From USA Today Bestselling author Claire Kingsley, the stand-alone small-town/romcom/romantic suspense/Christmas romance you didn't know you needed.Handsome, charismatic, and charming, Jensen Lakes is an enigma in a designer suit. But his playboy reputation is a persona-one of many-that he uses in his unique line of work. A priceless heirloom goes missing right before the holidays, and Jensen is hired to find it. Tracking down the perpetrator will be simple. He'll be in and out before Santa hits chimneys. Natalie Thatcher needs a break. She's a dedicated sister, aunt, and nurse, but her life is no Christmas carol. Between bills, mounting home repairs, and holiday shopping still to be done, most days she feels like a tangled strand of lights.Jensen follows his quarry to Tilikum, and the Christmas-clad town throws him for a loop. As does Natalie. He enlists her aid-who better to help him navigate the local quirks than the captivating woman next door? Despite their chemistry and sizzling banter, love isn't on his Christmas list. Or hers.But as danger mounts, Jensen finds himself in an unexpected position-falling in love with his partner. And when her life is on the line, he'll risk everything to keep her safe.And get her home for Christmas.Author's Note: A handsome charmer falls hard for a sassy small-town girl. Adventure, witty banter, Christmas coziness, and a holiday happily ever after that will leave your heart full.2025 IngramSpark(R) Editorial Selection - Romance