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Oh, Christmas Fling
Strangers, but not really.
Lovers, but not really.
Toe-curling, back-bending, make-you-holla sex whenever it’s possible. Oh, yes, really!
Jeremy
I am single, hard-working, date-aversive, and sexy – according to the ladies. My recent ascent to the helm of my parents’ hotel corporation means that I have little time for frivolous encounters. Critics already peg me as too young for such responsibility, so keeping my name out of the papers in unsavory lights is a necessity. I’m too busy for personal entanglements. I don’t have time for love. Then, one cold night in Alaska happens and changes everything.
Carlee
I have a ridiculously attractive boss. So I’ve heard. I tend to not notice things like that about upper management. I am committed to my job. I’m respected by my peers and colleagues. I keep a clean, professional approach to my career. I want to excel on my own merit. I travel for the Masters Hotel Group as an interventionist, and my work is memorable. Apparently, so is my body. When Jeremy Masters opens his door covering his damp body with nothing but a towel, my world turns upside down.
A Christmas Fling Hot Enough to Stop Winter
Everyone knows that sex between employers and employees is an astounding No! What do you do, though, when the boss makes you feel like the sexiest bombshell who ever lived? What do you do when your employee keeps you up at night wishing that she was under you just one more time? What do you do when it’s so good, you just keep coming back?
When things begin to unravel and threaten to destroy what we’ve built with our careers, we must decide whether a Christmas fling is just a fling or the greatest gift either one of us could receive.
Lovers, but not really.
Toe-curling, back-bending, make-you-holla sex whenever it’s possible. Oh, yes, really!
Jeremy
I am single, hard-working, date-aversive, and sexy – according to the ladies. My recent ascent to the helm of my parents’ hotel corporation means that I have little time for frivolous encounters. Critics already peg me as too young for such responsibility, so keeping my name out of the papers in unsavory lights is a necessity. I’m too busy for personal entanglements. I don’t have time for love. Then, one cold night in Alaska happens and changes everything.
Carlee
I have a ridiculously attractive boss. So I’ve heard. I tend to not notice things like that about upper management. I am committed to my job. I’m respected by my peers and colleagues. I keep a clean, professional approach to my career. I want to excel on my own merit. I travel for the Masters Hotel Group as an interventionist, and my work is memorable. Apparently, so is my body. When Jeremy Masters opens his door covering his damp body with nothing but a towel, my world turns upside down.
A Christmas Fling Hot Enough to Stop Winter
Everyone knows that sex between employers and employees is an astounding No! What do you do, though, when the boss makes you feel like the sexiest bombshell who ever lived? What do you do when your employee keeps you up at night wishing that she was under you just one more time? What do you do when it’s so good, you just keep coming back?
When things begin to unravel and threaten to destroy what we’ve built with our careers, we must decide whether a Christmas fling is just a fling or the greatest gift either one of us could receive.
- GenresContemporaryChristmas
143 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 25, 2018
About the author
Francesca Penn
32 books157 followersFrancesca Penn lives in Texas with her husband and son. While obtaining her Technical Writing degree, a creative writing course and play-writing elective reawakened her desire to create stories. Her brain lives in fiction; even the songs she listens to become music videos in her head.
When she is not writing, she can be found hounding her loved ones with multiple "What-if" scenarios. As a true closet romantic, she is prone to filling up her DVR with Hallmark movies. A friend once told her that she'd trained the whole 20 plus years she'd known her to write romance since her nose was always in a love story.
Francesca believes that love is colorblind and plans to provide a mix of couples of different races and ethnicities because - to her - men are like Skittles, and we all know their motto.
When she is not writing, she can be found hounding her loved ones with multiple "What-if" scenarios. As a true closet romantic, she is prone to filling up her DVR with Hallmark movies. A friend once told her that she'd trained the whole 20 plus years she'd known her to write romance since her nose was always in a love story.
Francesca believes that love is colorblind and plans to provide a mix of couples of different races and ethnicities because - to her - men are like Skittles, and we all know their motto.
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March 19, 2019
Great Read
I really enjoyed Carlee and Remy's story. They were a cute couple with great chemistry. This was my first time reading something from this author and it definitely won't be the last.
I really enjoyed Carlee and Remy's story. They were a cute couple with great chemistry. This was my first time reading something from this author and it definitely won't be the last.
October 28, 2020
Smut on the very first page because they had a hook up months ago. Cute Christmas novella. Really enjoyed it. Just a little more angst than I tend to prefer.
