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Merry H*-Mas: A Forbidden Christmas Novella
Sometimes a girl just needs to work through her post break up h*e-phase with a couple hot guys, who also happen to be cousins
Dakota never saw the plot twist coming - catching her boyfriend of five-years in the act! But hey, she's not letting that dampen her Christmas spirit. This year, instead of spending time on the slopes or cozying up by the fire, she's jingling the bells of two guys - One who wants to ravish her and the other that wants to ruin her... for any other man, that is.
Dakota never saw the plot twist coming - catching her boyfriend of five-years in the act! But hey, she's not letting that dampen her Christmas spirit. This year, instead of spending time on the slopes or cozying up by the fire, she's jingling the bells of two guys - One who wants to ravish her and the other that wants to ruin her... for any other man, that is.
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January 2, 2025
ˏˋ°•*⁀➷ 3.5★ ‧₊°🎄✩₊°🦌⊹♡
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This book was a short and spicy Christmas read!🫶🏻I loved the set up and vibe so much!!😍⛷️BRUH TWO GUYS WERE INSIDE DAKOTA AT THE SAME TIME😳though she ended up with the one I liked better(I can’t spoil it iykyk)💕THE ENDING AND THEIR RELATION WAS SO CUTE!💋his proposal was so sweet🥹💍💘
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This book was a short and spicy Christmas read!🫶🏻I loved the set up and vibe so much!!😍⛷️BRUH TWO GUYS WERE INSIDE DAKOTA AT THE SAME TIME😳though she ended up with the one I liked better(I can’t spoil it iykyk)💕THE ENDING AND THEIR RELATION WAS SO CUTE!💋his proposal was so sweet🥹💍💘
October 28, 2024
Cindy delivered another a hot and cozy holiday read and I am HERE FOR IT! Dakota is at her family cabin for the holiday celebrating with all the cozy family traditions and oh, who's that? A hottie from her past? But wait, who is THAT? The bad boy who is also super hot. BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE. I can't tell you though. You gotta read to find out. Let's just say Dakota had the holiday of a lifetime. I'm jealous. Cindy writes some of my favorite human romances packed with spice and cozy vibes in-between. A must read holiday novella!
November 29, 2024
I am now used to Cindy’s yearly Xmas novella tradition, but I must admit this is the craziest one yet, and so relatable… to a point haha! The banter is impeccable, the friendship group dynamic, partying in the local pub all decked for Xmas… SO GOOD. Now, on to the guys… I’ll let them be your Xmas presents this year lol they’re wrapped nicely waiting for you X
December 2, 2024
I’m gonna start reading this book as I start to get into the Christmas spirit. Do not let your children read it but this one it will get you in the mood.
December 8, 2024
A fun and festive spicy little number. I had a great time ✨️
November 30, 2024
Plot ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Cindy has done it again by delivering us a hot little Christmas novella!! Did I devour this book? Yes. Did it have plot & spice? Yes. Did it go the way I thought it would? Hell No!!! And that’s why I loved it.
Dakota heads to her families cabin for Christmas like she does every year, only this year she’s single after leaving her cheating ass boyfriend. While she’s there she runs into old friends and sparks fly between her and Zach. Wanting to let go Dakota decides she’s gonna have a little fun, after all what could go wrong with a little Christmas fling? Well that would be the Cole, Zach’s cousin who turns everything upside down and has Dakotas blood pumping in more ways than one.
Listen this book is only 120 pages so I can’t really say much just know that it’s 100% worth the read with a cheating BF, maybe a one night stand, kinky cousins, Christmas fun, and a FMC going through her post breakup h❄️e-phase.
Spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Cindy has done it again by delivering us a hot little Christmas novella!! Did I devour this book? Yes. Did it have plot & spice? Yes. Did it go the way I thought it would? Hell No!!! And that’s why I loved it.
Dakota heads to her families cabin for Christmas like she does every year, only this year she’s single after leaving her cheating ass boyfriend. While she’s there she runs into old friends and sparks fly between her and Zach. Wanting to let go Dakota decides she’s gonna have a little fun, after all what could go wrong with a little Christmas fling? Well that would be the Cole, Zach’s cousin who turns everything upside down and has Dakotas blood pumping in more ways than one.
