Recommendations based on "Hot for the Holidays"

The Nutcracker and Edwardian-Era England combine to weave a magical tale of love and friendship at Christmastime.As the beloved stepdaughter of the Earl of Castleton, Lady Mariah Lyons cherishes her home at Plumford Manor, but her idyllic world will be threatened when the estate passes to Cyril Lightbourne, a childhood friend she hasn't seen or heard from in years. Once, Mariah dreamed their friendship would kindle into something more, but that was before she heard Cyril was courting the cruelhearted Lady Pearl. Now Mariah is willing to welcome him as a friend and pray he will be the heir her stepfather needs, but she'll keep her heart locked safely away from anyone with such poor taste.Cyril Lightbourne has long avoided returning to Plumford Manor, yet he reluctantly arrives in time for Christmas. When his friendship with Lady Mariah reignites, he finds himself caught between his affection for her and her family's misunderstanding of his attachment to Lady Pearl. Then, more trouble arrives in the form of a Danish lord on a mission to win Mariah's hand by Christmas. Will the magic of the holiday season help lead to the discovery of true love, or will duty to country leave all longing for what could have been?"So many delightful layers to this tale, along with intriguing characters and beautiful descriptions. . . . It really puts you in the mood for Christmas."--Melody Carlson, author of The Christmas Tree Farm and A Royal Christmas"Sugar plums, gingerbread, and all the Christmasy feels go into this charming holiday romance."--Michelle Griep, Christy Award-winning author of Once Upon a Dickens Christmas

Travel Together Tour Manager Eve Mitchell is planning a quiet Christmas at home to rest and relax before celebrating an extra-special New Year. But she soon unexpectedly finds herself in the depths of the Essex countryside looking after a singles' group which contains some old, familiar faces and some pleasant - and not so pleasant - new ones. With its country walks, quizzes, disco and black-tie ball, the Christmas and Twixmas Break passes quickly, but just as they think it's all over the plot takes a twist and we learn some dark secrets...

Love is the real magic ... Alex Barrow’s whole life just imploded—partner, home, job, all gone in forty-eight hours. Now, he’s back in his hometown, opening the bakery he’s always dreamed of. But the pleasure of opening day is nothing compared to the beautiful man who bewitches Alex. Corbin Wale is a weirdo—he’s heard it his whole life. Yes, he’s often in a fantasy world, but the things he feels are very real. And so is the reason why he can never be with Alex. Even if Alex is everything he’s always fantasized about. Even if maybe Corbin is Alex’s fantasy too. When Corbin begins working at the bakery, he and Alex can't deny their connection. As the holidays work their magic, Alex yearns for the man who seems out of reach. But to be with Alex, Corbin will have to challenge every truth he’s ever known. If his holiday risk pays off, two men from different worlds will get the love they've always longed for. The Remaking of Corbin Wale is a magical holiday romance that is an M/M romance take on Practical Magic. What readers are saying: "This is a book I'll love forever and read a thousand times." —Just Love Reviews "Roan Parrish graces us with literary storytelling that is unique and utterly captivating." —Sinfully

There's nowhere better to spend the holidays than with New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery in the town of Fool's Gold, where love is always waiting to be unwrapped… Noelle Perkins just got a second chance at life, and she intends to make the most of every minute. That's why she ditched a frustrating legal career to open her own store in Fool's Gold, California. The Christmas Attic celebrates everything that's magical about her favorite season. Business is booming, and as a bonus, gorgeous army doctor Gabriel Boylan has offered to help out during the holiday rush. Gabriel's memories of Christmas past contain more sour grapes than sugar plums, thanks to a drill sergeant father who ran his home like a boot camp. Spending the holidays with his family while he recuperates from injury sounds as appetizing as last year's eggnog. Still, there are some enjoyable distractions in town, including sunny, sexy Noelle…and the red-hot mistletoe kisses they can't stop sharing. Gabriel didn't think he was made for happily-ever-afters. But when fate hands you a love as sweet and surprising as this, only a fool could refuse….

