Red Light, Green Light

Lez The Halls

by Chelsey J. León

It’s all fun and games in front of Santa’s Sleigh for three female reindeer-shifters.

We’re coming at you live from Sports, Live Events, and Drama or SLED News, where the sleigh bells ring and we’re always listening!

Are you ready to join in all the Reindeer Games?

Hopeful Wynter Norwood has arrived at the North Pole, folks! The world is watching to see how she performs with many slating Norwood to be a fan-favorite for Rudolph this season! It would be the first time a rookie ever ranked in the Rudolph spot, but let’s be honest anything can happen at the Games!

In other Reindeer Games news, rumors have been rocking around the Christmas Tree that two members of Santa’s reindeer-shifting team are a couple behind the scenes. Merrilee aka Moose, the current Prancer, is a powerhouse on the team. Felicity, the current Dasher, is known for her focused drive. These two are model athletes, but have they been kissing under the mistletoe or are they just a couple of gals being pals walking through a Winter Wonderland?

What will happen when new blood enters the Reindeer Games? Will there be a scandal leading Santa’s Sleigh?

Stay tuned to find out this Holiday Season!

Genres: Christmas, Romance, Fantasy, Lesbian, Queer, LGBT, Holiday

58 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 1, 2025

About the author

Author also writes as Chelsey J. León

Chelsey León is a born and raised Georgia peach and believer in Black Girl Magic and the gay agenda.  She wrote her first book when she was twelve years old and has been creating wild stories ever since.  When she isn’t writing about lesbian monsters with some daddy issues,  working in the tech industry because capitalism,  or being so tired of this grandpa,  she’s spending time with her own fated mate,  her wife,  and their three fur babies that they have to remind people aren’t human children constantly but might as well be.  She also loves reading,  super creamy coffee, butter cake,  video games,  pretty things,  and being a chaotic unhinged mess with her friends.

Reviews

[MJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 Stars

This seems like such a wild concept when I read the blurb but god it was so good. I loved every second 😂 I just wished it was longer! There was plenty of spice and some interesting use of air magic! Short and spicy with a great storyline, Highly recommend.

Written in first person with a single POV. Reindeer-Shifter, Mates, Poly Relationship, Competition. 3x Spicy Scenes.

[Poppy || Monster Lover · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a fun festive reindeer games story. Wynter was confident, plus size, and talented with a crush on two of the current reindeer shifters on Santa’s team. Which, fair because who wouldn’t on the funny and kind muscle mommies, Felicity and Merry? She was ready to compete for a spot on the team and won the lottery on relationships. It was short, spicy, with low plot and lots of smut.

Spice: 5/5

Triggers: mean girl antics, mention of poor portrayal of BIPOC women in media, voyeurism, exhibitionism, trapped in locker

[Lila Gwynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is not an exaggeration to say this is one of the most creative and festive Christmas stories I’ve ever read.

This novelette has an extremely fun premise: that Santa’s reindeer team goes through rotations, and reindeer (and caribou, and elk) shifters must compete for the envied spots on the team.

I was totally enraptured by the plot itself, but the characters are also wonderful. Wynter Norwood makes for a “gifted kid” main character you can cheer on. The poly dynamic between her and her two reindeer-shifter mates is as sweet as it is spicy. Their chemistry is real and well-developed in this short work, and I loved every word of it.

All details are deliberate—just when you think there can’t be any more Christmas-themed names, Chelsey J. León proves that there is another you haven’t thought of. This is SO Christmassy, too. If you are looking for a story that is just brimming with Christmas spirit, look no further.

Hot, hilarious, and light-hearted—I will be re-reading this one for a dose of festive fun every Christmas season.

[Alia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I cant get over the premise of the story, it is so witty and fun. I decided to read the two remaining books of the series without further inspection and was very entertained with the whole idea. I wasnt very carried away by some spicy parts (subjective, you know), but it was a fun and charming smut.

