Christmas with Brother's Best Friends: A Surprise Pregnancy Reverse Harem Romance

by Brooklyn Cox

My brother's three best friends are my new bosses.
Then one snowed-in Christmas Eve left me with the kind of gift you can’t return.

We were supposed to be working on a holiday campaign.
Then the blizzard hit.
The power went out.
And in the dark…my self control melted faster than the snow outside.

Josh, the grinning playboy, unwraps me faster than the first gift under the tree.
Max, the ruthless CEO, ruins me with every filthy order.
Ryan, the dark-eyed storm, claims me like he’s waited a lifetime.

One night together was our secret.
Until two pink lines changed everything.

Now I’m carrying a baby that could belong to any of them…
And hiding it from my brothers is only the beginning.

If this secret gets out, I could lose my job, my family—everything.
But if it means forever with them and our baby…
I’ll take the risk,
And stay on the naughty list forever.

A steamy standalone reverse harem Christmas romance with brother’s best friends, workplace forbidden tension, a surprise pregnancy, no cheating, no cliffhanger, and a heart-melting HEA.

Genres: Why Choose, Christmas, Romance

455 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 16, 2025

Reviews

[Curvy Girl Book Nerd (Jen S) · Rating 5 out of 5]

CHRISTMAS WITH MY BROTHER'S BEST FRIENDS is part of the Twisted Desires series. It'sa steamy, instalove, OTT, reverse-harem, secret pregnancy, forced-proximity, girl gets her 3 bosses (and brother's best friends) Christmas office romance. Emma works with her brother's 3 best friends, Josh, Max, and Ryan. They all grew up together and the men all want her but they have resisted due to her brother and family. When all working on a campaign on Christmas Eve, a snowstorm hits and they are all stuck at the office. Things get hot and steamy and she realizes that she is pregnant. What will her family say? What will the guys say? This one was a bit emotional as the family fall-out was rough, but as the issues were dealt with, they all realized their love was worth fighting for. I loved the chemistry between this group and we got a great HEA, but it was a rough ride to happiness.

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

[Lois · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐s Their hearts know what they want, but will her family allow it to happen?

Emma and her brothers, Andrew and Ethan, had been best friends with Max, Josh, and Ryan. Her parents opened their home to the other boys.

Max had loving, caring parents like them. Ryan and Josh were not so lucky.

Josh's parents often didn't provide food or clothing for him. He always knew if he showed up at the Blake household, Mrs. Blake would feed him; she still sends him home with leftovers. The boys would allow him to borrow or keep their clothing.

Ryan had always felt as if he was a burden to his parents, especially his mother. When he contacted her about getting together with his parents over the holidays, he learned that they had already had a large party scheduled that she'd forgotten to inform him of. She'd been too busy to call, but even while talking to him, she didn't extend an invitation.

As much as Mr. and Mrs. Blake love Emma, they don't understand her choices. Art is a hobby—not a career. This is especially true of Mrs. Blake. Andrew and Ethan have always been the perfect sons with their perfect careers. To Mrs. Blake, Emma should have an office where she works day after day while building up a retirement fund. All of this traveling for jobs is just madness to her. She doesn't understand that Emma has established a successful freelance graphic design business.

Now Max, Josh, and Ryan have hired her to oversee their latest update for their company, SyncUp. The office is huge but almost empty. Their employees can choose to come to the office or work remotely, which they all do.

All three men are the CEOs. Josh is the best with people, so he's the face of the company. He deals with prospective clients and their large clients and attends events and social functions. He had gotten involved with Stacy King and her very influential father. Although he wants nothing to do with her romantically any longer, he's still at her beck and call for business opportunities. Ryan deals with marketing and brand image. While Max deals with the technical side of the business.

There's just one thing that neither any of the men nor Emma thought they'd ever have to deal with—love. Despite her brothers scaring
off guys since guys first began to take notice of Emma, they will make no exceptions for their three best friends. Especially not for all three of them.

I received an ARC of this book from the author via Booksprout. I am voluntarily leaving this review.

[addictedtodarkromance · Rating 4 out of 5]

 This was a cute holiday novel.

Emma works for Josh, Max & Ryan, who happen to be her brother's best friends. She's known them for a long time, but she's older now. One night, they are at the office working when a snowstorm forces them to stay in the building.

With the 4 of them together, things start to get heated, and they aren't able to keep their feelings hidden anymore. Emma was afraid, as she likes them all and she doesn't want to hurt anyone's feelings, thinking she has to choose just one of them. So she's pleasantly surprised when they tell her that they will want her and are all okay sharing (just between them).

After the storm passes, they are worried about Emma's brothers finding out, and Emma feels they can't be together. But when 2 lines show up on a test, it changes everything.

