Twelve Nights of Sin: An Age Gap, Workplace, Christmas Romance

Sins of the Season #1

by Renee Zara

He’s my boss. My family’s enemy. And the father of my baby.

I was supposed to fetch his coffee, not fall into his bed.
But one snowstorm changed everything.

One bed, twelve forbidden nights, and a secret I swore I’d keep.

Jonathan Clark is ruthless, powerful, and twice my age.
The man who could make or break my career…
And the man trying to buy my family’s company.

I should stay away.
Instead, I let him kiss me breathless behind closed doors while I hide the truth that could destroy us both.

But secrets never stay buried.
And when betrayal explodes and two pink lines change everything,
I realize this scandal is just beginning…



Reader's
A sin-soaked, scandal-laced Christmas romance with forbidden office heat, snowbound temptation, sizzling age-gap tension, and a shocking secret pregnancy. HEA guaranteed.

Genres: Christmas

227 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 13, 2025

Reviews

[Crystal Junebug · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you're a big fan of MMCs that are much older than the FMCs and can't seem to say no to someone that's half his age, then this one is for you. This is the first book in the Sins of the Season series. The MMC, Jonathan Clark, is rich and powerful business mogul that attempts to take over the FMC's family's company and things proceed from there. Now, to be quite honest, I've been trying real hard to get into the whole Age-gap trope, but I just can't seem to get over the fact that the when the MMC was an adult, the FMC wasn't even born yet. Anyway, that's my quirk and I'm not here to judge. So, if age gap is your cup of tea, this one will be great. The MMC is definitely sizzling hot and if you like your MMCs to be ruthless and sexy in equal measure, you are in for a treat with Jonathan Clark. Other tropes in the story includes, office romance, holiday (Christmas) themed, and secret pregnancy. Overall, it's a pretty good read.

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[Clara Atkinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Elizabeth >Lizzy< Morgan has always felt unseen both at home and at work. So she was shocked when after working at Clark M & A busting her butt for over a year she was finally noticed. Chase called her into a meeting where they praised and promoted her to be the new assistant for Jonathan >Jon< Clark.
Jonathan is surprised he never noticed her before and is immediately smitten with her. Their insta-love was fast unapologetic and hot. There was some office jealously family drama mixed in with a little angst and an unexpected pregnancy.

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4 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

[Vivien Richards · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a titillating, spicy, age gap, workplace romance. I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I love age gap, forced proximity and one of my favorite tropes ever- one bed! That one always gets me, you just know something spicy is about to happen. When Elizabeth receives a promotion to be Jonathan's assistant, there is some serious smexual tension and attraction on both sides. He is twice her age and also trying to buy her dad's company which is bad for her family. You will love the chemistry between these two and there's definitely something else binding this couple together, a surprise pregnancy. Will she tell him or keep it to herself?

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lust at first sight!

Did Chase know something no one else knew?
He puts Lizzy front and center with Jon!
She'll be his assistant for the next few months.

But nothing is easy!
Will this be a fling with the CEO?

Will her family forgive her for the secrets she's keeping?

Are you ready for a forbidden office romance?
Age-gap?
Then buckle up and take a ride with these characters, the holiday and Ms. Zara's exciting story!

My first time reading the author. Not my last!

[PugLover · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lizzy and Jon meet in his conference room when she's offered the job as his assistant. She's instantly attracted. He feels something stir in him that he hasn't felt in years. They try to keep their budding relationship quiet while dealing with nosy coworkers, her family drama, and a few surprises along the way. Through it all, they stick together, growing closer and end up with the family neither thought they'd have.

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[Julie Juhl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twelve Nights of Sin by Renee Zara is part of the Sins of the Season series.

Lizzy and Jon's story was a great story. Lizzy and Jon were intense, and likable and kept you turning the pages to find out how it ends. This is the first book I have read from the author and look forward to reading more of her work.

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[A Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twelve Nights of Sin is part of the Sins of the Season series. The story is steamy, intense, entertaining and very enjoyable. The characters were spunky, had great banter, and likable. It started as a game and ended up being something that they never thought they would have. This was a very enjoyable fun holiday romance to read.

