A Muffin Top Christmas

Sweet Cravings #1.5

by Tabatha Kiss

Naughty or nice.
Why not both?

He’s a bad boy with a bakery.
She’s a BBW with a bar.
And they just had a baby.

‘Twas the night before Christmas,
when all through the bakery,
not a creature was stirring,
except a six-month-old boy named Zachary.

The condoms were stashed in the bedroom with care,
in the hopes that my Evey would soon be there.

When out in the alley there rose such a clatter,
I sprang from my kitchen to see what was the matter.
Away to the bar I raced with such dread,
to find my Evey with a gun to her head…

This short and sweet novella takes place six months after the hit bestseller Muffin Top!
Vincent and Evey are back for the holidays but they aren't alone!
Who's hooking up?
Who's pregnant?
And who's out for revenge?
All these questions and more will be answered, just in time to whisk you a Merry Christmas!

Includes The Muffin Top Cookbook — five recipes from Boston’s favorite bakery!

Sweet Cravings Reading
1. Muffin Top
2. A Muffin Top Christmas
3: Hot Sauce
4: A Hot Sauce Halloween

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Novella, Christmas, Romantic, Contemporary Romance, Holiday

71 pages, ebook

First published December 10, 2016

About the author

USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Tabatha Kiss is from Chicago, Illinois.

You can probably catch her huddled up in a hoodie, reading a good romance beneath a tree with her trusty husky by her side. She enjoys roller derby, sushi, and is always searching for her forever bad boy.

In the meantime, she writes.

This profile uses Amazon affiliate links.

Reviews

[XxTainaxX Curvy and Nerdy · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 Stars. Evey and Vincent continue to get involved in OTT shenanigans. This was a cute short with quite a bit going on. It leaves the series open to possibilities, especially with the secondary characters. It was interesting to read about the couple as new working-class parents. Their chemistry is strong but I wish they would've had more time together. It felt like a good continuation but there wasn't a lot of forward movement despite how busy the story was. This wasn't as funny as the original story and the foiling of the bad guy is a bit silly yet entertaining. There were a few missed opportunities but it was still enjoyable. Safety: No others for our heroes. No rape. Yes to physical abuse.

ARC received in exchange for an honest review.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

They're still together with a sweet baby boy who doesn't like to sleep. Then there's a new bad guy, her brother hooks up with someone, and so does his sister (or has she).

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[Gale · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love the baby!

I read this quickly but know it was fun and sexy. And flirty. There was even a spectacularly wonderful HEA. Oh yeah, let’s not forget the life threatening intrigue. Fast, fun read.

[diana marcela Ballestas · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved 'Muffin Top' that's why when I saw 'Top Christmas Muffin' came out I had to read it. So I voluntarily read an Advanced Review Copy of this book and I must say that I am not disappointed at all, usually short stories lack strength or content, but Tabatha not only got that, but the story has a continuity with Muffin Top, but add those little details that you want to know about the characters, both main and secondary, it is nice to read and enjoy the first to the last sheet.

[Veronica LaRoche · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love Vincent & Evey

I was so excited to get more of Evey & Vincent. This is their first Christmas as a family and it was definitely unforgettable. If you haven't read Muffin Top you are missing out.

[Yvette89 · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Evey and Vincent. This is a bonus Christmas story and very short. Evey and Vincent find themselves in another dangerous situation. As usual Vincent finds a strange but effective way to save Evey. The story is short but we still get action and laughs.

[Bellereader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Evey and Vincent return for a Christmas Eve tale that will keep you up waiting for Santa 😉 Running around after their little guy Zach has two new parents knackered and has taken a toll on the couple. They are missing that connection they had pre-baby and initamacy forget about it... Evey has been feeling less than gorgeous and desirable since sharing her body and don't even get her started on the pain that come with pain childbirth and the after effects of the watermelon and lemon experiment it is on a woman's body. But finally she is ready get back in saddle and Vincent couldn't be happier it's truly a Christmas miracle. There's only one problem... and it come in the form of a disgruntled brother of a ghost from their past. Will the Yuletide be merry one or will the ghost of Christmas past rear his ugly head?

