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A Cajun Christmas
Bourbon Under Mistletoe
What will it take to make her see that she was made for me?
RYAN
A brush with Clodagh's curves leaves me burning under the mistletoe.
She’s way too young for me.
Too pure, innocent, and totally off-limits.
But when she’s lost and in need of rescue,
I can’t help myself.
She's the one fated to be mine.
I’ll do whatever it takes to protect her
CLODAGH
I can’t trust Ryan.
But the way his possessive gaze drills me and his deep voice makes me shiver...
I can’t trust myself with him either.
Yet when I'm in trouble, Ryan's there to keep me safe.
I can't stop myself falling for the Irishman’s delicious charm.
Hot Christmas treats, seasonal risky business, a kidnap and a rescue, simmered together with a spice of NewOrleans magic.
Curl up with this tale of twists and switchback turns, and a heartwarming Christmas happily ever after.
A Cajun Christmas is a series of seasonal, steamy standalone romances!
Make sure to check out all the books:
** Wild Jazz and Mistletoe by Beatrice Brae
** Beignets and Mistletoe by Lana Love
** Pralines and Mistletoe by Kate Hunt
** Bourbon under Mistletoe by Alice May Ball
** Caroling and Mistletoe by Lauren Milson
ENJOY 🎅
RYAN
A brush with Clodagh's curves leaves me burning under the mistletoe.
She’s way too young for me.
Too pure, innocent, and totally off-limits.
But when she’s lost and in need of rescue,
I can’t help myself.
She's the one fated to be mine.
I’ll do whatever it takes to protect her
CLODAGH
I can’t trust Ryan.
But the way his possessive gaze drills me and his deep voice makes me shiver...
I can’t trust myself with him either.
Yet when I'm in trouble, Ryan's there to keep me safe.
I can't stop myself falling for the Irishman’s delicious charm.
Hot Christmas treats, seasonal risky business, a kidnap and a rescue, simmered together with a spice of NewOrleans magic.
Curl up with this tale of twists and switchback turns, and a heartwarming Christmas happily ever after.
A Cajun Christmas is a series of seasonal, steamy standalone romances!
Make sure to check out all the books:
** Wild Jazz and Mistletoe by Beatrice Brae
** Beignets and Mistletoe by Lana Love
** Pralines and Mistletoe by Kate Hunt
** Bourbon under Mistletoe by Alice May Ball
** Caroling and Mistletoe by Lauren Milson
ENJOY 🎅
97 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 17, 2020
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December 21, 2020🎁 FREE on Amazon today (12/21/2020)! 🎁
January 4, 2021
Brilliant
Brilliant read. Ryan is over seeing the gambling he has going on and spots her looking after the punters the upper class people who have come to gamble their money away. Her name is Clodagh she is too young he is too old and she is his staff member even though they are drawn to each other.
Clodagh tries to remember what has happened when she wakes up Dermot and Brady bundled her into the SUV drive round for ages then talk about auctioning her off.
The auction starts not too well but there is a creep at the front who keeps bidding but the a large bid comes in then a shout from the crowd Clodagh knows that voice the one who has come to save her.
Ryan takes her back to his so he can get her some food and she can get a shower and change but all that happens later when they do sit down and eat Clodagh opens up to Ryan then it all goes wrong and she runs out.
Clodagh can feel his eyes on her then Dermot and Brady come in with guns getting everyone to empty pockets as they take them but she needs to help even though they kidnapped her she can see how it ends up.
Ryan can’t believe how Clodagh got the boys to back down and apologise to him but he needs to talk to Clodagh first he needs her with him and find out what he did or said wrong but also that he loves her when she says it back there is no keeping them apart.
Brilliant read. Ryan is over seeing the gambling he has going on and spots her looking after the punters the upper class people who have come to gamble their money away. Her name is Clodagh she is too young he is too old and she is his staff member even though they are drawn to each other.
Clodagh tries to remember what has happened when she wakes up Dermot and Brady bundled her into the SUV drive round for ages then talk about auctioning her off.
The auction starts not too well but there is a creep at the front who keeps bidding but the a large bid comes in then a shout from the crowd Clodagh knows that voice the one who has come to save her.
Ryan takes her back to his so he can get her some food and she can get a shower and change but all that happens later when they do sit down and eat Clodagh opens up to Ryan then it all goes wrong and she runs out.
Clodagh can feel his eyes on her then Dermot and Brady come in with guns getting everyone to empty pockets as they take them but she needs to help even though they kidnapped her she can see how it ends up.
Ryan can’t believe how Clodagh got the boys to back down and apologise to him but he needs to talk to Clodagh first he needs her with him and find out what he did or said wrong but also that he loves her when she says it back there is no keeping them apart.
