A Frosty Flirtation

by Jacob Chance

Falling for my emotionally unavailable and annoyingly good-looking friend is not on my holiday to-do list.

Jordan’s a walking, talking heartbreaker who flirts like it's his job and breezes through women faster than a nor’easter.

We’ve grown up in the same small town, run with the same friend group, and he’s been my secret crush for too long.

But I’ve always known better. He doesn’t do relationships, and I don’t do casual hookups—that is, until things start to shift between us. One minute we’re throwing snowballs, the next we’re tangled in Christmas lights and caught in a flirtation that feels much too real.

Every holiday event finds us closer, cozier, and constantly under mistletoe that I swear wasn’t there before. I’m trying to resist. Really, I am. Yet when Jordan finally kisses me, my defenses melt faster than a snowman in July.

This was supposed to be a drama-free holiday season. Instead, I’m in way over my head, and the one man I promised I’d never fall for... is the only one I want.


friends-to-lovers
small town
bad boy/good girl
secret crush
heroine owns a coffee shop
same friend group
low angst
feel-good romance

Genres: Christmas

224 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 2, 2025

About the author

Jacob Chance grew up in New England and still lives there today. He’s a martial artist, a football fan, a practical joker, and junk food lover.
A USA Today bestselling author of sports romance and romantic suspense, Jacob plans on writing many more stories.

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Reviews

[Jennifer Bowland · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was so much fun to read. I loved Ginger and Jordan. I think it would be fun to live on the same block next door to my siblings ( well maybe lol). Their bonfire nights all together sounds like a great time. I love a good burnt marshmallow, though I probably would enjoy them Gingers way. I really like all the brothers so far but I think Reed is super hilarious and I’m looking forward to his story, hopefully. Also, who couldn’t love Pops and Gramps. I love that they were best friends and they all grew up together. I really enjoyed this story and I can’t wait for more of this families antics.

Thank you Jacob for this ARC ♥️

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Jordan & Ginger! Having been friends for years, and hiding her secret crush, Ginger was shocked when playboy Jordan started to notice her more. Their slow burn, friends to lovers moment was perfect with the little touches, secret looks. This book is full of chemistry, friendship, witty banter and holiday cheer keeping you hooked from the very first page. I can’t wait for the next book in this series

[Delilah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jacob Chance’s Frosty Flirtation is the perfect holiday romance. It’s a sweet, slow burn, friends-to-lovers story that hooks you from page one and has you finishing it in one sitting.

Ginger and Jordan have known each other for basically their whole lives, and when they slowly start spending more time together I was hooked instantly. The slow-burn was amazing, the lingering looks, the little moments, and when they finally made the move, it was perfect! The chemistry between Ginger and Jordan was so amazing and I had rooted for them since “A Shore Fling”.

I also loved that the banter from “A Shore Fling” carried on through this book. The Thorne brothers have became my new favourite book boyfriends. I cannot wait to see what Jacob has up his sleeve for the next book.

This was such a great book. It was cute, romantic, and so perfect to get into the holiday mood. I am so glad to have had the chance to receive this as an ARC!

[Cathy Andrews · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you like friends to lovers, you are going to love this book! Ginger and Jordan have been friends forever and even though Ginger has had a secret crush on him, she would never entertain a relationship with a flirty womanizer. Jordan has other plans though. Great characters and Jacob’s knack for fun and witty banter makes this a great story that you will not be able to put down!

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great Christmas love story. The baker and the guy with the rep. The sweetness throughout made it wonderful. Can't forget the laughter. They all cracked me up. Can't go wrong. Definitely need to read.

[Jenn Hope Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grab yourself a cozy blanket, a good beverage and your kindle because this is a must holiday read! I love Jordan and Ginger’s story! This slow burn friends to lovers is a perfect holiday romance that will have you laughing and swooning on every page! The chemistry between these two is sizzling and the build up is perfection. Jacobs signature quick wit and one liners are once again a highlight for me and I found myself laughing out loud many times. This is a happy feel good romance with little to no angst that will leave you with a smile on your face and wanting more from these brothers and this friend group.. This series has become my favorite from Jacob and I’m so excited for more!

[Sara B · Rating 5 out of 5]

a Frosty Flirtation

This book 2 and although you can read it as a stand alone I would read book 1.
Ginger owns a bakery and has known Jordan all her life. He is little bit of player, but she can’t help the crush she has on him.
Jordan has been trying to stop the feeling he has for Ginger. So when Ginger needs help he can’t help but offer his services.
This is sweet romance. The banter of their family/friends is fun. Their grandpas are hilarious.
Will Ginger give Jordan a chance.
This book is written amazing it keeps you reading. I can’t wait for the next story.

[Carmela Dimattia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Christmas and I love all the wonderful books that I get to read this time of year. Ginger and Jordan and their families were so much fun to read about and I looked forward to the times they were all together and throwing out their banter. They both had a huge crush on each other and neither was willing to make the first move but their flirty ways were so cute and you just knew that it would lead to something happening between them. A great book by Jacob Chance of two long time friends finally becoming so much more.

