She never expected to have to hide out for the holiday season in the heart of the south, but then again, Haley Quick never expected her ex to want her dead either. But life is full of surprises and she’s in Point Hope, Alabama where her Grinch-self is sticking out like a sore thumb among a town one extra crazy for the holidays. Sheriff Spencer Lane can’t believe his luck as the most beautiful, fascinating woman he’s ever seen has just dropped into this life like a gift from the big guy in red. But as an ex Navy Seal, he knows that Haley’s hiding something and he knows how to be very, very naughty.

Be prepared to get very warm indeed with One Hot Holiday…or should I say one sexy sheriff? Haley and Spencer are two strong, captivating with some fiery chemistry right from the start but with Haley running from her past so there’s plenty of resistance as well. The sheriff is protective and ready to be naughty in several different ways (LOL) but Haley isn’t really a push over and she could be just as feisty and protective.

The plot is fast paced, full of holiday cheer and shenanigans as well as excitement and suspense as the bad guys come to town in search of Haley. So along with a few laughs and lots of red hot passion, there is some twists and turns to keeps readers on their toes and ensures that this romance is one spicy read that makes their toes curl in delight.

Holy mistletoe…this was one crazy, danger filled, wildly romantic holiday read!

When Haley arrives in Pointe Hope to hide out, the last thing she wanted was to land on the local sheriff’s radar. But she’s more than on Spencer’s radar, she immediately captures not only his desire but his suspicions. Haley Quick is running and fortunately, she’s run right into Spencer Lane’s life.

Haley isn’t a kick tail heroine. Her strength comes from a past that is determined to catch up to her. As her relationship with Spencer grows and she fears that she may have brought trouble to him and his town, she continues to grow until she’s able to do exactly what’s needed to keep herself and the man who has captured her heart safe. I loved that she was soft and sweet while also fierce, loyal and determined.

Spencer is absolutely perfect. A little rough around the edges, he isn’t one for flowy words. But when it comes to protecting Haley he knows exactly what he needs to do. With a bit of jealous possessiveness to color his character, he was everything I love in a hero. Of course, I tend to fall in love with every one of this author’s heroes. It’s a thing.

This story is layered with danger at every turn and all of it laced with the growing emotions of both Haley and Spencer. Their chemistry is believable and watching their relationship develop was pure enjoyment. The steam between them was enough to melt the polar ice cap and have me tossing off my comfy sofa blanket and switching from hot cocoa to iced tea. Add in plenty of quick, sharp one liners and a list of characters that had me laughing and then longing for more of them, and you’ve got one perfect Christmas treat in your hands.