Listen this book is only 120 pages so I can’t really say much just know that it’s 100% worth the read with a cheating BF, maybe a one night stand, kinky cousins, Christmas fun, and a FMC going through her post breakup h❄️e-phase.
November 5, 2025
Special thank you to the author Cindy Dawson for this ALC.
Don’t let the length fool you, this 120-page novella is one heck of a wild ride. Dakota takes her yearly family trip to the cabin to celebrate Christmas, but this year, it’s a bit different. Dakota has just caught her boyfriend of 5 years cheating on her and kicks him to the curb. Newly single, Dakota goes through quite the phase with her old school mate Zach. Zach confesses his desire for Dakota and sparks fly. Enter Cole, Zach’s cousin. What could possibly go wrong? Nothing, if you ask me! This book is filled with dirty talk, open door spice, and a post break-up h*e phase that could rival anyone’s.
I really enjoyed this book! It’s packed full of spice and just the right amount of sweetness. Don’t skip out on the epilogue! A must read if you’re looking for a spicy Christmas novella complete with a possessive MMC, MFM action, and kinky cousins.
Don’t let the length fool you, this 120-page novella is one heck of a wild ride. Dakota takes her yearly family trip to the cabin to celebrate Christmas, but this year, it’s a bit different. Dakota has just caught her boyfriend of 5 years cheating on her and kicks him to the curb. Newly single, Dakota goes through quite the phase with her old school mate Zach. Zach confesses his desire for Dakota and sparks fly. Enter Cole, Zach’s cousin. What could possibly go wrong? Nothing, if you ask me! This book is filled with dirty talk, open door spice, and a post break-up h*e phase that could rival anyone’s.
I really enjoyed this book! It’s packed full of spice and just the right amount of sweetness. Don’t skip out on the epilogue! A must read if you’re looking for a spicy Christmas novella complete with a possessive MMC, MFM action, and kinky cousins.
November 20, 2025
I received the Audible ARC
A Holiday Spicy Novella
Want some spicy Christmas cheer, short but full of laughs and good times this one is for you! Dakota long time relationship comes to an end when her boyfriend is caught in the act with a coworker. Ready to get on with her life, she heads out to spend time with friends and family over the holiday little does know she gets a little more than expected.
Zack, a longtime friend Dakota only sees over the holidays offers her a chance to live a little after a night of hanging out with the group and boy does she! Another chance meeting with Cole, who she learns is Zack’s cousin staying with him for the holiday and adding that extra spice to her already heated holiday. The banter between the two makes you laugh and then need a cool glass of water the next minute!
Life may calm down a little after the holidays but when she by chance runs into someone a few months later life again changes for Dakota.
A Holiday Spicy Novella
Want some spicy Christmas cheer, short but full of laughs and good times this one is for you! Dakota long time relationship comes to an end when her boyfriend is caught in the act with a coworker. Ready to get on with her life, she heads out to spend time with friends and family over the holiday little does know she gets a little more than expected.
Zack, a longtime friend Dakota only sees over the holidays offers her a chance to live a little after a night of hanging out with the group and boy does she! Another chance meeting with Cole, who she learns is Zack’s cousin staying with him for the holiday and adding that extra spice to her already heated holiday. The banter between the two makes you laugh and then need a cool glass of water the next minute!
Life may calm down a little after the holidays but when she by chance runs into someone a few months later life again changes for Dakota.
November 17, 2024
Phew. Cindy does it again. Giving us a fun quick spicy read.
Dakota goes up to her family cabin in the mountains every Christmas. This year is different though. Newly single (f you Chad) and ready to let go of the relationship she finds herself tangled up with Zach. They only have a week together for some Christmas fun, so what could go wrong? Well, that would be Cole. Who turns everything upside down and makes Dakota question everything she thought she knew. Could this be the thing she needs to refocus her wants and needs? Or will this end up in a complete disaster? 😉
This is a must read for some Christmas spice.
