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Holiday Truce: A Sapphic Workplace Romance
Three years of rivalry. One week to collaborate. Zero chance of staying professional.
Lena and Micah are executives who can't stand each other. She's creative. She's logistics. They argue in every meeting and avoid each other whenever possible.
Until their CEO forces them to plan the company's Christmas party—together.
Forced proximity takes on new meaning. Long meetings turn into stolen glances. Arguments turn into something electric. And the line between professional and personal disappears fast.
HOLIDAY TRUCE is a steamy sapphic romance for readers who
Enemies to lovers with years of built-up tensionWorkplace romance with high stakesMature Black women (30s) who know what they wantSpice with emotional depthAtlanta setting and corporate world backdropHeat that doesn't fade to blackThis is a standalone novel. Contains explicit sexual content and is intended for adult readers 18+.
Lena and Micah are executives who can't stand each other. She's creative. She's logistics. They argue in every meeting and avoid each other whenever possible.
Until their CEO forces them to plan the company's Christmas party—together.
Forced proximity takes on new meaning. Long meetings turn into stolen glances. Arguments turn into something electric. And the line between professional and personal disappears fast.
HOLIDAY TRUCE is a steamy sapphic romance for readers who
Enemies to lovers with years of built-up tensionWorkplace romance with high stakesMature Black women (30s) who know what they wantSpice with emotional depthAtlanta setting and corporate world backdropHeat that doesn't fade to blackThis is a standalone novel. Contains explicit sexual content and is intended for adult readers 18+.
180 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 22, 2025
About the author
D.O. Robinson
15 books33 followersD. O. Robinson is a multi-genre author writing stories that linger - from heartfelt middle grade adventures and magical mysteries to swoony queer romance and journaling-centered nonfiction.
Her debut middle grade novel, Mystery of the Lithostone, invites readers into a world of secret maps, friendship, and discovery. Her LGBTQ+ fantasy romance series, Elemental Hearts, blends magical politics with heart-tugging love stories. As a certified Journal Therapy Coach, she also writes guided journals and mindfulness resources to help others write their way to clarity and confidence.
When she's not writing or coaching, you’ll find her journaling in a cozy nook, rearranging her bookshelves, or whispering “just a few more minutes.”
Come for the books, stay for the reflections.
Her debut middle grade novel, Mystery of the Lithostone, invites readers into a world of secret maps, friendship, and discovery. Her LGBTQ+ fantasy romance series, Elemental Hearts, blends magical politics with heart-tugging love stories. As a certified Journal Therapy Coach, she also writes guided journals and mindfulness resources to help others write their way to clarity and confidence.
When she's not writing or coaching, you’ll find her journaling in a cozy nook, rearranging her bookshelves, or whispering “just a few more minutes.”
Come for the books, stay for the reflections.
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January 1, 2026
Please tell me there is a second book?
I must say very well written and the tension between the characters was chefs kiss. I was sucked in from the beginning and the spice was done very well!
I must say very well written and the tension between the characters was chefs kiss. I was sucked in from the beginning and the spice was done very well!
August 6, 2026
Angst.
Thus is as slow burn as a sapphic could be lmao. A whole week of yearning til the holiday party.
Thus is as slow burn as a sapphic could be lmao. A whole week of yearning til the holiday party.
January 25, 2026
🔥🔥🔥 Holiday Truce by D.O. Robinson — A Review From Someone Who Burned Four Pork Chops
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and a fire extinguisher…
Whooo Chile.
Let me tell you something. I came into Holiday Truce looking for a good spicy workplace read, and what I got was a full spiritual experience that cost my family a perfectly good dinner.
Lena and Micah? Had a sistah over here TIGHT. In the best way. The tension between these two women is not played for cheap drama—it’s earned. They’re professionals. They’re not trying to mess up their bag over feelings they didn’t ask for. And Robinson respects that, letting it build naturally, organically, until by the time we hit Sunday night?
A gust of wind could’ve took me DOWN.
The Pork Chop Confession
I need y’all to understand: I had to make pimp decisions between reading this book and feeding my family. Real grown-woman choices. And I chose poorly—or excellently, depending on your priorities.
Four pork chops. Burned.
I thought I was slick. Switched it over to Speechify so I could listen AND read at the same time while I cooked. You know what happened? I was so locked in that I burned dinner ANYWAY. Couldn’t even multitask my way out of it. That’s how good this book is. It owes me groceries.