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[Michelle Peralta · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you love MMCs much older than their FMCs, this one’s for you. Jonathan Clark is a ruthless, sexy business mogul trying to take over Lizzy’s family company — and sparks fly.
This office romance has instant attraction, holiday vibes, secret pregnancy, and plenty of drama, family tension, and twists. I usually struggle with age-gap stories, but Jonathan is definitely irresistible. A steamy, festive, and engaging read from start to finish.

[Danee · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fantastic, quick read. You're hooked on Jon and Lizzy's story from the very beginning. There's suspense, danger, complications, chemistry, and plenty of steam, and much more. A wonderful story for when you need a break.






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[S · Rating 4 out of 5]

Heartwarming Xmas holiday romance with all the glitter and trimmings.

Loved the family dynamics as it was so authentic the reaction to assumed betrayal with no option of listening to the other party. Not forgetting the office menace who tried to mess things up.

Loved it.

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[Charmaine Nouwen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twelve Nights of Sin: An Age Gap, Workplace, Christmas Romance story of Jonathan and Elizabeth..An office romance with drama, and secret affair..He’s her boss. her family’s enemy. And the father of her baby...A wonderful,heartwarming,steamy,with some family and office drama and romance.

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[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an office romance with an age gap, holiday cheer and instant attraction. The story is about Lizzy and Jon. The story develops nicely with some good twists and turns. This riveting story has elements of drama, action, family, angst, secrets and a bit more. I really enjoyed this story from beginning to end.

[Amy Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome Book!!
Loved reading Twelve Nights of Sin, this was actually a fast read for me once I started reading. Sometimes you find love when you least expect it. The chemistry between Elizabeth and Jonathan was hot, loved the ending and their story!!

[Nikki Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fast, unapologetic and risky is Lizzy and Jon's relationship with added complications. Add in some angst and steam and this story is captivating and a page turner. Great characters and storyline make it the perfect holiday read.

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arc review I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Working at Clark M&A Elisabeth always felt not seen till the day she walked into a meeting for CEO Jonathan Clark this beautiful story will have you turning each page

[CJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author has given us an older man/younger woman story that pulls us into the lives of Elizabeth/Izzy and Johathan/Jon. The fast-paced story keeps us turning the pages with connection, obstacles and steam.

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[Gail · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lizzy never felt noticed at her job until she's promoted to be the assistant to the company CEO. Jon was immediately drawn to her. Enjoyed this story with family drama, chemistry galore and a love neither saw coming. Received a free copy.

[brenda hurley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this book was well written and I enjoyed the characters and the storyline I couldn't put it down turning the pages. I can't wait to read more from Renee Zara.

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[Heather Gibbard · Rating 4 out of 5]

A well written storyline with engaging characters.this book drew me in from the start and i really enjoyed the ending.

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[BusyM3 · Rating 4 out of 5]

A steamy, intense, age gap, workplace romance story. The story will hold your attention. The chemistry between the two is steamy. A great read to keep you warm on a cold winter's night.

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[Gaynor Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holiday treats

This was an enjoyable hot office, holiday romance. It features an age gap older hottie and the younger woman who rocks his world! Secrets, consequences, heat, lust, and love!!

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

A feel good holiday romance

Jon and Lizzy are a mess but they are a glorious, funny, neurotic, and head over heels in love with each other mess!

You will have a thoroughly enjoyable time rooting for these two as they stumble their way to a HEA. Highly recommend this book.

[Janice Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very enjoyable book!

Great storylines, characters to fall in love with and a happily ever after. Who could ask for anything more? I look forward to reading more books by this author.

[Cathy Moir-Allen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good character development with succinct story-telling, but not quite what I was expecting from the title. Maybe a wee bit more sin and a touch more angst.

[sheryl blaszczyk · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fantastic story

I loved this story so much. It was great from start to finish. Loved all the characters. Very little angst and you feel the love throughout. Loved it

[Connie McBride · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twelve Nights of Sin was a great book that I loved reading. This book was great from start to finish.

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[Nate · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed Lizzy and Jon's story in twelve nights of sin. It was an intense and intriguing read. I received an early copy. And voluntarily leaving this review.

[Deborah Darnell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet holiday love story!! Well written-!

[Kadee Allen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cozy Heat

Quick romance that warms heart and gets a bit steamy. Fun read, the characters are enticing as are their stories.