Tropes:
🎄 possessive MMC
🎄 dirty talk
🎄 post breakup h❄️e phase
🎄 mfm
🎄 christmas fun
🎄 small town
Dakota goes up to her family cabin in the mountains every Christmas. This year is different though. Newly single (f you Chad) and ready to let go of the relationship she finds herself tangled up with Zach. They only have a week together for some Christmas fun, so what could go wrong? Well, that would be Cole. Who turns everything upside down and makes Dakota question everything she thought she knew. Could this be the thing she needs to refocus her wants and needs? Or will this end up in a complete disaster? 😉
This is a must read for some Christmas spice.
Tropes:
🎄 possessive MMC
🎄 dirty talk
🎄 post breakup h❄️e phase
🎄 mfm
🎄 christmas fun
🎄 small town
November 29, 2024
120 pages of: relationship break up, family Christmas in the mountains, fun with friends, one night stand (or is it?), getting kinky with cousins , telling the ex where to go and a rough, ready & possessive MC.
I loved this Christmas read!! When you catch your BF in a compromising position with someone else, what’s a girl to do?? Go to the mountains, have kinky time with a pair of cousins and get what you really wanted for Christmas but couldn’t ask Santa for!! 😉
It’s so much fun, high on the spice, great supporting characters and a few giggles along the way. And I just loved the epilogue. I always enjoy Cindy’s books and this one didn’t disappoint!
I loved this Christmas read!! When you catch your BF in a compromising position with someone else, what’s a girl to do?? Go to the mountains, have kinky time with a pair of cousins and get what you really wanted for Christmas but couldn’t ask Santa for!! 😉
It’s so much fun, high on the spice, great supporting characters and a few giggles along the way. And I just loved the epilogue. I always enjoy Cindy’s books and this one didn’t disappoint!
November 13, 2025
ALC REVIEW
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫
“Merry Christmas, Little Liar!”
Dakota’s holiday definitely doesn’t go as planned! After catching her boyfriend Chad cheating, she heads off for a little getaway to clear her head. One drunken night leads to a hookup with an old friend… but his cousin has been watching her since she arrived at the resort. 👀 What follows is a night of sharing that’s oh-so spicy! 🥵
Don’t skip the epilogues — they tie everything together perfectly and make the ending so satisfying!
Janaye Brew absolutely nails Dakota’s personality and emotions. She brings the story to life in the best way possible!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫
“Merry Christmas, Little Liar!”
Dakota’s holiday definitely doesn’t go as planned! After catching her boyfriend Chad cheating, she heads off for a little getaway to clear her head. One drunken night leads to a hookup with an old friend… but his cousin has been watching her since she arrived at the resort. 👀 What follows is a night of sharing that’s oh-so spicy! 🥵
Don’t skip the epilogues — they tie everything together perfectly and make the ending so satisfying!
Janaye Brew absolutely nails Dakota’s personality and emotions. She brings the story to life in the best way possible!
December 8, 2025
Dakota thought this Christmas would just be like years past with her boyfriend. She was wrong when she catches him in bed with another woman. While staying with her family at the cabin for their annual Christmas holiday
The slopes are not the only thing that is "getting action" this holiday. Zach and his cousin Cole both have an interest in Dakota. I liked both guys but do have to admit that I was fonder of Cole. I felt like Cole and Dakota
Janaye Brew is a new to me narrator. After listening to this audiobook, I am definitely going to be on the hunt for more audiobooks narrated by Janaye. This novella is sure to keep you warm this cold winter season!
The slopes are not the only thing that is "getting action" this holiday. Zach and his cousin Cole both have an interest in Dakota. I liked both guys but do have to admit that I was fonder of Cole. I felt like Cole and Dakota
Janaye Brew is a new to me narrator. After listening to this audiobook, I am definitely going to be on the hunt for more audiobooks narrated by Janaye. This novella is sure to keep you warm this cold winter season!
November 20, 2024
If you're looking for a quick and spicy read to get you in the Christmas spirit, this is for you!
Cindy did an amazing job at packing in so much stuff in this short Christmas novella. The details and storyline made it feel longer than it was. Once I picked it up, I didn't put it down until I was done.