The Slow Burn That Actually Burns
What I loved most is how Robinson let these two women be whole people first. They weren’t rushing to fall into bed—they were protecting their work, their reputations, their peace. The professionalism made the eventual surrender hit different. You felt every stolen glance, every moment they tried to talk themselves out of what was clearly inevitable.
And when they finally stopped fighting it?
Worth every charred pork chop.
Now About That “Standalone” Situation…
Robinson said this is a standalone and I need her to know: Ma’am.
That nepobaby twist? Did NOT see it coming. Had me gasping in my kitchen like I wasn’t supposed to be watching the stove.
And NADIA? Oh, she’s gonna be a whole problem—the kind of messy, complicated, delicious problem that deserves her own book. I need to be front row, center, popcorn in hand for whatever chaos she’s about to bring.
You cannot introduce a character with that much potential and then just… leave her there!
Bottom Line:
Holiday Truce is the sapphic workplace romance that will have you neglecting responsibilities, making questionable decisions, and yelling at your Kindle. It’s spicy, it’s smart, it centers Black women who are grown and know what they want, and it builds tension like architecture.
Read it. Just order takeout first.
D.O. Robinson, if you’re listening: Nadia’s book. Please and thank you. 🙏🏾🔥
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and a fire extinguisher…
Whooo Chile.
Let me tell you something. I came into Holiday Truce looking for a good spicy workplace read, and what I got was a full spiritual experience that cost my family a perfectly good dinner.
Lena and Micah? Had a sistah over here TIGHT. In the best way. The tension between these two women is not played for cheap drama—it’s earned. They’re professionals. They’re not trying to mess up their bag over feelings they didn’t ask for. And Robinson respects that, letting it build naturally, organically, until by the time we hit Sunday night?
A gust of wind could’ve took me DOWN.
The Pork Chop Confession
I need y’all to understand: I had to make pimp decisions between reading this book and feeding my family. Real grown-woman choices. And I chose poorly—or excellently, depending on your priorities.
Four pork chops. Burned.
I thought I was slick. Switched it over to Speechify so I could listen AND read at the same time while I cooked. You know what happened? I was so locked in that I burned dinner ANYWAY. Couldn’t even multitask my way out of it. That’s how good this book is. It owes me groceries.
The Slow Burn That Actually Burns
What I loved most is how Robinson let these two women be whole people first. They weren’t rushing to fall into bed—they were protecting their work, their reputations, their peace. The professionalism made the eventual surrender hit different. You felt every stolen glance, every moment they tried to talk themselves out of what was clearly inevitable.
And when they finally stopped fighting it?
Worth every charred pork chop.
Now About That “Standalone” Situation…
Robinson said this is a standalone and I need her to know: Ma’am.
That nepobaby twist? Did NOT see it coming. Had me gasping in my kitchen like I wasn’t supposed to be watching the stove.
And NADIA? Oh, she’s gonna be a whole problem—the kind of messy, complicated, delicious problem that deserves her own book. I need to be front row, center, popcorn in hand for whatever chaos she’s about to bring.
You cannot introduce a character with that much potential and then just… leave her there!
Bottom Line:
Holiday Truce is the sapphic workplace romance that will have you neglecting responsibilities, making questionable decisions, and yelling at your Kindle. It’s spicy, it’s smart, it centers Black women who are grown and know what they want, and it builds tension like architecture.
Read it. Just order takeout first.
D.O. Robinson, if you’re listening: Nadia’s book. Please and thank you. 🙏🏾🔥
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 26, 2026
Wow
Wow wow wow is all I can say. This book took me by surprise. The way Micha could not stand Lena only for them to have this heavy attraction to each other. I haven’t read a lesbian based book in so many years and this one was just as steamy and spicy as any other book that I’ve read. It only took me a couple of hours to read but boy oh boy was I closing my legs tightly. The sex scene was hot. The build up ooooohhhh, I just wanted to be a fly on the wall. Definitely worth the read.
Wow wow wow is all I can say. This book took me by surprise. The way Micha could not stand Lena only for them to have this heavy attraction to each other. I haven’t read a lesbian based book in so many years and this one was just as steamy and spicy as any other book that I’ve read. It only took me a couple of hours to read but boy oh boy was I closing my legs tightly. The sex scene was hot. The build up ooooohhhh, I just wanted to be a fly on the wall. Definitely worth the read.
