While We Were Shopping

by Karla Brandenburg

A boss on the wrong side of the ocean.A coworker separated from his family.A woman on a mission, becauseEveryone should love Christmas. Right? Web designer, Cady Spencer, is itching for more responsibility at work, but her Grinch-like boss can't even remember her name. She sets out on a campaign to make sure he knows who she is, and decides to buy him gifts for the twelve days of Christmas, from his "Secret Santa," with the big reveal on Christmas Eve. Surely there's a real person hiding inside her unapproachable boss—I mean who doesn't love Christmas?—and she's just the person to ferret that person out.Shepherd Hart harbors a secret crush on Cady. He hates his job, can't find any redeeming qualities in their jerk of a boss, and wants to start his own company, but he isn't good with risk. When the boss throws Shep and Cady onto a project with a short deadline, the long hours should give Shep the chance to tell Cady how he feels. But why is she buying gifts for the boss?

230 pages, Paperback

Published November 5, 2019

About the author

Karla Brandenburg is an award-winning author of contemporary romance novels which include paranormal elements. Now that her children have settled into lives of their own, she loves to go out into the world on adventures with her husband, from Milwaukee to the French Riviera, but the Chicago suburbs have always been “home.” She is an avid reader across multiple genres and is a card-carrying cookie-holic (we all have our vices). Sign up for her newsletter

Reviews

[Bobbi Nevens · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was fortunate enough to get an advanced copy of this book, and I absolutely loved it! Working in Technology myself, I was immediately drawn to the story. No worries, it’s not solely about Technology, but more about the people, their interests - personal and professional and how they intertwine with each other during the upcoming Holiday Season. It’s about families and the traditions that are very important to them. By the Author’s excellent writing skills, you are right there with each one of them, strolling through town, shopping for special gifts, sipping cider or hot chocolate, singing christmas carols etc. The book was so warm and inviting, that I couldn’t put it down! Please, buy this book and judge for yourself! I promise, you won’t be disappointed :-)

[Penny Leidecker · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you’re needing a Christmas story to read to get you in the Christmas spirit, this sweet, clean read will hit the spot. This is the story of Cady and Shep. They work together and he’s wanted to ask her out for a while. Cady just wants to do more than set up web pages. She really wants to develop apps. Will she get her wish? Will Shep get the girl or will the new, English boss get her? No spoilers, so grab your copy and see what happens.

[Paula · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the cover of this book. I loved Shep and grew to like Cady. It's a romance - eventually - but also about really learning about yourself and opening your eyes to what is really happening. The angst was frustrating but the author did a great job bringing an ending that I loved.

[Hope Gerhardstein · Rating 4 out of 5]

I got a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. I did enjoy the book and the budding romance between Cade and Seth. They are both kind hearted characters who try to please others to their own detriment. Good job on the editing. I just had a little trouble during scene changes. I think they didn’t occur very smoothly. I have no IT experience but it was easy to figure out the things they were working on. Heart warming Christmas story.

[Loretta · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cady Spencer working at Apps International wants to be promoted but her boss keeps over looking her. She works along with Shep and when they get a new boss she tries to win him over to get the promotion but only gets more involved with Shep that leads to a good ending.

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed it. First book I have read of this author's and I will definitely read more.