Harems series by the author. If you love RH romance and Christmas sparkle then you will love this book. The story is about Melissa, a young woman who is in prison because her ex-boyfriend framed her for his crimes. When she is given the chance to serve the last two years of her five year term as a cook on a remote Nebraska cattle ranch she jumps at the opportunity. Colton, Ethan and Mitchell own the ranch she ends up going to. When these three set eyes on the lovely convict they are ready to eat her biscuits good and thoroughly. But even as they start on a relationship and find a groove and a lot of happiness there is something still waiting out there for her. But that was before she had these three hot and sexy cowboys ready to hogtie and whip anything that even threatened a hair on her beautiful head. Christmas wishes and more come true with this smoking hot and sexy story.

[Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is part of the Lucky Lady Reverse Harems series. Melissa gets released from prison early and spends her Christmas with three sexy cowboys. Lots of danger, suspense and of course, HEAT.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kassie · Rating 2 out of 5]

DNF at 34%
It’s like the author wrote different parts of the book about totally different people and then just threw it all together. For example, at one point it’s said that Melissa’s dad ran off when she was 5 and that her mom died 4 years ago. Then later she was supposedly orphaned at the age of 2 and bounced around foster care. WTF, those are 2 very different back stories. As soon as I got to that part I just gave up. There were several minor inconsistencies before that and I doubt it gets any better. And just like all of Kai’s books, there is absolutely zero discussion about birth control, which is beyond infuriating.

[Insomniac Reviews · Rating 3 out of 5]

Christmas with Three Cowboys

Warning!

Spoilers ahead!

Consider yourself warned.

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Melissa has been incarcerated for three of a five year sentence for a crime she unknowingly committed. A model prisoner, she’s able to sign up for a work release program and finds herself working at a ranch as a cook.

The ranch so happens to be owned by three brothers and of course they are devastatingly good looking and very sweet and have their eyes set on her.

The boys’ Aunt Darla has given her approval and insists they make a move so I’m sure she knows their … appetite for sharing.

Colton is the first to do just that and he’s there for Melissa when she has a panic attack. He’s a genuinely good man.

She hasn’t been at the ranch for a month and they file the paperwork to keep her there once her sentence is over. Talk about putting the cart before the horse.

Naturally Jake is going to show up and cause a bunch of trouble when things are going so well for everyone. Of course.

Melissa tries to run and of course Aunt Darla is on the case.

The way the guys reactions is a little bit inappropriate for the situation and the spicy scenes are starting to get weird, repetitive and just thrown in all over the place as an unnecessary filler.

The cartel have delivered their first warning and Ramon saw Melissa in person. She’s bottling so much inside her naturally her anxiety is gong to come back with a vengeance.

Jake kidnaps Melissa, shoving her into a trunk but doesn’t search her first. Where the eff is her phone?

This book is fraught with inconsistencies.

Aside from twins being passed down relies on the mother’s side of the family, I’m pretty sure they wouldn’t be able to tell who the father was considering the Avery men are twins.

All in all the books plot was okay. Execution could have been better. I was expecting more from the cartel given it was such a huge part of the story up until the final confrontation. The title is Christmas with Three Cowboys but there isn’t much Christmas, they decorate and exchange gifts but I thought there would be more.

The spicy scenes fell flat, too repetitive, too lacking and often in inappropriate situations.

Would I read it again? No. Would I recommend to a friend? I don’t think so.

[Sandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Melissa is 3 years into her 5-year sentence when she gets offered a chance to serve the remainder at a farm as a cook.

Colton and Ethan are twins who run their farm with their brother Mitch, Aunt Darla, and a few ranch hands. They all realise once they get to know Melissa, the conviction doesn't sit right with them. Eventually, Melissa opens up and explains what happened. At the same time, the men and Melissa are getting closer, when her past catches up with her again.

Melissa wants to serve out the rest of her sentence at this lovely peaceful, beautiful farm, with these people who treat her more like family. When Jake shows up with an ultimatum, Melissa is backed into a corner, what does she do, where does she go, she can't pull this lovely family into her drama.

The brothers are going to protect Melissa at all costs, she is theirs, their feelings are getting stronger, and want her in their future. When the brothers get unexpected help, they are grateful. It's not only Melissa who is in danger but the town as well.