At times, I felt like things went on a little long, and I just wanted the story to move forward a bit faster, but other than that, I thought it was a cute read. The guys truly care for Emma and are ready to fight for her. They stay protective of her no matter what and go out of their way to make sure she's okay.

There's a lot of tension when things are finally revealed, and they need to figure out how to navigate everything that's happening.
 
 
Overall: 4 out of 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice/Heat Intensity: 1.5 out of 5 🌶️.5
Main Characters: Josh, Max, Ryan & Emma
Type of book: MFMM, Why Choose, Multiple 1st Person POV
Reading Order: Standalone Novel
Title: Christmas with my Brother's Best Friends
Epilogue: Yes
Ending Type: HEA
 
 
*Possessive, obsessive, dominant, fiercely loyal and protective MMC
*Eyes only for her
*Stranded/Forced Proximity
*Brother's Best Friends
*No cheating or sharing outside the relationship
 
 
⚠️ 18+
 
*I received an early copy of this book & am voluntarily leaving this review.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

My brothers’ three best friends are my new bosses.
Then one snowed-in Christmas Eve left me with the kind of gift you can’t return.

We were supposed to be working on a holiday campaign.
Then the blizzard hit.
The power went out.
And in the dark…my self-control melted faster than the snow outside.

Josh, the grinning playboy, unwraps me faster than the first gift under the tree.
Max, the ruthless CEO, ruins me with every filthy order.
Ryan, the dark-eyed storm, claims me like he’s waited a lifetime.

One night together was our secret.
Until two pink lines changed everything.

Now I’m carrying a baby that could belong to any of them…
And hiding it from my brothers is only the beginning.

If this secret gets out, I could lose my job, my family—everything.
But if it means forever with them and our baby…
I’ll take the risk,
And stay on the naughty list forever.

This contemporary Christmas holiday surprises pregnancy reverse harem romance is page-turning with exceptional world-building and characters. Their journey is enthralling, with Christmas with my brother's best friends, explicit romance that is consumed by steamy, sizzling passion, lust, desire, and spice, with all the feelings to leave readers breathless and begging for more, a why choose romance, a surprise pregnancy, workplace romance/boss romance, best friends of her brothers with forced proximity during the Christmas holiday in a magical winter wonderland between three hot men that incorporates action and adventure in their stay, chaos/drama, heartfelt emotions/emotional depth, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate her readers' hearts and attention with a Christmas with my brother's best friends and an explicit surprise pregnancy reverse harem romance that is sure to transport readers into a world that is wildly lustful and unforgettable.

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

[kymagirl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Three men, one forbidden love, and a Christmas that changed everything.

Emma never expects to fall for her brother’s best friends. Max, the steady protector who grounds her. Josh, the charming risk taker who makes her laugh when she needs it most. Ryan, the brooding fighter who feels everything too deeply. Together they pull her into a storm of desire, loyalty, and heartbreak, where keeping secrets is just as dangerous as telling the truth.

What begins as temptation grows into something they can’t walk away from. With family loyalties, old promises, and the weight of secrecy pressing down, every step forward risks tearing them apart. Emma finds her strength, while the men confront their fears and vulnerabilities, determined to hold onto the love that no one else understands.

The fallout is brutal, testing bonds of family and friendship, but Emma refuses to shrink from what she wants, and Max, Josh, and Ryan refuse to let her stand alone. Their journey forces them to face heartbreak, sacrifice, and the cost of defying expectations, but it also proves that real love can survive even when the odds are stacked against it.

Through confrontation and forgiveness, what starts fragile turns unbreakable, and the choice to fight for each other becomes the only one that matters. Together, they learn that love is more than passion—it’s trust, resilience, and the courage to build something unconventional but lasting.

A steamy, forbidden, brother’s best friend, secret relationship, holiday, reverse harm, workplace romance filled with family drama, tension, and unconditional love, exploring love, trust, secrecy, resilience, and commitment. At its core, it’s about crossing lines you swore you wouldn’t, facing betrayal and judgment, and still choosing each other when everything’s at stake.

[Mrs C · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you’re craving a cozy reverse harem romance with just enough spice to warm your winter nights, Christmas with Brother’s Best Friends delivers a festive treat wrapped in charm, heart, and a dash of snowstorm-induced steam.

Emma Blake, a freelance graphic designer with a backbone of quiet rebellion, finds herself caught between familial expectations and unexpected passion. Her brothers—Ethan the lawyer and Andrew the doctor—are protective to a fault, and their childhood friends Josh, Max, and Ryan are practically part of the Blake family. So when Emma is hired to rescue their billion-dollar tech platform’s design project, things get complicated fast.

What starts as a professional lifeline turns into a whirlwind of late nights, emotional tension, and one very memorable snowed-in office moment. The chemistry between Emma and the three men simmers beautifully, and while they try to resist, love (and a surprise pregnancy) has other plans. The emotional stakes rise when a health scare forces the truth into the open, and the resolution—complete with family acceptance and holiday warmth—feels earned and satisfying.

