Tessa Monroe lives for Christmas. As Blossom Willows’ beloved event planner, she’s determined to make this year’s holiday festival at the Ridge Event Barn the most magical yet. But when her stage builder backs out last minute, she’s left with one option: Nick Evans—the town’s resident grump, a quiet carpenter with a scowl for every snowflake.

Nick has zero interest in mistletoe, merrymaking, or the Willow Bean Café gossip mill. He’s just here to get the stage built, not get tangled up in fairy lights or holiday spirit. But Tessa’s warmth is impossible to ignore, and despite his best efforts, Nick finds himself drawn to the sunshine-bright woman who refuses to let him hide behind his walls.

As falling snow, late-night confessions, and an unexpected kitten melt Nick’s frosty heart, Tessa starts to wonder if the holidays might deliver more than just a successful festival. Maybe—just maybe—they’re both about to discover that love is the best kind of Christmas magic.

A sweet, body-positive, grumpy-sunshine romance set in the heart of Blossom Willows—full of charm, heart, and a happily ever after.

Tropes included:
✨ Grumpy / sunshine
🏡 Small-town romance (Blossom Willows)
🎄 Holiday magic
🛠️ Forced proximity / working together
🐾 Rescue kitten moment
💞 Emotional healing & vulnerability
💋 Slow-burn, kisses-only romance
💍 HEA with a heart-melting proposal