January 16, 2019
The dynamic between Remy and Carlee was crazy! Remy wasn’t the typical rich guy who slings the d all around town. In fact, he was that dude who is too busy with work to fool with women, so he used his own devices to satisfy his carnal urges. That is until he found himself face to face with a scantily clad Carlee in his hotel room when he was fresh out of the shower and wrapped in a small towel. Then all bets were off.
The initial seduction was sexy and alluring. Carlee couldn’t resist if she wanted to. Well, she pretended like she wanted to, but the pull was too great. It took this couple a very long time to even get back together for a second go around, even though they work in the same building. I must say they both have more restraint than I possess. If a man puts it down on me like Remy did, you better believe he’s getting a text, smoke signals or something.
Anyway, I am happy they finally figured things out. More so Carlee than Remy. He knew what he wanted, but she had to agree. I appreciate the fact that she didn’t just give in so easily. Good story. Very enjoyable read.
The initial seduction was sexy and alluring. Carlee couldn’t resist if she wanted to. Well, she pretended like she wanted to, but the pull was too great. It took this couple a very long time to even get back together for a second go around, even though they work in the same building. I must say they both have more restraint than I possess. If a man puts it down on me like Remy did, you better believe he’s getting a text, smoke signals or something.
Anyway, I am happy they finally figured things out. More so Carlee than Remy. He knew what he wanted, but she had to agree. I appreciate the fact that she didn’t just give in so easily. Good story. Very enjoyable read.
October 28, 2020
Great Story....Again!
I read the first book in this pair...Piping Piper first. Remi and Carlee were featured and I wanted to see how they met. There were some similarities...the couples were connected by their jobs at Remy’s hotel group and both couples had a one nightstand but under different circumstances. I was surprised that Reid and Piper didn’t appear. Remy was not looking for love and didn’t really recognize it until it was almost too late. Carlee was cautious about being with Remy since as she put it....he was her boss’ boss’ boss’ boss or something like that.
A fired employee (didn’t see that one coming) blackmailed Remy about his relationship with Carlee and Remy said all the wrong things. He had to do a bit of groveling AND dating other people before he could make it right. With me, he earned serious brownie points when he explained why his Christmas 🎄 was still up in April. And can I say again how awesome the side characters are? At least I don’t have to wait to read Jason’s story!!!!
So gooooooood!!!!
I read the first book in this pair...Piping Piper first. Remi and Carlee were featured and I wanted to see how they met. There were some similarities...the couples were connected by their jobs at Remy’s hotel group and both couples had a one nightstand but under different circumstances. I was surprised that Reid and Piper didn’t appear. Remy was not looking for love and didn’t really recognize it until it was almost too late. Carlee was cautious about being with Remy since as she put it....he was her boss’ boss’ boss’ boss or something like that.
A fired employee (didn’t see that one coming) blackmailed Remy about his relationship with Carlee and Remy said all the wrong things. He had to do a bit of groveling AND dating other people before he could make it right. With me, he earned serious brownie points when he explained why his Christmas 🎄 was still up in April. And can I say again how awesome the side characters are? At least I don’t have to wait to read Jason’s story!!!!
So gooooooood!!!!
December 11, 2020
HiThe cover is self explanatory🔥🔥🔥
First time I believe I have seen a cover of a book perfectly embody the story. This was hot hot hot from start to finish. To say that Remy and Carlee's chemistry was sizzling is an understatement. Following along at the moments you could feel them falling in love, especially during the Christmas decorations and dance. Introducing Jason in to the fold was so fun and I can't wait to read more about him. This was a really good read, I enjoyed it so much.
First time I believe I have seen a cover of a book perfectly embody the story. This was hot hot hot from start to finish. To say that Remy and Carlee's chemistry was sizzling is an understatement. Following along at the moments you could feel them falling in love, especially during the Christmas decorations and dance. Introducing Jason in to the fold was so fun and I can't wait to read more about him. This was a really good read, I enjoyed it so much.
December 29, 2018
Love it!
Prologue was HOT 🔥! You find yourself wondering when they got back to where they left off, would there be "the talk" about their relationship status. Mark, a former employee, is a true a-hole that didn't care about who he hurt to get what he wanted from Remy to support his drug habit. Carlee is hilarious especially the deck scene. I will leave it at that. Read the story. That was one of my favorite part. Overall I loved it!
Prologue was HOT 🔥! You find yourself wondering when they got back to where they left off, would there be "the talk" about their relationship status. Mark, a former employee, is a true a-hole that didn't care about who he hurt to get what he wanted from Remy to support his drug habit. Carlee is hilarious especially the deck scene. I will leave it at that. Read the story. That was one of my favorite part. Overall I loved it!