The family gets pulled into this web of lies and deceit. Melissa is in the centre of it all by falling for the wrong man, this man who has used her, thrown her to the wolves, to cover his own back. Jake will use anyone and any means necessary to point the blame in every direction but his own. But is his web of lies now disintegrating, making him an even bigger threat to Melissa?.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Rebel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kai Lesy’s Christmas with Three Cowboys is a captivating blend of sizzling romance, heartfelt emotion, and the magic of the holiday season. This contemporary reverse harem romance delivers on its promise of steamy encounters and high-stakes drama while wrapping everything in the cozy, snow-dusted charm of Christmas.
A Second Chance in the Snow

The story begins with the heroine seeking redemption on a remote Nebraska ranch. What she finds instead is more than a fresh start—it’s three magnetic cowboys who redefine the meaning of home and love. The secluded ranch becomes the perfect setting for both fiery passion and tender moments, as snowstorms and cozy fires set the stage for unforgettable nights.
Complex, Irresistible Cowboys

Colton and Ethan Avery: Twin brothers with an intoxicating mix of grit and charm, they exude raw masculinity and heartfelt vulnerability. Their protective nature and playful chemistry are impossible to resist.
Mitch Teller: The brooding adopted brother brings intensity and depth to the trio. His smoldering demeanor hides a heart ready to love fiercely, making him an intriguing counterpoint to the twins.

Love, Danger, and a Holiday Miracle

What sets this romance apart is its perfect balance of steamy passion and emotional stakes. As the heroine navigates her growing connection to these three men, her past comes crashing back, threatening to destroy the new life she’s building. The revelation of her pregnancy adds a layer of urgency and hope, tying into the Christmas theme of miracles and new beginnings.
Why It Works

Emotional Depth: The heroine’s journey from broken to loved is beautifully woven, making her transformation and vulnerability feel real and relatable.
Tense Drama: The looming danger from her past keeps the tension high, ensuring this story is more than just holiday fluff.
Found Family: The dynamic between the heroine and her three cowboys is as heartwarming as it is steamy, showcasing the power of love and loyalty to create a chosen family.

Perfect for Holiday Romance Fans

If you’re looking for a spicy, emotional, and heartwarming holiday read, Christmas with Three Cowboys is a must. It combines the best elements of a reverse harem romance with the joy and magic of Christmas, leaving you smiling through the tears and blushing from the heat.
Final Thoughts

Kai Lesy delivers a story that’s equal parts sultry and sentimental, filled with characters who leap off the page and a romance that burns as bright as Christmas lights. Christmas with Three Cowboys is a holiday escape you won’t want to miss—a story about love, redemption, and finding a home where you least expect it.

Highly recommended for fans of reverse harem romances with protective heroes, emotional twists, and a dash of Christmas magic!.

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[Jenny Harris · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this book with the understanding that I could leave a voluntary and honest review.

In this book we meet Melissa Carson, Colton & Ethan Avery, & Mitch Teller. Melissa has gone to jail for the last 3 years of her 5 year sentence. Since she was a model prisoner though she is get a chance to work on the outside for the last 2 years of her sentence. She knows she didn't commit the crime she is convicted of but she can't seem to get anyone to believe her. Colton, Ethan, & Mitch were all in the military together but after losing a bunch of men as well as their parents. So they come home to take care of the farm and spend some time healing. The thing is each of the guys can tell if someone is lying to them. There is something about Melissa that has them believing there is more to her story. Can they all find a HEA or will her ex who sent her to jail in the first place make sure that never happens?

Another amazing story by this author. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

[Patricia Ausmus · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Melissa was framed by her boyfriend and sent to prison she thought she would spend the next 5 years in a cell. But when she is given the chance to work off her last 2 years as a cook on a cattle ranch she never expected what came next.
Ethan, Colton, Mitchell and their aunt Darla think something fishy happened when she was convicted but she won't tell them anything. But when the boys start feeling more for her than as just an employee they know they need to find out the truth. And when first her ex shows up and then the cartel he works for they realize it's life or death for the women they are falling in love with.
Incredible characters that take the story in a smooth transition from start to finish. Great book.