Brooklyn Cox’s writing is smooth and engaging, with well-drawn characters and just enough conflict to keep the pages turning. While I personally wished for a bit more drama, the story’s sweetness and emotional depth make it a lovely seasonal read. The HEA is heartwarming, the spice is tasteful, and the Christmas backdrop adds a layer of magic that fans of RH romance will adore.

✨ Verdict: A cute, well-paced holiday romance with a strong heroine, swoony billionaires, and a satisfying blend of love, family, and festive cheer. Recommended for anyone who loves found family, protective men, and a heroine who quietly steals the show.

I received a free ARC edition of this book but leave this review independently and was not paid to do so.

[Sandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Emma is back home. She is a Freelance Graphic designer who has built her business up from scratch, which means she goes where the work is. She has been hired by her brothers Ethan and Andrew's best friends, Josh, Max, and Ryan, who run their own business, SyncUp.

Josh, Max, and Ryan, and any other men who came around Emma, were always warned away by her brothers; they were and are very protective of their baby sister. But the guys were always around Emma growing up, so they already had a good relationship with her. But when they see Emma, the first time in years, they a stunned by this confident, beautiful woman who's standing in front of them. They are all having very wayward thoughts about her, which would earn them a punch from her brothers if they knew!

Emma is finding it very hard to concentrate and work around the guys, who have grown into hunks. If only they knew.

When bad weather has them caught at the office overnight, the tension between all four ramps up. Professional lines are crossed into the intimate. The men and Emma realise they have something special, and when the unexpected happens, it's an even more stressful time for Emma. But how do they tell the family, especially the brothers? Will they ever accept that their friends crossed a line with their sister?

The four have to navigate their own feelings for one another, and also those of her family. If the family can see just how strong their love is, then hopefully the men will get their blessing.

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

[Alex Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book Brooklyn has many books like this available and I can’t stop reading them. I enjoy the why choose trope a lot more than I would have thought I would. Each book of Brooklyn’s that I read makes me wonder how my three brothers would react if it was their best friends and I in these books and I can honestly say they would not take it well at all, they may be my younger brothers, but they are still protective of me. A couple punches, a cold shoulder, and the silent treatment would be a walk in the park compared to what they would do to protect me. I don’t know if Brooklyn has any siblings or not but either way she writes the sibling bonds perfectly.

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

[Praline 99 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brother best friend. (Harem reverse)
Emma is a young woman returning to her hometown after accepting a graphic design contract for her brother's three best friends. But when she sees them again, she is faced with three beautiful men for whom she can't help but fall. When she finds herself struggling with her feelings for the three men, she also faces family pressure to find a steady job and a husband. But her will weakens when she ends up snowed in with these three men.
Will Emma get a beautiful story or will she have to choose between her family and her men, not to mention the secret she's keeping...

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

[shelbi wise · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emma dosnt know what she wants to do in life. She takes a month job with graphic designer working along side her brothers best friends who she grew up with. All three men know she is off limits but they start having feelings for her. One snowy night they get snowed in and even tho it’s cold out it’s getting hot in the office. They show her how it is to be loved and cared for for one night. Well that one night led to an unplanned pregnancy and a lot of trouble between the brothers and the three guys! In the end she finds love with all three and a beautiful baby and new life.

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

[Rocky Mountain Red · Rating 5 out of 5]

Normally not a fan of slow burns, normally you get strung along for most of a story, then you get one or two spicy scenes, then the end. Not so here! Whew boy! Start slow and steamy, then BOOM! Not a nibble of spice, oh no! Full-on all-you-can-eat sex buffet for the entire second half of the book! yippe and lucky you! 3 super hot cinnamon roll uber-nerds, one sassy momma, and yup! I am here for all of it! This one is absolutely going onmy "Keeper" shelf! Enjoy!.

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

[Debdutch · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Christmas with My Brother’s Best Friends” by Brooklyn Cox

-A steamy, snowed-in holiday romance that blends heat with heart. I received a free copy and am voluntarily sharing my honest thoughts.

Emma and her brother’s best friends—Josh, Max, and Ryan—find themselves trapped together and unable to hide their feelings any longer. What begins as forbidden attraction turns into love, loyalty, and unexpected family drama.

A cozy, spicy reverse harem story about trust, secrets, and fighting for love.

[Insomniac Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brooklyn is one of my favorite reverse harem authors and this one did not disappoint. I loved the push and pull, not too much angst factor. The blizzard ended up being a blessing in disguise and boy was it hot hot hot despite the dropping temperatures. The MMCs were adorable in their love for Emma and the baby. I was expecting a lot more drama with the brothers once they found out the truth but it ended up being just what I needed. I loved the ending and their happily ever after that was more than well deserved.