[Tiffany · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a follow up novella to Muffin Top which came out September, 2016. I loved Evey and Vincent in the first book and love them even more after this one. They now have baby Zach. Due to a difficult birth six months ago Evey and Vincent have not been able to have sex since. If you didn't like Vincent after the first book (although I don't know why you wouldn't), the way he is so understanding and loving with Evey and their situation is guaranteed to make you fall for him. We also get to see more of Evey's brother, Tommy and Vincent's sister, Anna . I am hoping that the small glimpses we were given as to what they've been up to are previews to future books with their own stories.
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book. This is my honest review.*

[Julie Barrett · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Muffin Top Christmas by Tabatha Kiss
This story starts out with a little boy Zachary and his dad making cookies for Christmas.
His mom works at the bar with her brother and the adults have a special night planned after work. Problem is Zach never wants to go to sleep.
His aunt shows up and she has news herself... While Evey is at the bar a strange man is there as well and it's closing time...
She realizes after he starts talking who he is and gun fire erupts... Never expected this type of a book, was hoping for recipes even.
Action and adventure for sure! Other works by the author are listed at the end.
About the author is also included along with links to get in contact with her.

[Claudia |✨Cushin Violeta's Bookish Realm✨ · Rating 5 out of 5]

YESSSSSS!! ANOTHER ADVENTURE RIDE WITH VINCENT AND EVEY😍😍😍😍.
I seriously can't get enough of this series. Its simply super freaking AMAZING. I'm so happy with meet with Vin and evey once again.
Vin and evey are getting on with life with a tiny toddler now. It's the Christmas eve and both of them have grand plans for their first family Christmas together. Only what they didn't anticipate is for a total twister, a total curveball that wrecks havoc on their night. How will they they out of this. I loved the twisters as always in this stories makes for such a fun ride. And that ending, Sigh!!!!! Now I can't wait to read Hot sauce. Loved loved loved more of muffin top. Thank you for this amazing series, Ms. Kiss. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[Andrea · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was one of the many who absolutely loved Muffin Top so you can imagine my delight when I saw A Muffin Top Christmas in my email! We visit Vincent and Evey six months later. It's Christmas time, the new parents are anxious for a passionate Christmas Eve night together after making their son Zachary's first Christmas at least memorable for them. Unfortunately someone from their past comes into haunt their night and Vincent and Evey's plans are almost ruined. Check out this sweet Christmas novella to find out how they handle the past and finally find some alone time. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.

[Dee Archer · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short story that makes the perfect sweet Christmas gift from author to reader. We get another look into the Happily Ever After of Vincent & Evey. Great visiting with these lovely people. They are looking forward to spending their first Christmas together as a family. But an old enemy just has to try once more to destroy their happiness. Plus, some surprising news spices things up a bit. Thoroughly enjoyed this morsel of sweetness. I  voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. Five stars.

[Janice Somers · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars
Six months later: It's Christmas Eve: Evey and Vincent are living together above the bakery and Zachary is six months. Evie continues to work at Ryan's Bar with her brother, Tommy. The bar is to close earlier and then Evie and Vincent are to have their time....
Anna shows up at the bakery while Vincent is baking cookies and lays some news on him that really is good but Anna is stressing over it. When they both hear gunshots coming from the bar.........?

The drama is about to start again.

This is a great holiday read and followup from Muffin Top and it's is so good.

[Kerry Boulanger · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this book in advance for an honest review. I re-read Muffin Top in a few hours then moved on to Muffin Top Christmas which is a quick read. I love, love Vincent and Evey. Hot baker and his fiancée Evey thought the past was behind them but they have to overcome one more obstacle before they can have their first Christmas with their baby boy. After the danger passes they settle in for a naughty Christmas. Love them!

[Donna Feibusch · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Great Read!

I enjoyed reading A Muffin Top Christmas, all about Evey Ryan a young mother and Vincent Silvia a baker and father to six month old Zachary Silvia. This is an extension to Book one with a taste of life after an infant! It's a quick read and will keep your attention from page one to the last! But the best are the five recipes included of the best recipes the bakery has, that keeps bringing the customers back!