December 29, 2020
Ryan runs a hidden gambling room in New Orleans.Clodagh is a student working several odd jobs to pay for her schooling. When a customer is rude to her she makes them wait for their drinks and food while taking care of the ones that are well mannered and tip her. When she goes to leave that night she is snatched off the street. She is taken by the customer she made mad and is to be auctioned off for money for them. When Ryan learns that Clodagh was taken he steps in to rescue her. Sparks fly between them and soon its hard not to give in to temptation. Will Ryan claim her for his own? Can Clodagh see that he's the man for her?
This is an amazing story that will captivate you from beginning to end. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is an amazing story that will captivate you from beginning to end. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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December 24, 2021What will it take to make her see that she was made for me?
RYAN
A brush with Clodagh's curves leaves me burning under the mistletoe.
She’s way too young for me. Too pure, innocent, and totally off-limits.
But when she’s lost and in need of rescue, I can’t help myself.
She's the one fated to be mine.
I’ll do whatever it takes to protect her
CLODAGH
I can’t trust Ryan.
But the way his possessive gaze drills me and his deep voice makes me shiver...
I can’t trust myself with him either.
Yet when I'm in trouble, Ryan's there to keep me safe.
I can't stop myself falling for the Irishman’s delicious charm.
Hot Christmas treats, seasonal risky business, a kidnap and a rescue, simmered together with a spice of NewOrleans magic. Curl up with this tale of twists and switchback turns, and a heartwarming Christmas happily ever after.
RYAN
A brush with Clodagh's curves leaves me burning under the mistletoe.
She’s way too young for me. Too pure, innocent, and totally off-limits.
But when she’s lost and in need of rescue, I can’t help myself.
She's the one fated to be mine.
I’ll do whatever it takes to protect her
CLODAGH
I can’t trust Ryan.
But the way his possessive gaze drills me and his deep voice makes me shiver...
I can’t trust myself with him either.
Yet when I'm in trouble, Ryan's there to keep me safe.
I can't stop myself falling for the Irishman’s delicious charm.
Hot Christmas treats, seasonal risky business, a kidnap and a rescue, simmered together with a spice of NewOrleans magic. Curl up with this tale of twists and switchback turns, and a heartwarming Christmas happily ever after.
December 22, 2020
Ryan runs the best table games in NOLA. He prides himself in running his business in an entertaining but discrete ways. He is consumed by his work so women don't really grab his attention until he literally runs into Clodagh under the mistletoe. She is one of his servers and is very young and innocent but Ryan can't keep his eyes off her. When two customers get too forward with her he steps in to protect her. Later when he found the two idiots kidnap her he comes riding to the rescue.
Clodagh has has no time for men or dating. She is busy trying to get her degree and support herself. She is attracted to her boss but she knows there is no future in it. She is trying to avoid Ryan and the mistletoe but when the two idiot brothers kidnap her her, Ryan comes to rescue her. It is hard to keep her distance from her hero then.
Clodagh has has no time for men or dating. She is busy trying to get her degree and support herself. She is attracted to her boss but she knows there is no future in it. She is trying to avoid Ryan and the mistletoe but when the two idiot brothers kidnap her her, Ryan comes to rescue her. It is hard to keep her distance from her hero then.
December 23, 2020
This is not your usual holiday romance. Ryan and Clodagh's story is filled with suspense, protectiveness, strength, passion and heat that will have you turning the pages.
Ryan operates a back room gambling in New Orleans, with one hard rule, staff does not date clients or other staff, boos included. When he see Clodagh he knows he is in trouble. Clodagh is a hard worker, if she is not picking up shifts, she is studding or in class. Working the room, is helping her through college. The night he works for Ryan all thing change quickly when two guest decide they have other plans and kidnap Clodagh. This story will take you on a ride of twist and turns
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Ryan operates a back room gambling in New Orleans, with one hard rule, staff does not date clients or other staff, boos included. When he see Clodagh he knows he is in trouble. Clodagh is a hard worker, if she is not picking up shifts, she is studding or in class. Working the room, is helping her through college. The night he works for Ryan all thing change quickly when two guest decide they have other plans and kidnap Clodagh. This story will take you on a ride of twist and turns
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 31, 2020
First things first; I like the cover of this book!
Bourbon under mistletoe is a novella in the ‘’Cajun Christmas’’ collection. This story is short, fast paced and an enjoyable read. I read this book in one sitting and was satisfied throughout. I found the writing style easy to follow, the characters likeable and the storyline enjoyable. Ryan isn’t a man to cross. When he meets one of his new waitress’s he wants her but will he claim his woman?
The chemistry between Ryan and Clodagh is clear to see and I liked them together.
I loved how feisty Clodagh was, especially whilst serving.
I really liked the ending and the epilogue for this story.
