The Humbug Holiday By Lane Hayes -

However, his well-meaning aunts insist he deck the halls, leading him to hire local handyman to handle the repairs and decorations. As it turns out, Joe is the same man Cameron had a memorable one-night stand with not long ago. Both men share a deep-seated dislike for Christmas due to painful past experiences, but as they work together, their mutual "bah-humbug" attitude turns into a genuine connection. Key Characters

: Working on the house repairs and shared holiday tasks forces them into each other's orbits. The Humbug Holiday by Lane Hayes

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. However, his well-meaning aunts insist he deck the

: A reclusive, successful writer who is a "grumpy Scrooge" regarding the holidays. Key Characters : Working on the house repairs

: Set in a cozy New England village where everyone knows each other.

: Unlike the traditional grumpy/sunshine pairing, both leads are initially cynical about the holidays.