[Ian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wait this was so good and I wanted a full length book!

The world building was so clever and unique and I wish things were explained a little bit more (like went into more depth on things) and honestly I wish the spice was more in depth too!

All in all this was a fabulous little novella with a unique plot and storyline!

[Jay · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute

Such a cute story

I'm waiting for the sequel being a revenge story from Chrissy and her mom trying to get back at the triumphant trio but failing miserably obviously

[Jae Alistar · Rating 5 out of 5]

“[S]he gave the vibes of a woman who didn’t reach for the stars but assumed they’d rearrange themselves to her liking.”

“[T]hey were the signal, the subtle beat, rhythm, and tune that was my soul’s favorite song. …I felt my orbit change to ensure we would always revolve around each other.”

[Shelby · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a fantastic little novella that left me wanting so much more! I’m amazed how much personality and plot this author was able to back in such a short little book. I definitely want to read more from this author.

[Juniper L.H. · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was alright. It’s an interesting short story. It felt like it was missing a lot of pieces and it was rushed (the scope of the story vs the page count is a big ask!). I don’t have a lot to say? This didn’t really leave much of an impression on me but at the same time there wasn’t really anything “wrong” that would make me lower the rating; it delivered as promised. It would make a lot of sense to me if this was part of a series or an introduction to a longer novel.

This wasn’t really a Christmas story at all. Or it was but in the same way as Die Hard; technically its entirely about Christmas but also not at all in any way.

Its short and quick, so its an easy little story to snack on.

[R · Rating 5 out of 5]

Had a great time with this Holiday novelette by the incredible Chelsey J. León. It was a fun and festive adventure as we follow Wynter, who tries out to be one of Santa’s Reindeer shifter team. While there, she meets Felicity and Merry, two members of the team (who she just might have a crush on).

The story was short and spicy, with a lot of smut. Highly recommend, especially during this holiday season!

[Kate Long · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stars: 4.5 Stars
Format: Digital
Series: Lez the Halls Book 2
Steam Level: Steamy

I saw this collection advertised in one of the many author mailing lists I subscribe to and it sounded like it would be loads of fun. I love these types of short story collections since they have a low bar of entry to try new to you authors.

I really enjoyed this collection because none of these stories are connected; you have the option of just picking up one story and/or reread your favorite one.

Quick Thoughts:
- This is a mates that triggers a heat story so if that’s not your thing then skip this one
- There NEEDS to be more F/F/F+ poly romance books written
- The set up of this world was so much fun! I could have read a full length book set here and been happy as a clam
- I adore characters that aren’t the stereotypical “perfect” beauty that have confidence in their looks and skills
- Wynter’s sisters were hilarious and I’d love to read stories about them too
- The mom was fantastic. A bit innocent but at the same time absolutely not
- There is so much kink in this and I LOVED it
- The ending was absolutely perfect. I adored it so much
- I went back and forth on this rating multiple times. The ONLY reason this wasn’t a five star read for me is that this felt like it needed some editing to catch mistakes a spell check wouldn’t catch. I would have kept it five stars on the strength of the story alone but the mistakes pulled me out of the story and caused me to reread some sentences to understand what was being said. If those get fixed this would easily be five stars

Overall I enjoyed this book so much that I’m putting on my holiday rotation for next year and I’ve already picked up another book by Chelsey J. León.

[em · Rating 4 out of 5]

veryyy cute, hallmark-y with sex scenes. corny but in a good way, def my fave holiday read so far (it was literally 5 chapters of mostly porn 🥰❤️💚) anyway i loved the gay reindeer shifters, SUE ME

[Krystal Norton · Rating 3 out of 5]

Summary: Wynter Norwood has one goal: she just wants to place high in the Reindeer Games to become one of the elite shifters who pulls Santa’s sleigh. But when she ends up trapped in the locker room, an area she is strictly forbidden from entering, everything changes. Will she finally have a chance to show off her competitive talents, or will she need to put other, more private talents to good use to secure her spot?