The storyline for this book is easy to follow and it is an enjoyable read.
Bourbon under mistletoe is a novella in the ‘’Cajun Christmas’’ collection. This story is short, fast paced and an enjoyable read. I read this book in one sitting and was satisfied throughout. I found the writing style easy to follow, the characters likeable and the storyline enjoyable. Ryan isn’t a man to cross. When he meets one of his new waitress’s he wants her but will he claim his woman?
The chemistry between Ryan and Clodagh is clear to see and I liked them together.
I loved how feisty Clodagh was, especially whilst serving.
I really liked the ending and the epilogue for this story.
The storyline for this book is easy to follow and it is an enjoyable read.
December 23, 2020
I received an ARC from the author thru Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving my review. This is a short story full of lust, denial, a little danger, suspense and finally love. Ryan and Clodagh have been dancing around each other and avoiding their feelings. She works for him and is busy trying to get ahead. He is older and feels there must be someone better for her. When she has some trouble he steps in and saves the day. They find that love just cannot be denied. I enjoyed the characters and the storyline
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 6, 2021
Bourbon Under Mistletoe by Alice May Ball is a short sweet,intriguing,steamy with a bit of,suspense,danger and lots of romance. a romance story of Ryan and Clodagh,an older man younger woman romance story that you will love to read..Ryan is a business man who runs a best table game in Nola, Clodagh is a young woman who work hard for her dream to finish her degree and support herself,she doesnt have time for men,but she was attracted to his boss but she knows that theres no future for them but when someone kidnapped her and auctioned her,guest who bought her,her boss and things happened for the best.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 4, 2021
Bourbon Under Mistletoe in New Orleans
Bourbon Under Mistletoe by Alice May Ball is part of the multi-author A Cajun Christmas series. I picked this book up as I have read a number of this author's books previously and was enjoying this series. The story is about Ryan and Clodagh or Clodgagh (as it is spelt both ways in the book) in an older man/younger woman romance. Ryan is all about business and his is gambling in New Orleans. Clodagh is all about putting herself through school and that means working at the same casino that Ryan owns as a server. This story is not quite what I expected and I am going to leave it at that.
Bourbon Under Mistletoe by Alice May Ball is part of the multi-author A Cajun Christmas series. I picked this book up as I have read a number of this author's books previously and was enjoying this series. The story is about Ryan and Clodagh or Clodgagh (as it is spelt both ways in the book) in an older man/younger woman romance. Ryan is all about business and his is gambling in New Orleans. Clodagh is all about putting herself through school and that means working at the same casino that Ryan owns as a server. This story is not quite what I expected and I am going to leave it at that.
December 23, 2020
Alice Marie Ball's contribution to the multi-author A Cajun Christmas series, Bourbon Under Mistletoe, is loaded with intrigue, romance and New Orleans at Christmas. Mob bosses, creole, zydeco...sexual tension between a hot, dangerous older man and an independent, intelligent yet innocent younger woman...A kidnapping. The French Quarter and Christmastime. Ryan and Clodagh have chemistry to burn, and this is a quick, intriguing read.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 23, 2020
Mistletoe, kidnapping, rescuing, danger lurking time will tale. This a tale of two souls that is fated to be together but innocence, naïve, misgiving get in the way as they navigate though the turmoil with bumps and bruises. Phenomenal story! Characters that you can feel in your heart. A storyline that keeps you on the edge of your seat and glued to your kindle! As the main characters deal with the harsh reality. A must read. Grab your copy today and start reading. Enjoy happy reading 📚
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October 27, 2021
A waitress, Clodagh works an illegal gaming room in New Orleans for Ryan Gibson. He was several years older than Clodagh, but the moment he walked in seeing her working the floor, he knew, he was in trouble. Due to the no fraternization rule, Ryan tried to stay away from Clodagh, until there was some problems with the sons of rival club when they kidnap Clodagh. A fast moving story with lots of action adventures.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 18, 2020
I thought that this was a great book. I really like Ryan and Clodagh. I really enjoyed the twits and turns that this book took as well as the action in it. The connection and chemistry between Ryan and Clodagh was great. I really liked that this book was a little bit dark but still had a great HEA. I would recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 21, 2020
There were parts that worked for me and parts that didn't. I downloaded the extra content to see if I could make sense of the ending as the ending didn't really work for me. There was drama, passion, chemistry, connection, family, friends and some good character strengths in this story, it just didn't completely flow/work for me personally.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 21, 2020
Fun, steamy, fast paced read with a little holiday twist. Alice May Ball is great at writing compelling older, alpha tough guys, whether bratva or, as in this case, Irish mob. I liked Ryan and Clodagh, they were interesting, but it took too long to figure Clodagh out. Ryan gets to flex his alpha muscles by protecting and taking care of Clodagh. Overall a satisfying read.
