Unforgettable Christmas Cocoa Craziness: A Merry Mix of Holiday Romances

Christmas has a way of finding people who have stopped looking for miracles.From snowy Pemberley and rugged Alaska to a tropical cruise, cozy villages, second chances, unexpected families, and animals with opinions of their own, these holiday romances prove that Christmas magic can find any heart—sometimes in the craziest possible way.MR. DARCY'S CHRISTMAS STRAYSRachelle AyalaElizabeth Darcy wants only a quiet Christmas and the safe arrival of her unborn child. Instead, a mysterious boy and his mischievous puppy arrive at Pemberley—bringing secrets, chaos, and an unexpected chance to heal. KIT KRINGLE: AN ALASKAN TALEDani HavilandKay came to Alaska to build a business, not fall in love. But a quiet mechanic, a feral cat named Yardley, and one unforgettable winter have other plans. ALOHA TO LOVEJosie RivieraA screenwriter boards a Hawaii-bound Christmas cruise to repair her screenplay with the volcanologist who criticized it. She expects arguments and deadlines—not tropical romance with the one man determined to get every detail right. THE ID BIRDLark LonestarA widowed pet-shop owner is struggling to save his business when a lonely woman begins stopping by for crickets—and conversation. Unfortunately for Horace, his African Grey parrot has heard every private thought he's had about her and is eager to repeat them. SWEPT INTO SHANGRI-LASusan Jean RicciAfter another betrayal, Sylvie searches for an affordable refuge where she can rebuild her life before Christmas. Her tiny new "e;she-cave"e; offers surprising neighbors, unexpected complications, and the possibility of a love she thought she had lost forever. ONCE UPON A CHRISTMASDenise DevineReturning home to restore a long-neglected tavern wasn't part of Ashton's plan. Neither was reconnecting with the man she left behind—but Christmas in West Loon Bay has a way of making old dreams feel possible again. NOELLE'S GAMBITSusanne MatthewsNoelle Canton refuses to let the sale of her family's inn destroy the town's final Christmas Extravaganza. To save the celebration, she must outmaneuver a corporate troubleshooter whose familiar face may be hiding the biggest secret of all.Filled with laughter, hope, healing, and happily-ever-afters, this is the perfect collection to enjoy with a cup of cocoa—marshmallows optional.