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

[A Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Christmas with my Brother's Best Friends is book 3 of the Twisted Desires series and it did not disappoint! Brooklyn Cox really did an amazing job with this romance. The story was amazingly written, interesting, exciting, steamy, and emotional. The characters were well written, likable, steamy, amazing, had you rooting for them. I was very invested in this story and cant wait to read more! I highly recommend this book!.

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

[Connie McBride · Rating 4 out of 5]

Christmas with my Brother’s Best Friends was not your typical holiday romance book. Emma is a hired by the guys to do a project. During a power outage things quickly escalate between the 4, leaving Em with a gift. Once they come clean to her brothers and parents it is up to them if they will support their unconventional relationship.

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

[PW · Rating 5 out of 5]

What started off as a job with three of the hottest 🫠🫠🫠men around tuned into a night(s) to remember! Santa definitely had in for all of us. Emma, Josh, Max and Ryan have history that is revealed as the crushes from the past take on new meaning. Love is love is love 💕 . This is an excellent reverse harem story.

This Booksprout ARC is a toe curling, smile inducing and cold drink kind of story 😉, enjoy.

[Berta Greenleaf Richardson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was ok but nothing stupendous. It was pedestrian and the characters had little to no chemistry. They dealt more with work problems than they did with the relationships. I can not see what business it was of the brothers to stick their noses in the relationship, they are all adults. It was a slow burn RH that is slightly boring. Author also confuses names sometimes. The author is usually better than this.

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

[Lesley Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a surprise

Loved the book. All the love, heat, tension and suspense just made the whole book readable. This book is 50 chapters long, well worth the cost of the book. I hate that for the same price I am only getting 8-10 chapters from some other authors! Brooklyn has done a great job especially with the tension between the guys and the brothers, we all guessed that the brothers would eventually come around.

[Alia · Rating 4 out of 5]

The story was cute and fluffy- I would’ve liked to see Stacy come back later on in the story to stir up some more trouble, but I’m a sucker for drama. Andrew and Ethan bordered on villainous later on in the story, which was a surprising and unexpected. In the end, it was sweet and romantic- a fun and easy read.

[laura.lovesreading · Rating 5 out of 5]

When a storm hits and Emma is forced to stay with her three bosses, their relationship changes, a deeper connection builds and the chemistry explodes.

I absolutely enjoyed this four and it’s the perfect book for lovers of forced proximity, RH, brother’s best friend(s) and workplace.

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

[Carolyn Meredith · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked this book. It is well written with great characters and good steam. I didn’t particularly like her parents and especially her brothers basically holding her hostage at the end. The rest of the story is so good, I just read that part quickly. This is one of those stories that I would like to know more of their lives years later.

[Amy Hutchins · Rating 5 out of 5]

You got to love brothers who are overprotective and their best friends who you fall in love with. Brooklyn Cox did a great job at telling their story. The love that Emma has for everyone in her circle, especially Ryan, Josh, and Max, and wanting to make them believe in her is outstanding.

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

[Kim Behnke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brooklyn always pulls you into her books with a story line that keeps you guessing.

I liked that Emma is a strong woman who knows what is best for her. Liked that Emma was able to stand up to her family about what she wanted and was able to help the guys see what they truely wanted as well.

[Narelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

What do you think might happen in a story where our FMC is caught in a Christmas Eve snow storm with her three bosses (who are her brother's besties)?? Yep, that's right. Emma has a nice time with Josh, Max and Ryan resulting in a nice little surprise for everybody. A fun and easy, steamy why choose read.

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

[L KQ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Undeniably Explosive

Emma and the guys bond right from the start. Their chemistry is undeniably explosive. This story was entertaining, enjoyable and full l of steamy moments. I could not get enough and loved every word.

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

[Jodie Cary · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first time reading a story from this author and I loved it! I was hooked into the characters' lives right from the start and had a hard time putting the book down. RH, Brother's Best Friends Romance. I can't wait to read more.

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[Christie Krentz · Rating 4 out of 5]

a reverse harem Christmas Story

Emma goes to work for her brothers friends and ends up having one steamy night. Well than one steamy night turned into a positive test. They have to navigate their new relationship while trying to figure out how to tell her over protective brothers and their not so sure parents.
Over all it was a cute read

[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 strong attraction between Emma, Josh, Max and Ryan develops into love. When things come out in the open, I liked how they all fought for their love.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Definitely another epic read by Brooklyn. It was not only unputdownable but HOT storyline. Josh, Ryan, Max and Emma will definitely keep you warm and cozy from start to finish. This is a five-star sizzling hot read.

[brenda hurley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this book I thought it was well written and I enjoyed the characters and storyline. I can’t wait to read more from Brooklyn Cox.

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