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
December 22, 2020
I wasn't feeling it . . .
Ryan wants Clodagh but feels she is too young for him. Yet he will protect her. Clodagh feels she cannot trust Ryan, yet he is the one who is there for her when she needs him and he will keep her safe. Will she fall for him?
I didn’t really feel the chemistry between these two. But that could just be my perspective with the mob environment. Grab your copy and see if they decide to be together.
Ryan wants Clodagh but feels she is too young for him. Yet he will protect her. Clodagh feels she cannot trust Ryan, yet he is the one who is there for her when she needs him and he will keep her safe. Will she fall for him?
I didn’t really feel the chemistry between these two. But that could just be my perspective with the mob environment. Grab your copy and see if they decide to be together.
December 22, 2020
It’s a tale of twists and turns alright. Clodagh and Ryan are resisting the attraction between them but anywhere they turn they can’t help but be drawn to each other, literally and figuratively, like magnets. Their attract and repel became a dance for them.
Clodagh is not just any ordinary waitress, she is just the right woman for Ryan.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Clodagh is not just any ordinary waitress, she is just the right woman for Ryan.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 22, 2020
This was a short holiday romance. Ryan and Clodagh had obvious chemistry together and it was pretty steamy. Add in some drunk bumbling fools and there is some action to keep it entertaining. It was an enjoyable read, though to me, it really didnt delve too deep into either of the characters' feelings.
I received a free advanced review copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my fair and honest opinion.
I received a free advanced review copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my fair and honest opinion.
December 22, 2020
Bourbon Under Mistletoe by Alice May Ball was an amazing story that once I began reading I could not stop. I read it in one session. Ryan and Clodagh had intense chemistry that he thought he could resist. But when he learns she has been taken he is determined to protect her and claim her. Of course it being set in New Orleans was a major plus for me. I will definitely be reading more books from this talented author.
December 26, 2020
Ryan is running his business when he runs into one of employees under the mistletoe. Then he cannot keep his eyes off Clodagh. Then when she is in danger he comes to her rescue. This is a warm, sweet, holiday romance. The characters are wonderful and the story flows really well. I enjoyed this book very much. It is on the short side but that is okay because you get a full story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 21, 2020
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Clodagh is a very strong character. While she may be young, she is a perfect foil for Ryan. It just takes Ryan a bit to accept this. The attraction between them was never in doubt. Once Ryan accepts Clodagh as the special woman she is, they make the perfect team.
December 22, 2020
This is a part of a multi author world all set in New Orleans over Christmas
Ryan is a member of the Irish Mafia and when he sees Clodagh he wants her but he knows he is to old for her and his world is to dangerous for her. Clodagh is attracted to him as well but doesn't know if she can trust him But when she needs help he is the one that stand up for her Can they have a future together
Ryan is a member of the Irish Mafia and when he sees Clodagh he wants her but he knows he is to old for her and his world is to dangerous for her. Clodagh is attracted to him as well but doesn't know if she can trust him But when she needs help he is the one that stand up for her Can they have a future together
December 22, 2020
A captivating page turner in the Cajun Christmas series! The story line is fast pace, exciting, engaging, emotionally deep, funny, and well written with drama, intrigue, angst, suspense, and air of mystery. Believable characters; the chemistry between them is instant and hot! Definitely recommended!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 17, 2020
Dark, brooding story
This is different from the others in the series. It's dark, brooding, and a bit violent. It's all behind closed doors illegal parlor games, with a classy feel. The book needs some editing.
This is different from the others in the series. It's dark, brooding, and a bit violent. It's all behind closed doors illegal parlor games, with a classy feel. The book needs some editing.
December 22, 2020
Exciting and Hot
This story has lots of heat and some suspense. It is also very sweet in that older man, younger woman romance way. I loved the setting in New Orleans and having lived there before, I know it was realistic.
This story has lots of heat and some suspense. It is also very sweet in that older man, younger woman romance way. I loved the setting in New Orleans and having lived there before, I know it was realistic.
December 22, 2020
This has some twists and turns that may keep you on edge. I love the older man, younger woman trope and that added another obstacle here. The story moves quickly and has steam and some romance although it did take me a while to actually feel the chemistry between the characters.
December 23, 2020
ARC Review I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Ryan Gibson has parlor games a gambling hall when clodgash a employee starts working for him he may have to break all is rules . Awesome story
December 23, 2020
A great exciting story with lots of heat and suspense. Short read that once I started reading it I couldn't put the book down. Great storyline and Ryan and Clodagh had great chemistry. I received an ARC copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 23, 2020
Part of the Christmas Curves, Heat in the Quarter series a well written short story, Ryan and Clodagh have some strong chemistry. I enjoyed reading. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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