Romanceaholics, get ready to deck your halls with drama, danger, and a sprinkle of steamy enchantment, because Avery Gale’s The Christmas Painting is here to redefine what holiday magic means. The first novella in her Enchanted Holidays series is part ghost story, part romance, and all the holiday vibes you never knew you needed.
Adilei Kent (Adi) is having a no-good, terrible year. First, she loses her job. Then, her father’s death drags her back to Boston to sell the family mansion, only to find herself thrust into a Victorian-era battle between good and evil. Oh, and that imaginary friend she used to chat with as a kid? Turns out, he’s very real, very powerful, and very not imaginary.
What starts as a house sale quickly spirals into a whirlwind of time-travel, danger, and romance. Adi must navigate this magical mess to save herself and uncover long-buried secrets about her family’s past.
Why you’ll love it
- Time-Traveling Christmas Cheer: Victorian Boston is as atmospheric as a snow-dusted postcard, but with a dark, magical twist that keeps the stakes high and the pages turning.
- A Heroine with Sass: Adi isn’t just a damsel in distress. She’s clever, resourceful, and more than ready to take on the supernatural chaos swirling around her.
- A (Very Hot) Imaginary Friend: Let’s just say, when your childhood “imaginary friend” turns out to be a swoon-worthy protector with a dangerous edge, you don’t complain. The chemistry is off the charts!
- High-Stakes Drama: From life-or-death battles to steamy moments that heat up the frosty backdrop, this novella delivers it all.
The Christmas Painting is a sexy, suspenseful holiday escape that blends time travel, magic, and romance into a glittering gift of a novella. It’s short, sweet, and spicy, and it’s the perfect read for a cozy night in.
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Romanceaholics, would you let an imaginary friend sweep you off your feet? Or would the Victorian vibes have you running for the hills? Let’s chat in the comments!