I loved the banter between characters and the chemistry between Dakota, Zach, and Cole. Let's just say Dakota is keeping it in the fam with Zach and Cole 🥵
Cindy did an amazing job at packing in so much stuff in this short Christmas novella. The details and storyline made it feel longer than it was. Once I picked it up, I didn't put it down until I was done.
I loved the banter between characters and the chemistry between Dakota, Zach, and Cole. Let's just say Dakota is keeping it in the fam with Zach and Cole 🥵
December 3, 2024
The perfect smutty Christmas Novella!
I am such a huge fan of Cindy’s Novellas. They never feel rushed, you get a good amount of plot and so much spice. 😍 Koda is single for the first time in over 5 years the same day she leaves for her traditional family Christmas trip. What happens when she finds comfort in a childhood friend and his cousin that she just met? Zach and Cole are total opposites and I loved every minute of it.
Definately add this to your Christmas TBR!
I am such a huge fan of Cindy’s Novellas. They never feel rushed, you get a good amount of plot and so much spice. 😍 Koda is single for the first time in over 5 years the same day she leaves for her traditional family Christmas trip. What happens when she finds comfort in a childhood friend and his cousin that she just met? Zach and Cole are total opposites and I loved every minute of it.
Definately add this to your Christmas TBR!
December 21, 2024
Amazing
Such a cute spicy novella during Christmas time. You have Dakota who went to surprise her boyfriend of many years to only walk into something that shocked her and tore her heart out. She was about to leave for her annual family vacation when she found out the boy she met when she was younger was going to be there but he was a pain in the butt. The story goes from there such an amazing read.
Such a cute spicy novella during Christmas time. You have Dakota who went to surprise her boyfriend of many years to only walk into something that shocked her and tore her heart out. She was about to leave for her annual family vacation when she found out the boy she met when she was younger was going to be there but he was a pain in the butt. The story goes from there such an amazing read.
November 5, 2025
This novella is short and spicy. Dakota's holiday season kicks off with heartbreak courtesy of a cheating boyfriend. Zach, her longtime friend, and Cole, his sarcastic cousin, are ready to help her forget the past.
The story has festive chaos with enough spice to keep things interesting. The banter between Dakota and Cole was fantastic. Janeye Brewer's narration brings such warmth and personality to the characters, making them so unique.
Huge thanks to Cindy Dawson for the Review copy!
The story has festive chaos with enough spice to keep things interesting. The banter between Dakota and Cole was fantastic. Janeye Brewer's narration brings such warmth and personality to the characters, making them so unique.
Huge thanks to Cindy Dawson for the Review copy!
November 19, 2024
What an incredible novella, so easy to read, over before i knew it and absolutely loved it. I loved everything about it, the story with the parents and Oma, the story with her friends, the spice. It was all just such a feel good read. Zach was the beginning but Cole came in swinging, holy smokes, that man....... Yeah i wouldn't want to let him go either. Incredible!
November 30, 2024
Tis the season for some spice
I enjoyed the read.
Its exactly what it promises to be, a cute and spicy christmas novella.
Dakota finds her boyfriend Chad has been cheating on her. Her family goes to a cabin every Christmas and she thinks it's the perfect opportunity to relax and heal her wounds. But she gets more men than she bargained for when Zach and his cousin Cole also come to the same town for Christmas.
Thank you Cindy Dawson for this cute and spicy holiday read.
I enjoyed the read.
Its exactly what it promises to be, a cute and spicy christmas novella.
Dakota finds her boyfriend Chad has been cheating on her. Her family goes to a cabin every Christmas and she thinks it's the perfect opportunity to relax and heal her wounds. But she gets more men than she bargained for when Zach and his cousin Cole also come to the same town for Christmas.
Thank you Cindy Dawson for this cute and spicy holiday read.
November 29, 2024
Happy h*Eli days! This book I can say was delicious! Thank you Cindy for an ARC copy of this wonderful novella!