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[Jenia Tortora · Rating 5 out of 5]

Melissa has been duped by her ex and made the scapegoat for his drug trafficking. When she’s given an opportunity for a fresh start she jumps at it. Ethan, Colton and Mitch are the ranch owners she ends up working for and from day one there’s no denying the chemistry between them and Melissa. When she’s gives in to them she finds happiness until her past threatens to ruin her future. The way the cowboys are determined to keep her safe and solve the problems presented by her ex is dreamy. This book is sweet and spicy with lots of danger and intrigue. It’s got all the feels covered to make this book impossible to put down. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Shawna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Christmas with Three Cowboys: A Contemporary Reverse Harem Romance. Melissa was wrongly convicted but no one listened until she was part of a work release program. She would be working on a ranch with Colton, Ethan and Mitch. They share everything these brothers. Melissa has a hard time believing what they say but she comes to trust them and knows they will protect her. Danger is coming for her, her past not staying in the last. They are former military, they will protect what is theirs and burn the town down to keep her safe. I loved the story and the characters. Who wouldn’t want three hot cowboys keeping you safe. I would definitely recommend this book.

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[Amy Great Plains Prose · Rating 2 out of 5]

I had high hopes for this book. And I was sad that I walked away feeling unfulfilled, because the story itself has potential. The author glosses over a lot of little details that make a book a great read. It’s clear the author can write and can write well, but I feel like these stories (other of her similar) are getting the short end of the stick.

Reverse harem is hot, but when the sex is glossed over and details removed to the point you have to go back and reread there’s a problem.

The author is missing basic necessities to her books—timelines, chapter breaks, section breaks, character development. I get that a story like this one is supposed to be a hot, quick read. But if you’re going to do it, then do it well.

If you need a beta reader, reach out. Happy to offer my services.

[Vanessa Sylvia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kai Lesy is one of my favorite authors and as soon as I see her name on a book, I know I will want to read it without reading the covers. This book was no exception. I liked that the story was different from the other reverse harem books she has, and the story is worth the read. Framed for a crime she did not commit Melissa is serving a five-year sentence. After 3 years in prison, she is given the opportunity to serve out the last two years on ranch working as a cook. Throw in three handsome cowboys and let the feelings grow.

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[Sondra Olbrias · Rating 4 out of 5]

Melissa picked the wrong boyfriend and paid for it with her freedom and record. Now she is entered into a work release program. Colton, Ethan and Mitch are ex Rangers who share the responsibilities of the families ranch. A new cook is needed and they want to give back to the community. So a convict who needs a hand is their choice. Only problem is that the three never expected a beautiful curvy woman to walk through the door. Melissa is scared to trust and her past seems to have returned with a vengeance.

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[Meg]

4% DNF

i can’t get over the fact that they are brothers, which idek is the problem because i read a book by someone else called Corrupt Vows or something where they were brothers with one girl and i didn’t get the creeps from that one, but that might be because the fmc didn’t get PREGNANT

nah cause like how do you fucking explain to your kid “yeah, your uncle is also you dad because he’s related to your other dad” or or what if it’s that phenomenon where two different sperms fertilize two diff eggs so now you have twins with two different dads. what are you gonna tell ‘em? “yeah so… y’all are twins, but you’re also cousins.”

[Jennifer Lovins · Rating 5 out of 5]

your not alone

Melissa went to prison for a crime she didn’t commit. Her boyfriend at the time set her up. She got a five year sentence. She served three years and then was offered to participate in a program to help her get a job when her sentence was done. She never saw how it would change her life. Colton, Ethan, and Mitch are brothers and live their lives doing everything together. They never thought they would meet a woman like Melissa. Can they clear her name and make the one who should have paid, pay? Can they do it and not lose their hearts in the process? Come on in and find out.

[Margaret · Rating 5 out of 5]

Melissa gets a chance to serve the last two years of her sentence working on a ranch.
Melissa sentenced to five years for a crime she had not committed but after three years she is offered the chance to serve the last two years working on a ranch. When she arrives she is shocked to find the ranch is run by three sexy brothers. She is given the role of cook for the ranch but finds herself attracted to all of them.

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[TL Bradshaw · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked the excitement and danger...