[Deb Diem · Rating 3 out of 5]

A Muffin Top Christmas by Tabitha Kiss is a short holiday book. Ms Kiss has supplied the Christmas spirit along with fantastic characters in this fast-paced read. Evey and Vincent's story is full of drama, humor and suspense. This is a continuation of Muffin Top, but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete story, not a cliff-hanger.

I voluntarily read a free copy of this book that I received from BookFunnel.

[Unrulyreadr Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is second story with Vincent and Evey. It is a follow up and to catch up with their lives since they got married and had their little boy. All is going good until the past comes back.
Over all great story, it is funny and intriguing and sets up for Vincent's sister's book. And I always love to read how Vincent uses his baking and his past to get out of things.
Reviewed by GypsyBelle
* I own a copy of this book *

[Barbara "Cookie" Serfaty Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Muffin Top Christmas (Sweet Craving Book 2)

A return to the Muffin Top Bakery. Vincent and Evey's son is now six months old and it's Christmas time. Evey is at the bar and a strange man is setting at the end of the bar and it's closing time , a short ring out and Evey and Tommy are hostage to a man who want Vincent dead. Can Vincent save them? Great story but you have to read Muffin Top to understand the story.

[Elysian Fields · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a wonderful addition to Muffin Top. It was just as sweet and thoughtful as the previous book. Evey and Vincent were completely themselves and fell into parenthood perfectly. I enjoyed the action in the plot with the re- visiting of previous characters, and a few surprises. I love the addition of the recipes in the back, I will be making them soon. Fun holiday story.

[Erica · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you loved Muffin Top you will so love Muffin Top Christmas.
What a great little novella to reacquaint us with the oh so lovable Evey and Vincent!!
Characters are brilliantly written and engaging, their romance is blissful and the action is pretty packed for a short story.
Loved it cant wait for more from Tabatha Kiss and from the series.

[Bubbles The Book Pimp · Rating 2 out of 5]

I read this book as it was included as a bonus book with the original book I was reading - Jesus was that a sentence...????

Continues on from muffin top... 6 months after vince and evey have had their baby. The danger is back in the form of a pissed of Irish mob brother who has escaped from jail. Not as enjoyable as the first and even more rushed.

[Rebecca]

Great additional helping!

Cute yet dangerous Christmas story of Vincent & Evey. It's Zachy's first Christmas yet the Grinch is a foot! Evey finds herself in danger yet again but can Vincent save her & their Christmas? In addition to the little family, Vin's sister Anna has the beginnings of her own story laid down to play out in Hot Sauce.

[Jodi Cain · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved being able to read more on Vincent & Evey. It was so good to see what they have been up too. Hope to read more about them in the future. Zachary is one lucky kid to have parents like them. Loved the ending.

[Tatenisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Silva family is the best. The chemistry between Anna and Milo is strong and intense. Anna discovers who her anonymous sperm donor is, a suspect for murder. The action never stops. I voluntarily received this ARC for an honest review.

[MandyMarie · Rating 5 out of 5]

So sweet... it hurts

This was a great follow-up to Sweet Cravings #1 (don’t read out of order) I was expecting a light story of love and what I got was a whole lotta oh, my, gosh! and of course hot alpha SEAL.

[Isabella · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great

I honestly wasn't expecting much, just a small after story. I was blown away. It still kept me on the edge and kept me pulled in. I'm a little disappointed, though, because the description said it contained too 5 recipes and it does not.

[Natalie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Muffin Top Christmas

Damn I thought they were done with the Shanks for good. I knew there was something fishy about the man just sitting there not drinking and staring at his glass. I wondered if it was him when Vincent's sister got the call that the Shank brother had escaped.

[Cindy Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

An enjoyable follow up on Vincent and Evey on their 1st Christmas with their little baby son, but before they can enjoy their Christmas they have a dash of excitement.

[Patricia Baxes · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Vincent and Evey saga continues. Great little romantic novella. The perfect bridge between Myffin Top and Hot Sauce. ❤️