This classic and timeless Christmas devotional brings together stories, devotional readings, scripture passages and prayers in a delightfully illustrated format that is perfect for family time together during the holiday season.Features contributions from a wide variety of well-known Christian authors including Billy Graham, Max Lucado, Frederick Buechner, Annie Dillard, Calvin Miller, Ken Gire, Greg Laurie, Jim Bishop, Madeleine L'Engle, Eugene Peterson, R.C. Sproul, William Barclay, Walter Wangerin, Jr, and more, with interior and packaging designed by the award winning team at David Uttley Design.Families will love the unique features of this special Advent book. Each day includes scripture readings, sidebar stories, prayers, quotes, and unique facts about Christmas, making this perfect for all parents and kids of all ages.Start a Christmas tradition with your family this year as you rediscover the real meaning of Christmas.

Just one night. No strings. That was the deal. Until this Christmas.Photographer Trish never planned to hook up with her best friend’s boyfriend’s friend in the linen closet at a castle party. But the rugged single dad who made her knees buckle and the shelves rattle? Hard to regret and even harder to forget.Now winter’s rolled in, and Trish is back in the Scottish Highlands to shoot festive photos – definitely not because she can’t stop thinking about Jack. Constantly.Postman Jack’s life is chaos enough. Three kids, a nosy village, and a messy divorce. Relationships? Hard pass. But with Trish back in Kilcranach, their one-night stand turns into daily run-ins, lingering looks, and an attraction he can’t shake.She’s a nerdy perfectionist with big dreams. He’s a commitment-phobic small-town postie. As the town’s Christmas magic kicks in, their fling becomes the worst-kept secret in Scotland. And they’re falling faster than the snowflakes.But can they risk their hearts – and their closest friendships – on a love that was never meant to happen?A cosy & spicy holiday romance featuring:- A nerdy perfectionist heroine- A single dad of 3- A not-so-secret one-night stand- Found family and Highland festivities- Viral Santa photos- Big banter and even bigger heatLove in the Scottish Christmas Village is packed with festive Highland charm and enough heat to melt the frost off your windows. It’s book 5 in the ‘Escape to Scotland’-series, where every steamy romance stands alone and whisks you straight to Scotland.Love small-town antics, sexy Santa mishaps, and slow-burn heat? Your perfect holiday read awaits in the Scottish Highlands!

Reunited in paradise ... Arriving in Laos, Dr Ellie Thompson is determined to look to the future. The last thing she expects is to come face-to-face with her past, in the shape of her one-time best friend Dr Luca Chirsky -- or to find him so very attractive!Luca knows first-hand that love doesn't last, and he won't surrender his emotions to anyone. But after four years apart he's looking at Ellie with new eyes. And this time he knows that one Christmas kiss will never be enough ...

She wants to settle in for good. But she never expects this holiday hurdle… Inheriting her beloved aunt’s farm feels like coming home for Katie Schwartz. Unfortunately, it means sharing the farm with handsome—and irritating—Amish widower and daed Levi Miller. Compromise feels almost impossible. But this property isn’t quite the Christmas gift they expected. Now they’ll have to work together to save their inheritance…and the love they didn’t see coming. From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.

FRAME-UP Someone has framed Darci Tucker for embezzlement--and she's pretty sure it's her boss. The real criminal will do anything to make sure she doesn't talk, from breaking into her home to hacking her computer. Her only hope for regaining control, and protecting her young son from danger, is Conner Stevenson. Desperate for answers about his sister's sudden disappearance, Conner is determined to uncover why the bookkeeper was named a target. Now Darci and her son have become pawns in a deadly game, and as Conner races to protect them, he finds he wants more than justice. He may want a family for Christmas after all...if they live that long.

Maggie O'Brien is thrilled when she lands a starring role on the Digital Vampire Network's hottest soap opera, As the Vampire Turns. Doesn't hurt that her leading man is Don Orlando de Corazon, the greatest lover in the vampire world! But who is Don Orlando really? Nobody knows, not even Don Orlando. As the couple sets out in search of his mysterious past, "home for the holidays" takes on a new meaning when the recently-turned vamp discovers his own Christmas miracle.