January 1, 2026
Good lord was this one HOT HOT HOT 🥵 D. O. Robinson knows how to deliver on the tension between her characters so well 👏 I’ve said it once I’ll say it again in a novella style book. These characters are so well developed the world feel so real and full and that is such a testament to the writing. Thjs sapphic romance was amazing and a perfect way to kick off my 2026 will there be a second book? I surely hope so!!!
January 21, 2026
Now this story was hot and passionate. I was here for all of it how to work with somebody that you want so bad is very intense. I’m glad they figured it out and it worked for them the ending though piss me off cause that’s her mother and what do you mean the ex is coming to work with them and then they staring at each other from across the room when they’re both with their partners. That irritated me so bad.
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March 15, 2026
Plot twist
What a great story with well-developed characters and a plot that pulls you in and then shakes you up with some interesting twists. Micah and Lena are colleagues who are like oil and water. Things take an interesting turn when the two are forced to work together on an office Christmas party. This story has drama, intrigue, and an ending that keeps you guessing. I hope there is more where this came from, and I can't wait to see what's next.
What a great story with well-developed characters and a plot that pulls you in and then shakes you up with some interesting twists. Micah and Lena are colleagues who are like oil and water. Things take an interesting turn when the two are forced to work together on an office Christmas party. This story has drama, intrigue, and an ending that keeps you guessing. I hope there is more where this came from, and I can't wait to see what's next.
May 15, 2026
What a wonderful read! I loved everything about this and it was a new genre for me and I am hooked.
The love story between these two is so cute and actually really sacred. Micah...baby! Love Micah, but I also loved Lena and her spirit and the twist at the end!
I would recommend this book to anyone who wanted to try something new, was looking for something fresh, and enjoys being surprised by the ending, but loving the love story.
The love story between these two is so cute and actually really sacred. Micah...baby! Love Micah, but I also loved Lena and her spirit and the twist at the end!
I would recommend this book to anyone who wanted to try something new, was looking for something fresh, and enjoys being surprised by the ending, but loving the love story.
June 6, 2026
Tensionnn
I felt the tension definitely. I do wish there was at least 2 chapters pre-admitting their attraction. Loveddd the book and finally the pay off was worth it after the party. Howeverrrr there were 2 twists . First one had me like woowww shocked . The second “twist” annoyed me because go away 😭 . They are happyyy . All in all, great book and I feel compelled to read Part 2 if it is out
I felt the tension definitely. I do wish there was at least 2 chapters pre-admitting their attraction. Loveddd the book and finally the pay off was worth it after the party. Howeverrrr there were 2 twists . First one had me like woowww shocked . The second “twist” annoyed me because go away 😭 . They are happyyy . All in all, great book and I feel compelled to read Part 2 if it is out
February 7, 2026
straight fireeeee
Holy steamballz, this one was fire. The tension between Lena and Micah was sharp, messy, and impossible to ignore. I loved watching their rivalry turn into something real and passionate. It kept me hooked from start to finish and now I’m honestly hoping we get more from these two.
Holy steamballz, this one was fire. The tension between Lena and Micah was sharp, messy, and impossible to ignore. I loved watching their rivalry turn into something real and passionate. It kept me hooked from start to finish and now I’m honestly hoping we get more from these two.
February 11, 2026
I enjoyed this book. There were some inconsistencies that bothered me but the plot and the way it was executed was great. There were some bombshells dropped that make me feel this shouldn’t be a standalone, kinda feel like I’ve been left hanging. Both main characters were amazing. It was a fun read!
March 12, 2026
Reading Holiday Truce, what stood out to me was the tension between Lena and Micah. That back-and-forth felt real.
The banter was sharp and the chemistry was there from the jump. The slow burn added to the tension and when the spice hit, it hit.
I also liked seeing two grown Black women in their careers, confident, strong personalities, not shrinking for anyone. That dynamic made the whole thing more interesting.
Solid enemies-to-lovers story with real attitude, real heat, and a little Atlanta flavor in the mix.
The banter was sharp and the chemistry was there from the jump. The slow burn added to the tension and when the spice hit, it hit.
I also liked seeing two grown Black women in their careers, confident, strong personalities, not shrinking for anyone. That dynamic made the whole thing more interesting.
Solid enemies-to-lovers story with real attitude, real heat, and a little Atlanta flavor in the mix.
