Three things I know about Ryder Blackwood:

1. He's my brother's best friend (off-limits)
2. He's leaving after Christmas (temporary)
3. He's the only man I've ever loved (problem)

When Connor asks Ryder to stay with us for the holidays, I convince myself I'm over my childhood crush. I'm not fifteen anymore. I can handle being around him without falling apart.

Turns out, I was very, very wrong.

His tattoos on display when he forgets about the shared bathroom. The way he plays with my niece like he's meant to be part of this family. How he looks at me like I'm the only person in the room.

When the tension finally breaks, we agree to keep it secret. Just until he leaves. Just between us.

But I've spent my whole life waiting to be chosen. Playing it safe. Settling for crumbs of affection.

Not anymore.

This Christmas, I'm fighting for what I want. Even if it costs me everything.

Brother's Best Friend • Secret Romance • Small Town Holiday Magic • Steamy & Emotional

Welcome to Pine Hollow's Christmas holiday season, where two NHL players discover that the best holiday magic happens off the ice.

Ice, Ice, Maybe and Nice, Nice, Naughty are companion novels that can be read in any order. Each book is a complete standalone romance, but together they paint the full picture of one unforgettable Christmas in small-town Vermont. Expect overlapping timelines, cameo appearances, and twice the holiday romance!

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