[Brittney · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just can’t get over how cute and adorable this book was. My cheeks hurt from how much I was smiling. Jordan and Ginger are honestly so cute. The way they secretly pined for each other was just everything. The perfect book to get you ready for Christmas! This is definitely one of those books that I wish I could read again for the first time and most definitely one of my favorites of the year!

[Shannon Godwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a cute book! Sweet and sexy wrapped up as one. A friends to lovers story that I really enjoyed. I love Ginger and Jordan! I wish I had siblings that lived next door to me. I loved how they thought they were keeping a secret. And the grandpas!! They gave me a good laugh. All around great book for me!!

[Tiffany Brocato · Rating 5 out of 5]

Swoooon! A Frosty Flirtation is the perfect holiday read that will keep a smile on your face and have you giggling the whole time.
This book is absolutely banteriffic. A feel good, happy romance with no angst just giddiness for love! I did not want this book to end. 5 amazing stars!

[Danielle Monteleone · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this series and these characters!! The Thorne boys are awesome!! This one is Jordan and Gingers story. It’s a sweet and easy friends to lovers romance. Ginger has had a crush on Jordan her whole life. While Jordan feelings for Ginger started to change a couple of years ago. They are the sweetest couple and I love how easy their friendship and blooming relationship is.

This book is the perfect feel good story for the holidays. I loved everything about it!!!

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

It may be frosty in fictional Havenport at this time of the year, but Jordan and Ginger sure know how to warm things up.

𝘈 𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘺 𝘍𝘭𝘪𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 is a must-read for the holiday season. Grab on a hot beverage and a snack, and enjoy this heartwarming friends to lovers romance full of good laughter, good food, and good times.

*ARC kindly provided by the author

[Cristina G · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jordan and Ginger were perfection! This lifelong friends to lovers novella takes place at Christmas and it was so cute! Low angst and good steam! Added bonus…this Massachusetts girl loved all the Patriots references!! Pick this one up today!

[Anna Skaer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ugh! This was one of the cutest books I’ve read all year! I loved it and cannot wait for the next one!!

[Kym · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jordan and Ginger’s story was hard to put down. Their story was so sweet, it’s a slow burn friends to lovers, with plenty of banter and laugh out loud moments. I was hooked from the very beginning to the end. I loved how Ginger had a secret crush of Jordan the playboy for a long time. I loved the roller coaster I was on with their developing relationship. Highly recommend.

[Jordan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great friends to lovers story! The second book in a new series by Jacob Chance that follows Jordan and Ginger. Friends forever, they finally get the opportunity to act on the feelings they’ve been hiding. Jacob has been a favorite author of mine since I discovered his books a few years ago and this one is no different! Highly recommend

[Meg Talks Romance Novels · Rating 5 out of 5]

All. The. Feels. Jacob gives us the perfect read to start the Holiday season! I love Jordan and Ginger, the banter will keep you keep you turning pages with a smile never leaving your face! I have such a crush on Jordan and his flirty smirk haha and Ginger just gives it right back. This is the perfect mix of sweet, swoon and fun, the perfect friends to lovers and I couldn’t get enough!

[Melinda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Were back to Havenport and oh boy a lot has changed. Travis is now a man changed with the right woman in his life and we see Jordan finally opening his eyes to see what is in front of him. Now have to say never considered Ginger and Jordan yet Jacob Chance made it work in a way that is magical. Ginger is well the girl next door, the friend you can count on and pure temptation for Jordan. Friendship is important to him but he can't ignore the feelings towards her anymore. Seeing him wanting to be better for her was just wow considering the kind of life he has led so far. Now Ginger she is like every girl out there wanting to be with the cool, hot guy but scared of rejection. I felt for Ginger, one minute she is all ready for more but scared of getting her heart broken making you root for her happily ever after. Seeing Jordan finally looking at Ginger as more than a friend was awesome and oh my the chemistry these two have is explosive. Jacob Chance and this little town is definitely perfect for this holiday season because really a little flirtation is all we need. Loved it.

[Julie's Book Land Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Date Started: December 9th 2025
Date Finished: December 13th 2025

Characters: Ginger & Jordan

Rating: 5 🌟s

Tropes:
friends-to-lovers, small town, bad boy/good girl, secret crush, heroine owns a coffee shop, same friend group, low angst, feel-good romance

Review:
It's the first I've read by this author and I had way too much fun reading it . It had me laughing and swooning as well. Jordan & Ginger is definitely some of my favorite characters I've read this year. Cannot wait to read more from this author soon.

