: A capable, local carpenter and "sexy silver fox" who is deeply embedded in the Fallbrook community. Themes & Tropes
: Unlike the traditional grumpy/sunshine pairing, both leads are initially cynical about the holidays.
Reviewers from Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words and LoveBytes Reviews praise the book for being a "feel-good," quick read with authentic, mature characters. It is noted for its low angst and "off the charts" chemistry between the leads. The Humbug Holiday by Lane Hayes
by Lane Hayes is a heartwarming M/M contemporary holiday romance released in December 2022 . It tells a low-angst story of two "grumpy bears" who find love while trying to avoid the festive chaos of the season. Plot Summary
: Working on the house repairs and shared holiday tasks forces them into each other's orbits. : A capable, local carpenter and "sexy silver
: Set in a cozy New England village where everyone knows each other.
Famous mystery author has escaped the hustle and notoriety of Los Angeles to hide away in a run-down Victorian mansion in the picturesque small town of Fallbrook, Vermont. His goal is simple: avoid his family, ignore the holidays, and finish his next book. It is noted for its low angst and
: Features mature protagonists who bring life experience and perspective to their relationship.