June 28, 2026
What happens when the enemies potentially become lovers? Micah and Lena are workplace rivals who can't stand each other. A spat in the boardroom leads to their CEO making them work together on the holiday party. Can these two get along to complete this project or will they continue to hate each other. I loved their chemistry and seeing how down bad they were for each other. I loved the Atlanta backdrop and the Kast references. While this was a short story it did drag a little bit and became slightly repetitive. I can't wait to see what's next for Micah & Lena.
February 7, 2026
A good read
This was my first time reading from this author and it won't be my last. It was a good read, all the characters were very well developed. The story line was was also very well developed!!
This was my first time reading from this author and it won't be my last. It was a good read, all the characters were very well developed. The story line was was also very well developed!!
March 12, 2026
Wow is all i can say, these two were spicy!!!! This whole book only being in a span of two weeks was crazy. I’m gonna stop at this one for now b/c the cliffhangers are gonna drive me crazy so i need all of these out before i finish it. Hoping the author doesn’t drag it for too long.
April 3, 2026
A lesbian smut novel with Black main characters? Say less—I was all in from the start.
I ended up loving this book even more than I expected. The writing is extremely strong, the characters are genuinely likable, and the office rom-com vibe makes it such a fun, yet intense read. I found the novel to strike the perfect balance of spice and story, and it even had a few twists pulled me in even deeper.
One of my favorite things was how vividly everything came to life. I could clearly picture the characters, the setting, all of it—it made the experience feel so immersive.
I didn’t even hesitate before picking up the next book. I need to see where Micah and Lena go from here! ''Already Know'' Please do not disappoint me LOL
I ended up loving this book even more than I expected. The writing is extremely strong, the characters are genuinely likable, and the office rom-com vibe makes it such a fun, yet intense read. I found the novel to strike the perfect balance of spice and story, and it even had a few twists pulled me in even deeper.
One of my favorite things was how vividly everything came to life. I could clearly picture the characters, the setting, all of it—it made the experience feel so immersive.
I didn’t even hesitate before picking up the next book. I need to see where Micah and Lena go from here! ''Already Know'' Please do not disappoint me LOL
June 17, 2026
There was quite a lot of repetition and inconsistencies but the tension and chemistry between the two was thick and blazing. I also wasn’t expecting there to be some plot twist and illusions of a sequel, I’m curious to how that will all play out
July 17, 2026
it’s okay
A little over 100 pages of “omg I can’t, we can , we can’t , we can” , a handful of scenes of spice , small plot twist at the very end and then a small mention of impending drama.
A little over 100 pages of “omg I can’t, we can , we can’t , we can” , a handful of scenes of spice , small plot twist at the very end and then a small mention of impending drama.
December 27, 2025
This book is so good. I went into it blind and was pleasantly surprised. I love the tension between Lena and Micah. Such a good slow burn.
December 30, 2025
I'm not one for slow burns. But this was necessary. The build up was worth it.
and the plot twist makes me wanna beg for more. We need to see more from Lena and Micah! especially with all that was dropped before the story ended.
and the plot twist makes me wanna beg for more. We need to see more from Lena and Micah! especially with all that was dropped before the story ended.
January 10, 2026
Didn’t know what to expect
Outstanding read. Two powerhouse women with a lot of tension in the workplace. Things were bound to happen. Loved it.
Outstanding read. Two powerhouse women with a lot of tension in the workplace. Things were bound to happen. Loved it.
February 10, 2026
Amazing Author
First time reading this author and I was not disappointed. I will definitely be reading the more by this author
First time reading this author and I was not disappointed. I will definitely be reading the more by this author
February 22, 2026
Oooooohhhh my. D did not disappoint with this FF workplace romance! It is definitely a slow burn but the build up and angst were 🫠🫠🫠 hopefully there will be a part 2!
December 24, 2025
Good read
I picked this up thinking it would be a cute little workplace romance and then proceeded to get absolutely consumed by it. The dynamic between these two was everything. And can we talk about how refreshing it is to read about Black women in their 30s who handle things like adults. When that tension finally broke? Baby. BABY. I read the whole thing in one sitting and immediately wanted to start over. The author said "let me show you how it's done" and I'm so grateful. Need the next book ASAP.
I picked this up thinking it would be a cute little workplace romance and then proceeded to get absolutely consumed by it. The dynamic between these two was everything. And can we talk about how refreshing it is to read about Black women in their 30s who handle things like adults. When that tension finally broke? Baby. BABY. I read the whole thing in one sitting and immediately wanted to start over. The author said "let me show you how it's done" and I'm so grateful. Need the next book ASAP.
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