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Mob assassin or drug kingpin? Reclusive billionaire Wilder Clark is an enigma to his hometown. Hiding himself away in a remote cabin with his dog Max, this Christmas will be spent like any other--alone and buried in his work.

Eccentric artist Nora Martinez is late to Christmas dinner with her family, and extreme winter weather conditions aren’t helping. Nursing her jalopy along is always a challenge, but icy roads and whiteout conditions make the difficult potentially deadly.

When a freak snowstorm sends Nora crashing into Wilder’s life, will sparks fly or is this billionaire hiding a dangerous secret?

Download today to find out how these two souls survive Christmas together!

66 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 12, 2018

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Allison LaFleur

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USA Today bestselling author of steamy romantic suspense, Allison LaFleur created of the Bachelors Incorporated series. She loves to make her characters miserable before finally allowing them to find their happily ever after.

Despite an intense, lifelong desire to create, Allison didn’t search for a job in the arts after college. Instead, she obtained a degree in photography, then set off to hike the Appalachian Trail. Her world view changed after six months away, she returned to the working world and obtained a Masters Degree in both Spanish and Elementary education--and started writing secretly at night. .

She loves books so much, that she writes both children’s books and science fiction with her son, under the names Grant Allison and Grayson Walker.

When she's not reading, writing, or spinning tales with her teenager, Allison spends time relaxing at her home in the Florida Keys, where she searches for the green flash, and is constantly entertained by two fuzzy yorkie pups.

You can find Allison at www.allisonlafleur.com, or email her at allison@allisonlafleur.com

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Profile Image for Lakeisha Rickards.
44 reviews
December 20, 2018
It was sweet

I was kind of shocked that she got upset when she found out what he did for a living. considering she never asked him, she was OK with the idea that he may be a drug cartel or someone in the mob but she got upset to learn that he is her favourite author lol.
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3,483 reviews21 followers
February 16, 2020
Quick short read insta love with a happy ending gotta love that!!
1,649 reviews15 followers
December 16, 2018
I really enjoyed this story. Nora got stuck in a snowstorm and Wilder rescued her. The storyline was predictable but written so it was fun to read. They had fun in the snow, lost all power, had some hot sex, and finally got plowed out. Quick, fun read with an HEA. I got this book from booksprout for an honest review
Profile Image for Vanessa Fischer.
121 reviews6 followers
December 20, 2018
They were both in high school, but 10 years later meet up in an unexpected manner. Her car slips on the snowy road on her way to her parents for Christmas. It just happens to be at the end of the driveway to a man living as a hermit that the town has come up with all crazy reasons as to why. He rescues her with the assistance of his dog. Just so happens that he is a former classmate. They get to know each other and have some good fun together as the power goes out. A good quick read.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
680 reviews3 followers
December 28, 2018
I knew that it was a Short Story, but having seen the number of chapters I thought it would have some substance and perhaps be the prelude to a greater story. Unfortunately that was not the case. Two pages do not a chapter make! It left me feeling unsatisfied and wondering if I could have spend my time in a more useful and productive way?

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4,298 reviews
November 1, 2020
This novel had a lot of good moments, a lot of sweet moments; BUT it also had lot of just okay moments and just a sliver of the romance that the title implied. However, even though there were times when it would lull, I never pondered choosing another novel for immediately something would grab my attention again. There was always something slightly spicy or mysterious which would  reel me back in to stick by the side of this author. In the end, though, I'm glad I finished reading this novel.
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December 14, 2018
I loved this story. It's a great HEA love story between two old estranged friends. The characters were charming-- Wilder is totally hot. The steamy part was super steamy. I even loved the dog. What a quick and pleasant Christmas story. Allison LaFleur remains one of my favorite romance writers.
10.9k reviews125 followers
January 7, 2019
This is the 5th book I’ve read written by Allison LaFleur; she has done a good job at writing a good book. I can’t wait to read more of her books.

The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.

I loved the chemistry between the characters.

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2,186 reviews16 followers
January 13, 2019
Sweet story! Nora gets stuck in a snowdrift and Wilder rescues her and takes her to his cabin. But the cabin is simple. If he's a billionaire and has had it for 10yrs. It should be decked out by now. Except for the mention of the Hummer, we see nothing of his wealth. Liked the story though and the twist.
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Author 132 books5 followers
December 16, 2018
Short and sweet...

This is an enjoyable story, if somewhat predictable. Well written with great characters. Worth reading as its a sweet and romantic novella, suitable for any fan of the romance genre.
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December 23, 2018
The story was a cute Christmas HEA. Hunky Wilder and Nora who I thought was rather spunky. It was a fun and fast read. I recommend giving it a try.

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640 reviews5 followers
December 26, 2018
Great for when you want to pass a limited amount of time. This story had all the requirements of an enjoyable romance without dragging anything on to long. Well worth reading.

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4,643 reviews
December 29, 2018
Cute short christmas story!!!!!!!!! They went to high school together and now ten years later fate and crazy weather bring them together.

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110 reviews
December 31, 2018
I enjoyed this short story. The characters were adorable together and the situation they found themselves in was interesting.

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776 reviews1 follower
January 5, 2019
I received a free copy of this book however all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.
I loved this! It grabbed me from the first page, kept me til the last and enthralled me in between. Well worth your time to read it.
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1,132 reviews
January 7, 2019
A short Christmas romance read. Former high school classmates spend a snowstorm together after she crashes near his cabin. This is a very quick read that took me about 30 minutes to read. It doesn’t get too much into depth of the characters but will give you a nice HEA.
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16.4k reviews218 followers
January 9, 2019
A well written book with an interesting story line. The characters are strong and the story flows quickly and smoothly. I enjoyed reading this story.

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2,809 reviews13 followers
February 8, 2019
A cute and sweet short Christmas story. This grippong storyline kept my attention with interesting and relatable characters with sizzling hot chemistry. With a nice HEA.

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4,298 reviews
December 22, 2019
Umm.

All the potential in the world, the developing storyline was interesting and had the makes of a wonderful novel; however, I never could become engaged with my attention fully invested. I will definitely have to give this story another try later on.
1,512 reviews4 followers
December 21, 2018
This book was gripping, well written & the chemistry between the characters sizzled throughout this wonderful read.

Well done Allison. I look forward to more!
6,151 reviews17 followers
December 28, 2018
This is such a wonderful holiday romance!! I loved the story and characters in this quick easy read! I loved Wilder and Nora and even Max. What a great story!!!!
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1,558 reviews16 followers
January 8, 2019
Captivating sweet novella holiday romance storyline, engaging characters. A well-written book, I liked reading it. It was a pleasured to read and review it.
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931 reviews6 followers
February 8, 2019
Really Good

I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book. This is a really enjoyable book and I didn’t want to put it down. Great, entertaining storyline and really engaging characters.
1,196 reviews10 followers
July 27, 2020
Great story

Greatv short story of love and old friends. He's keeping a secret from her but their love wins over in the end.
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546 reviews2 followers
December 18, 2019
This was a short & sweet book. Nora gets stuck in a snow bank and her dream guy rescues her and they fall in love.
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2,682 reviews26 followers
July 23, 2019
Will his secret be the end of them?

This is a really fast read about Wilder and Nora. They both had crushes on each other in high school, but neither one acted on it. Imagine his surprise when he finds Nora crashed in his driveway, during a snowstorm. Will they finally admit their feelings or will the years since school show them it was just a school crush? Grab your copy and see what happens.
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