What I Loved: Y’all, I’m a total sucker for a shifter romance that features mates, and this one also featured polyamory, which made it even better. Now, to be fair, this isn’t a novella that’s going to win any major literary awards, or even one that I’ve given a full five stars, but it is absolutely worth the read.

I really enjoyed the way the spice was written, and it was fun seeing the creative use of wind magic and the elements of voyeurism included in the plot. Oh, and don’t forget everyone’s favorite, scenting. The way they talk about scent is to die for. Like, I want someone to tell me my scent using this worlds descriptions. Overall, if you’re looking for high spice and a quick, entertaining holiday read, this is the book for you. Seriously, pick it up if you want something fun and festive!

This Book Is Great For: People who know all of Santa’s reindeer are girls. People who enjoy lesbian spice. Sport’s romance fans.

[Katie B · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ooft! I never knew I needed Reindeer shifters in my life until this wonderful, Christmasy, sapphic rendition of what Santa’s Reindeer Games really are, especially the ‘mixer’ that is ‘allegedly’ one giant 0rgy (No actual reindeer shifter 0rgies on page but a good dose of voyeurism and thruple fated mates vibes). Very easy read, good dose of spice, and festive vibes!
I enjoyed that all of the esteemed reindeer nine are always female, and that the main character is a BIPOC plus sized athlete!

Plot Summary
Wynter Norwood, half caribou half deer, first rookie to potentially be the next Rudolph, arrives for orientation at the Reindeer Games where hopeful reindeer compete for a prestigious spot as one of the nine who pull Santa’s sleigh. She gets herself stuck in a locker thanks to some ‘mean girl’ antics, and what she then witnesses though.. is very very worth it.

Things I loved:
- Getting stuck in the locker
- Only Female reindeer can fly well enough to pull Santa’s sleigh
- Reindeer Games to become the new nine
- F/F/F
- Karma for the mean girls

Overall, another wonderful festive sapphic novelette in the Lez the Halls collection! Reindeer shifter, plus sized BIPOC rep, thruple fated mates, and some very spicy moments!

[Jillian · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fun sapphic shifter Christmas novella. It’s part of the Lez the Hall series of standalone novellas.

FMC Wynter is a caribou/reindeer shifter competing to become part of the “Nine,” the elite reindeer team that pulls Santa’s sleigh. After a competitor mean-girl’s her into a locker room she isn’t supposed to be in, she ends up witnessing a very intimate encounter between two of the current Nine. Of course, they discover her, but things don’t go at all how she expects.

This was a fun and unique story. I really liked the concept of reindeer shifters being woven into Santa and the magic surrounding it. Wynter was confident, fun, and cute, and the story is definitely steamy as well.

I really enjoyed this shifter Christmas interpretation. I’ve read about half of the Lez the Halls series so far, and I’m loving it. I’m glad I still have a few left to read.

Spice 4/5
Plot: 4.5/5
Writing: 4.5/5
My Enjoyment: 4.5/5

[Madeline · Rating 2 out of 5]

This wasn't bad, it was more so the fact that this just was not for me.
I don't tend to like voyeurism when one (or in this case, more) of the participants are unaware, and even that can be fine, it's always more so the second hand embarrassment I feel when the peeping character is found out or close to. It took me the same amount of time to read just the first chapter then the rest of the book due to that. It kind of soured the rest of the novella for me, even if I did enjoy the characters.
I did enjoy Wynter, I liked very much so how she was headstrong and confident when it came to her abilities and how she didn't back down or humble herself whenever given a compliment or asked questions. It was very refreshing to see, even if I don't read too many sports (or sports adjacent) books/novellas.

[J.C. Rycroft · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh, this is just the most perfectly joyous spicy romp a sapphics’ heart could think to ask for!

I do love a shifter story, but reindeer shifters competing to pull Santa’s sleigh is a brilliantly original concept, and Leon brings it beautifully to life. We have some delicious competition, mean girl antics, and delightful plus size rep and that’s before we even get to the sweet-and-spicy poly mates.

