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Come Midnight
Forget the glass slipper. This Cinderella stole the Prince’s jacket... and she’s not giving it back.
"Olivia is a critical system failure in four-inch heels. I know better than to touch high-voltage machinery without protective gear. But when she looks at me with that raw, unfiltered want? Logic goes offline. I don’t just want to fix her problem. I want to be the glitch she never recovers from.”
— Casey Hobbs, Infrastructure Engineer & Reluctant Prince Charming
“My life is a series of executed protocols and mitigated risks. I don't do messy. I don't do impulsive. Then there’s Casey. She’s a variable I can’t control. I should manage the crisis. Instead, I’m managing a sudden, desperate urge to climb into her lap and let her handle everything."
— Olivia Cooper, Chief Technology Officer & Accidental Cinderella
Casey thinks she knows how to stay safe - keep your head down, fix what's broken, don't ask for more. Olivia thinks she knows how to stay in control - smile through the chaos, never let them see you crack.
When an emergency forces them back into the empty office on the Sunday before Christmas, professional boundaries are about to be disrupted. Suddenly, fixing the servers is the least interesting thing happening in the basement.
Come Midnight is a sizzling sapphic workplace romance featuring competence as an aphrodisiac, a very distinct lack of glass slippers, and two cats who judge everyone.
Guaranteed HEA. Contains mature themes.
"Olivia is a critical system failure in four-inch heels. I know better than to touch high-voltage machinery without protective gear. But when she looks at me with that raw, unfiltered want? Logic goes offline. I don’t just want to fix her problem. I want to be the glitch she never recovers from.”
— Casey Hobbs, Infrastructure Engineer & Reluctant Prince Charming
“My life is a series of executed protocols and mitigated risks. I don't do messy. I don't do impulsive. Then there’s Casey. She’s a variable I can’t control. I should manage the crisis. Instead, I’m managing a sudden, desperate urge to climb into her lap and let her handle everything."
— Olivia Cooper, Chief Technology Officer & Accidental Cinderella
Casey thinks she knows how to stay safe - keep your head down, fix what's broken, don't ask for more. Olivia thinks she knows how to stay in control - smile through the chaos, never let them see you crack.
When an emergency forces them back into the empty office on the Sunday before Christmas, professional boundaries are about to be disrupted. Suddenly, fixing the servers is the least interesting thing happening in the basement.
Come Midnight is a sizzling sapphic workplace romance featuring competence as an aphrodisiac, a very distinct lack of glass slippers, and two cats who judge everyone.
Guaranteed HEA. Contains mature themes.
- GenresLesbian
285 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 22, 2025
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February 2, 2026
Okay read!
Enjoyed the 1st book in this series but this wasn't as enticing.. --- still readable.
Recommended book and series!
Enjoyed the 1st book in this series but this wasn't as enticing.. --- still readable.
Recommended book and series!
January 19, 2026
The writing style is so easy to fall into, the dialogue effortlessly made me laugh, the kitty antics made my eyes roll with understanding and even with the 80% ruhroh moment, it didn't linger and moved on into the adulting world. I am really enjoying the women this author is giving life to. You can tell Marren has experience in the corporate realm, maybe writing what she knows, and it is gift wrapped along with the character arcs as the MCs fall into sync with one another. Steamy scenes are sexy, the holidays aren't integral to the storyline, but a sweet HEA makes a perfect epilogue.
January 4, 2026
This is the second thing I've read from this author, the first one was a novella that I raved about.
It's a dual 1st person POV and I would argue Casey two cats are also main characters. They are both "older" Casey being 44 and Olivia being 39 but we all know age is merely a number.
The author states in their blurb that they are from the corporate world and it certainly reflects in the writing since I understand almost nothing of what the MCs jobs are aside from the corporate hierarchy.
That being said I can barely turn on my work computer so don't let my technological ignorance dissuade you from reading this book! Mechanics and Casey's motorcycle was more my speed so really there's something for everyone!
The majority of this book happens over the holidays and it's a cute workplace romance. I wouldn't call Olivia an ice queen but she can be cold and unapproachable should the scenario present itself.
The MCs are mature and witty and this is easily reflected in their communication and banter. The story isn't complex by any means and it follows the standard workplace tropes but with minimal angst.
There is a couple spicy scenes and a bonus spicy one.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and will continue to read what the author doles out!