If you’re in the mood for something sweet and spicy and everything naughty then I would suggest reading this! It’s playful in a silver tongued way ;)
Tropes
-Spicy Christmas Novella
-MFM & Group Scenes
-FMC in a Hohohoe phase
-PNW Mountain Town
If you’re in the mood for something sweet and spicy and everything naughty then I would suggest reading this! It’s playful in a silver tongued way ;)
Tropes
-Spicy Christmas Novella
-MFM & Group Scenes
-FMC in a Hohohoe phase
-PNW Mountain Town
December 5, 2024
I preorder this book before it was released in a Christmas special and I couldn’t wait to get the hard copy so I ran to read the KU version.
If you are looking for a quick Christmas read that is SP🌶️CY! This novella hits the spot!
Im a sucker for a forbidden romance with a possessive man or two!
Side note: This is a single POV.
Spicy 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
If you are looking for a quick Christmas read that is SP🌶️CY! This novella hits the spot!
Im a sucker for a forbidden romance with a possessive man or two!
Side note: This is a single POV.
Spicy 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
November 2, 2025
If you’re looking for a fun, spicy little Christmas novella you’re definitely in the right place!! 🌶️🔥💖🎄🎿
At only 2.5hrs long it’s a quick fun listen. 🎧
This is the second story I’ve read by Cindy and it was just as great as the first and definitely a damn good level of spice to start the holiday season right! 💖
The characters are fun, entertaining and just living their best life!
At only 2.5hrs long it’s a quick fun listen. 🎧
This is the second story I’ve read by Cindy and it was just as great as the first and definitely a damn good level of spice to start the holiday season right! 💖
The characters are fun, entertaining and just living their best life!
November 26, 2025
A super fun and spicy Christmas novella, the FMC just broke up with her long time boyfriend before going to her family cabin for Christmas. Once there things get spicy with her childhood friend and his cousin from out of town. What could be a single night of fun could turn into a lifetime of love. As with most novellas don’t expect a ton of plot but the little you get pushes the story forward.
November 19, 2024
This was absolutely delicious! Idk what Cindy puts in her books but give me 20 more cause I just can't get enough. Cole was such an ass and so messy but I freaking loved him. And that cousin sandwich 🥪? Thank you, cause I ate it the fuck up.
December 5, 2024
must read
Looking to spice things up this holiday season? This is a must read novella that surprisingly felt complete with how short it was. This novella will have you melting by the end!
Looking to spice things up this holiday season? This is a must read novella that surprisingly felt complete with how short it was. This novella will have you melting by the end!
December 6, 2024
Little Liar
Great novella for this holiday season. I'm enjoyed the outcome of this book and am glad it worked out for all three involved. Wouldn't mind another glimpse into their future.
Great novella for this holiday season. I'm enjoyed the outcome of this book and am glad it worked out for all three involved. Wouldn't mind another glimpse into their future.
December 18, 2024
hoemas
I’m not usually a Christmas book type girly but this was a fast paced read. I feel like it was missing substance in the plot though. Like they needed more of a connection in my opinion. But if you are looking for a fast paced smutty romance this is it!
I’m not usually a Christmas book type girly but this was a fast paced read. I feel like it was missing substance in the plot though. Like they needed more of a connection in my opinion. But if you are looking for a fast paced smutty romance this is it!
December 23, 2024
I loooved this novella!!! I didn’t know what to expect and was pleasantly surprised( the spiiiiiiice). It took a turn with relationship dynamic but I am still all for it! The epilogues were perfect and so cute!
January 5, 2025
Anything Cindy writes, I’m reading it! I started with Chasing Midnight and was hooked. The spice that she writes is absolutely incredible & mind blowing. Her novellas are great because they’re so easy and fun to read while also having a fun story & 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
November 18, 2025
Thank you Cindy Dawson for the ALC.
WARNING do not listen while you are cooking... you will completely ignore the timer and your food WILL BURN 🔥 😜
Looking to lose yourself in a quick Spicy Christmas Novella... look no further... Stop Here... you have found it!! Enjoy!
WARNING do not listen while you are cooking... you will completely ignore the timer and your food WILL BURN 🔥 😜
Looking to lose yourself in a quick Spicy Christmas Novella... look no further... Stop Here... you have found it!! Enjoy!
November 16, 2024
Can reading this book every year be my new Christmas tradition?
10/10
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