Dreading the annual family Thanksgiving break, where the inevitable question "why are you still single?" looms, hotshot lawyer Rebecca Madison decides to take matters into her own hands. When a one-night stand with a gorgeous stranger in a bar leads to an opportunity, Becca seizes it – she'll hire the stranger to be her "Mr. Right" for the holidays, per the terms of an iron-clad contract.

Clause 1.a. of the agreement is clear: no kissing, no sex (as mind-blowing as it was), and absolutely no emotional attachment. But as Becca and her hired date find themselves five thousand miles from home, spending every waking moment together, her carefully constructed rules may prove harder to follow than anticipated.

Reader reviews have been overwhelmingly positive, with readers praising the book's irresistible tropes. "Fake dating – check! Grumpy/sunshine (reversed) – check! One bed – check!" exclaims one delighted reader. Others have noted the book's perfect blend of holiday romance and comedic banter, drawing comparisons to popular works like "The Wedding Crasher" by Mia Sosa and "The Spanish Love Deception" by Elena Armas.

"Fake dating is one of my absolute favorite tropes," gushes one reader, "but then ya throw in holiday romance and I'm completely sold... Freaking loved it and I look forward to reading many more books like it from this phenomenal, talented author!"

Another reviewer praises the "grumpy/sunshine aspect" of the story, admitting they "couldn't put it down!" while a third declares it "one of [their] favorite reads of the year."

The consensus among readers is clear: Cassie Connor has delivered a holiday romance that checks all the boxes, from its irresistible tropes to its charming characters and witty dialogue. As one reader succinctly puts it, "This book could have been written for me... I can't wait to read more from this author."

With its perfect blend of romance, humor, and holiday cheer, it's no wonder this book has warmed the hearts of readers, leaving one reviewer to conclude, "A great five-star read... [it] warmed my cold heart."

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