It's a dual 1st person POV and I would argue Casey two cats are also main characters. They are both "older" Casey being 44 and Olivia being 39 but we all know age is merely a number.
The author states in their blurb that they are from the corporate world and it certainly reflects in the writing since I understand almost nothing of what the MCs jobs are aside from the corporate hierarchy.
That being said I can barely turn on my work computer so don't let my technological ignorance dissuade you from reading this book! Mechanics and Casey's motorcycle was more my speed so really there's something for everyone!
The majority of this book happens over the holidays and it's a cute workplace romance. I wouldn't call Olivia an ice queen but she can be cold and unapproachable should the scenario present itself.
The MCs are mature and witty and this is easily reflected in their communication and banter. The story isn't complex by any means and it follows the standard workplace tropes but with minimal angst.
There is a couple spicy scenes and a bonus spicy one.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and will continue to read what the author doles out!
January 12, 2026
two career women discover the magic of the holidays, and put off their annoying families to work through Christmas together
every romance needs a 'thing' to keep it from being two generic people making heart eyes at each other. this author's thing is what seems to be an intense knowledge of corporate day-to-day, and nicknames. Olivia and Casey both have what sounds like very serious and real job titles that has them doing what sounds like very serious and real work. while also calling each other "princess" and "stud"
there's competence porn from two mature, confident women who are good at their jobs, and an emotional core as the mature, confident women are also a little bit sad. it's not high angst or anything but Olivia is lonely and Casey is stuck. a little less "this is the blueprint on how to get rid of the mediocre men in your workplace" which did feel a little wish fulfilly in Chasing Red
this is the first third act breakup I've read that centres around a Chief Technical Officer initiating a project to sunset legacy architecture
every romance needs a 'thing' to keep it from being two generic people making heart eyes at each other. this author's thing is what seems to be an intense knowledge of corporate day-to-day, and nicknames. Olivia and Casey both have what sounds like very serious and real job titles that has them doing what sounds like very serious and real work. while also calling each other "princess" and "stud"
there's competence porn from two mature, confident women who are good at their jobs, and an emotional core as the mature, confident women are also a little bit sad. it's not high angst or anything but Olivia is lonely and Casey is stuck. a little less "this is the blueprint on how to get rid of the mediocre men in your workplace" which did feel a little wish fulfilly in Chasing Red
this is the first third act breakup I've read that centres around a Chief Technical Officer initiating a project to sunset legacy architecture
January 26, 2026
When I added this to my shelf, I didn't realize it was the second book in a series I had rated the first book poorly. This book started off so great, I feel Marren really knows how to write an interesting character. Then the book just suddenly puts the pedal to the metal, and everything happens within the first 30% of the book. It ended up leaving much to be desired and the forming of the relationship feel entirely unreal. I probably won't try another book by this author unless her books double in size and plot.
January 14, 2026
My second A. Marren sapphic novel and it did not disappoint. Liked the way computer language was used in every day settings. Liked the way the two mature women preferred spending the X-mas break together in the computer basement solving a dramatic glitch, instead of spending time with their 'traditional' families. A little word of advice 'Princess': when you next need to break some bad news to your love interest, maybe start with the 'good news' first!?
January 14, 2026
Can’t Wait for More from this Author
Almost cried at multiple parts in this story. This is the second book from this author that I’ve read and I couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait for more from this universe!
Almost cried at multiple parts in this story. This is the second book from this author that I’ve read and I couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait for more from this universe!
December 29, 2025
New favorite author
Great follow up book to Chasing Red. Love the characters! Beautifully written. Can't wait for the next book to come out!
Great follow up book to Chasing Red. Love the characters! Beautifully written. Can't wait for the next book to come out!
January 12, 2026
Who doesn't love a cheesy spicy sapphic read?
January 16, 2026
This is the second story I have read but Alix. Even though these are short stories the characters are developed and are likeable. Looking forward to Alix's next story.
January 27, 2026
Coat of love
Really loved your. Book. I read it right after Chasing Red. Loved them both.
Casey and Olivia were definitely meant for each other. This also is an easy read.
Really loved your. Book. I read it right after Chasing Red. Loved them both.
Casey and Olivia were definitely meant for each other. This also is an easy read.
February 3, 2026
A good follow on from "Chasing red" I like the format and the characters. Look forward to more of what is building to be a series.
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