Some of the things that happened were implausible, even for a fiction book.
I was happy that Jake got his just desserts. Sad about the two ranch hands, and Louisa was just a throw-in i could have done without.
I'm disappointed that she did not sue for being in prison for three years.
And when she was rescued from Jake by the guys and the cartel-- why didn't they leave prior to them taking care of him? Why stand and watch!!
Darla was my favorite character of the book and it was nice to have her and sammy together in the end.

[Sophie White · Rating 4 out of 5]

My first book by this author but as a reverse harem junkie I have some on my TBR. I’m also not big on holiday themed books either but took the leap and pleased I did. There is so much pain in the characters past and Melissa’s past catches up with her in a deadly way which I really wasn’t expecting. I like it took me by surprise. Will definitely look into more if their books.

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[Jacqueline · Rating 4 out of 5]

Melissa is has been framed and is doing time for a crime she didn't commit. She has been allowed to enter a work release program on a ranch working for Ethan and Colton Avery and their adopted brother Mitch. The brothers immediately recognize that Melissa is not what they thought she was and their interest is sparked. This is a steamy, action packed read that has all the feels and a lot of heart.

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[Niki · Rating 5 out of 5]

She was sentenced to 5 years in prison for a crime she did not commit, now she has been accepted to serve her last 2 years at a ranch as a cook. She plans to put her head down and do her job, she does not want any trouble. What she did not expect was to be attractive to all three of the brothers that run the ranch or the trouble that shows up at the front door.

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[Taara Amrine · Rating 4 out of 5]

A second chance to start over agai freedom to be who she wants and needs to be. All part of a program for good inmates, guilty or not. Enter the hot ranch owners who could save our heroine from her past. Can they make it? Will she finally get the life she was robbed of? Steamy and emotional, this is a good read for a reverse harem story.

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[Michelle Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow I thought I had a terrible ex but then I read this book and this guy is so much worse. Its hard for her to let her guard down after everything and every one has done nothing but let her down. These men will do anything and everything to keep her safe and loved. The things that they have to go thru to get to the other side is sad and scary. I would love to see what the future holds for them.

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[Sara Munoz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book 17 in The Lucky Lady Reverse Harems Book Series has a Cowboy Reverse Harem Romance Story, a well-crafted world, and intriguing characters. These characters have unique personalities, complicated histories and believable interactions. This story has an innocent female who served time for a crime she did not commit, a fresh start on a Nebraska Ranch, 3 cowboys, snowed in, an Ex with dangerous ties, pregnancy twists, turns, danger, chemistry and HEA.

[Lori Wertz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This boon had me hooked. I love RH books and besides Melissa getting 3 loyal men to love and love her back, they helped her prove her innocence.

These guys took on a drug cartel and in a way won. I hated what happened to Kyle and Jason and wished that could’ve been left out of the book, but I guess they were still honored.

Can’t wait for more from this author!.

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[Ann Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

A steamy, emotional and action packed read as Melissa is released from prison and has the chance to serve the last two years of her sentence as a cook on a ranch where she meets Colton, Ethan and Mitch. Feelings grow as her past catches up with them.

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[Mary Almeida · Rating 5 out of 5]

Our female lead character is a true advocate of moving forward in the wake of discovered lies and ultimately being betrayed by love and life. Love how our cowboys work their magic on her and even though it is hard fought they restore her faith in life and love.

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[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed the different take with the heroine being the one getting out of prison. The dynamics of the harem worked well, and the characters were well developed. The storyline flowed well without to many hiccups.

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[Colleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an entertaining holiday cowboy reverse harem, romance book that holds your attention from beginning to end the storyline is intriguing as the elements unfold. The characters are well written with steamy chemistry together. I enjoyed this book.

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[Tina Locklear · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an amazing reverse harem read with three smoking hot cowboys after one cowgirl. Th twins and their adopted brother show a girl just what three hot alpha males can do to help a filly out. Looks alone can set a girl's heart and body ablaze. This read has lots of twists and turns and crazy wild emotions with lots of action

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

Melissa has been though a lot when her ex framed her and she is in prison. When she went to work on the cattle ranch she meets Ethan, Colton, Mitchell and they have a instant chemistry. I loved the steamy chemistry, drama and suspense. a wonderful read,.

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