This was so much fun and I think it’ll make your season a little…happier and gayer as well!

[Bree_pepperjelly_and_wine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Own-voice BIPOC F/F/F athletes

Open door spice

It's a teeny tiny novelette! But it packs in:
Sports and league recruiting dynamics,
Rivalry,
Nepotism,
Feminism,
Shifter elitism,
Mates and Poly dynamics,
Magic,
Christmas history and excitement,
Orgy sex parties with voyeurism, exhibitionism, and drinking excessively,
and a HEA

It somehow stayed wholesome and cute while the spice was Spiiiicy. Loved it.

[Mary McCleaf · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fun read! Definitely out of my normal “comfort zone” but really enjoyable. The writing quality of this short story was SO good. I liked how it was easy to read and maintained my interest. Being under 100 pages, this is definitely a quick read, but well worth it. Very steamy, and low plot. But still fun and holiday themed. I’m excited to read the other books in the “Lez the Halls” collection!
⭐️ 4/5
🔥4/5

[Melinda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Red Light, Green Light is an FFF romance between reindeer shifters competing to be on Santa's team. The only reason I didn't finish this book in one sitting is is because I binged three novellas in a row and had to go to bed. This had me hooked from page one and is easily one of my top holiday romances I've read. The world was so imaginative, the spice was delicious, and the story is so adorably festive that you can't help but put on your favorite holiday music and sip some cocoa while you read.

[Jamie (TheRebelliousReader) · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 stars. This was so unique, sexy, light and fun. I thoroughly enjoyed. This entire collection was a hit for me, none of the stories were bad or underwhelming and they were all so entertaining. I liked Wynter and her relationship with Merry and Felicity. All three had great chemistry together. The writing was good and I will for sure be checking out more from this author.

[MissAlice · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shifters. Reindeer shifters for Santa’s sleigh. Sapphic reindeer shifters for Santa’s sleigh that compete for spots and end up finding mates. I wasn’t even in the Xmas spirit and this book through me straight through a tinsel laden wreath and I’ve come out with baubles and a smile on my face. Read the damn book- it’s hot, it’s whimsical, it’s everything.

[Lorraine Rusnack · Rating 5 out of 5]

giving it your all

This is a fun behind the scenes look at Santa's reindeer. They are one sexy bunch is ladies who have probably been on the naughty list. Reindeer games bring the best together to see who will pull the sleigh. Wynter Norwood manages to catch the eye of 2 of the current team members and boy do they have a fun time together.

[Dulaine Roode · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting read.

This was a quick smutty read... Loved it...

Meeting your fated mate is the best thing to happen, and the fact that they are reindeer shifters were a great new idea.

Winnie, Felicity and Merilee... Fated mates and the top three spots in the sleigh line up.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another confirmation that there are cool short stories! It was reallly cute. By the way, I really liked the main character. The right balance between botany and sportswoman! And she can easily stand up for herself and is a little embarrassed. Very realistic. I liked everything.

[Nix · Rating 4 out of 5]

fresh sports take on a FFF Christmas novella

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️

This was a cool twist on a Christmas novella having a female sports take on the reindeer. Combined some
Feminism, queer romance and shifters all In one

[Amberly · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn’t dislike it! But I also didn’t love it?
It’s a very interesting concept and has potential for a great story, but it seemed like there was something missing. This could just be because of the restrictions of the length of course

[fhmltn · Rating 4 out of 5]

fated mates is becoming a fave trope for me, and i ate this novella up! it was so spicy, it was totally unique, and it was weird as hell (exactly what i want from my christmas shifter romances lol)

4 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✖️

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

different

This very clever tale is also very different. Love the shifter take on the classic story. Quite a fun read.

[Tempy · Rating 1 out of 5]

I read this because I was reading the others in the series but it was…. Not good.