[Dee Mac · Rating 5 out of 5]

Christmas friends to lovers
Going back to Havenport was so much fun. Ginger and Jordan’s story was sweet, cute, flirty and steamy. I loved how their friendship grew and developed, from friends to secret crushes and then a slow-burn to more.
The characters are realistic and engaging. I instantly connected with these two, and was cheering them on from the start.
The support characters are just as wonderful as the leads, with a couple standout grandpa’s.
This is full of witty banter, seasonal fun, humour, emotion, heart and romance.
I can’t wait to visit Havenport again soon.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great light hearted read about Jordan and Ginger.

They've known each other their whole lives and Ginger has preconceived impressions of Jordan due to his philandering ways.

Ginger starts to see another side to Jordan and they begin to cross friendships lines.

Great Christmas holiday book to enjoy and to see all the other characters in the series.


Really enjoyed this. I'm looking forward to more from them.

[Carmen Rodríguez · Rating 5 out of 5]

A cozy sofa, a warm blanquet around you, your favorite hot drink (cafe latte for me) and cheerful Christmas lights. What's missing to make it perfect? A Frosty Flirtation in your hands. I've loved every word of this book. It makes you feel sooo good, warming you from the inside. This is a must for the holiday season!

[Vivien Parry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Baking love!

What better than a Christmas love story at Christmas? A friends to lovers Christmas story that has a bit of sizzle and some sweet moments. Ginger owns a small cafe and Jordan owns a dispensary but their friendship becomes something more when Jordan asks Ginger to make some edibles for his shop! The mutual attraction explodes and they take the next steps to forever!

[Christie Marsh · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a perfect Christmas read! It was sweet, fun and romantic! Jacob outdid himself on this one! I needed something light and airy and this book gave me that! If you want a fun and romantic light read you need to read this one!

[Sam_books18 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rate: 5/5 Spice: 5/5

I couldn’t get enough of Ginger and Jordan! I love the classic bad boy/good girl trope. Ginger owns a bakery and Jordan owns a dispensary. This book has real and found family that are close. You also have scheming grandpas, bonfire nights, tree farms, pumpkin bread, and Christmas. This was a perfect winter read! I also love seeing characters from previous books! I highly recommend if you love romance🌲❄️💚

[Ria Alexander · Rating 5 out of 5]

The perfect Christmas story

If anyone knows me then they know that Jacob Chance is one of my favourite, "go-to" authors, and once again he has delivered another fantastic story. A FROSTY FLIRTATION is a friends to lovers, secret crush, small town, holiday romance which is fun, entertaining, and ensured plenty of smiles and sighs.

Imagine being friends for ever and also having secret crushes, say hello to Jordan Thorpe and Ginger Olson. He's the playboy dispensary owner and she's the girl next door baker. Never have two people been more suited to each other, and because of their long time friendship they have terrific banter and sparkling chemistry. I loved everything about these two, their stolen touches, the snowball fights, the cooking lessons, and the Christmas light decorating. They were just so cute together.

Not only did Jordan and Ginger bring fun to this story, so too did their families and friends, especially their two grandfathers and Reed. OMG, Reed! I can't wait for his story. Yet again Jacob has delivered everything I love in his books, humour, great friendships, tantalising flirting, and a genuine fun time. It was the perfect Christmas story.

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[Imogen Dior · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed A Frosty Flirtation. The plot, characters and romance were done very well and kept me interested as the story progressed. Both Ginger and Jordan were great characters, whose personalities i really enjoyed. Their chemistry was definitely there but it was also one that was built on from their friendship, it was done quietly but you couldn’t also feel it. Ginger was so passionate about her work and her shop and just always seemed genuinely happy. She was always there for those she loved and seeing the different friendships she had with everyone was really fun. Jordan was so laid back but was also took his business seriously which i loved. He was patient but also knew to go for something when he wanted it and that was Ginger. I loved seeing the dynamics between him and his brothers it was so fun. Reed’s book is gonna be awesome i reckon.

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ginger has been friends with Jordan for years. Watching him date woman after woman and slowly discovering that she likes him more than as a friend. However, feeling like she cannot do anything about it because she wants more than just a one night stand and to not lose their friendship if something were to go wrong if they did try for more. Unknown to her, Jordan has a big secret and that is that he has had feelings for her for years, and even though he has the same concerns, he decides to test the waters with small touches and just spending more time with Ginger as dates instead of friendly outings. Watching their chemistry grow and the friendship change to more made this a great story that you don't want to put down until you see what happens and how they end up.

[Only.ever.books · Rating 4 out of 5]

Review:
🎄A Frosty Flirtation🎄

By Jacob Chance

🎄 Holiday Romance
🎄 Friends to Lovers
🎄 Small Town Romance

⭐ 4/5

Jordan and Ginger

This story follows Ginger and Jordan. They grew up together in this small town and run in the same group of friends. But never went further than flirting. Despite Ginger having a crush on Jordan for years.
The book is a slow burn romance where the characters go from being friends to lovers. They have tension and attraction but it takes a while for them to go there. Between all the little touches and looks built a great love story for another brother to find his perfect match.
Wonderful characters with a beautiful story and appreciated appearances of fantastic side characters.