February 1, 2019
This is Carlee and Jeremy's story. I read book 2 first and enjoyed it so much I wanted to read any other books by this author. This too was a good read. I love how this author makes her stories about the couples and their issues and does not involve all the secondary characters up into their business. She is an engaging and interesting read. I look forward to Read Dex's and Carly's story. I would highly recommend this author and her stories.
April 27, 2019
GOOD GOOD GOOD!!!!!
That was a beautiful read, I can't believe it takes him eight months after such a fantastic weekend of epic sex to never even speak to her when she works for him and in the same building!!! Wow, Remy has a lot of self control and so is Carlee ... Anyway, they are fantastic together!
In a way Mark's "assholeness" help them, mostly Remy get his shit together.
I love Ron, hopefully Ron will have his own story.
That was a beautiful read, I can't believe it takes him eight months after such a fantastic weekend of epic sex to never even speak to her when she works for him and in the same building!!! Wow, Remy has a lot of self control and so is Carlee ... Anyway, they are fantastic together!
In a way Mark's "assholeness" help them, mostly Remy get his shit together.
I love Ron, hopefully Ron will have his own story.
December 28, 2018
From Fling to a Thing
This is my first read by this author but definitely not my last. I bought this book off a whim and I dont regret it. I loved the chemistry between Remy and Carlee. I'm glad they got it together finally. Great read. I honestly thought the next story would be about Jason he was very interesting to me but now I'm excited to meet Dex. Great job Francesca!
This is my first read by this author but definitely not my last. I bought this book off a whim and I dont regret it. I loved the chemistry between Remy and Carlee. I'm glad they got it together finally. Great read. I honestly thought the next story would be about Jason he was very interesting to me but now I'm excited to meet Dex. Great job Francesca!
November 18, 2023
Looks like I had attempted to read this before and had stopped very early on. I finished it on second attempt and with a few skipped paragraphs. Spicyness was decent but story overall was fine…wasn’t invested in them as a couple. Some of the characters banter was enjoyable. I’ve read much more (overall) enjoyable books from the author such as Axel in Heaven.
December 27, 2018
Good read
I started and couldn’t put the book down. I laughed got mad and almost cried a great book to read any day but better read it a lot it’s hot and steamy in all the right places.
I started and couldn’t put the book down. I laughed got mad and almost cried a great book to read any day but better read it a lot it’s hot and steamy in all the right places.
February 24, 2019
Fire!
Hot! Hot! Hot!!
Wow ! Read this in one sitting , could not put it down . I want Jason's story
Love scenes were fire and we'll established characters, hard to find in today's over populated bwwm genre. Can't wait to read more of Fracesca's work.
Hot! Hot! Hot!!
Wow ! Read this in one sitting , could not put it down . I want Jason's story
Love scenes were fire and we'll established characters, hard to find in today's over populated bwwm genre. Can't wait to read more of Fracesca's work.
July 28, 2019
Amazing read
My first Francesca Penn novel. I am so impressed. The character development and storyline was in point. Remey and Carlee came to life. I was heavily invested in start of the relationship and completely excited about the end. This was an amazing read.
My first Francesca Penn novel. I am so impressed. The character development and storyline was in point. Remey and Carlee came to life. I was heavily invested in start of the relationship and completely excited about the end. This was an amazing read.
April 16, 2020
Yes. A million times yes
Don’t ask if you should read this book because the answer is yes. Remy and Carlee are just adorable. It’s a Christmas story and then some. Spend the time to read this one because it is magical.
Don’t ask if you should read this book because the answer is yes. Remy and Carlee are just adorable. It’s a Christmas story and then some. Spend the time to read this one because it is magical.
April 18, 2020
Great book!
Ms Penns books are very entertaining. The storyline is awesome. Loved the chemistry between Carlee and Remy it was so steamy. I really enjoyed reading this book i recommend this book. You get the spice and a good story, go get it today.
Ms Penns books are very entertaining. The storyline is awesome. Loved the chemistry between Carlee and Remy it was so steamy. I really enjoyed reading this book i recommend this book. You get the spice and a good story, go get it today.
April 22, 2021
Rent and Carlee
Loved them from start to finish. It was a cute Christmas fling based on a steamy one night stand that neither could forget. They were cute and funny and just lovable.
Loved them from start to finish. It was a cute Christmas fling based on a steamy one night stand that neither could forget. They were cute and funny and just lovable.
December 1, 2023
Great quick Christmas spicy read!
I loved Carlee & Remy. The spice starts as soon as you read the first sentence in this book. Even though this was a quick read, there was a good love story packed in. I love Francesca Penn books and this one was no exception.
I loved Carlee & Remy. The spice starts as soon as you read the first sentence in this book. Even though this was a quick read, there was a good love story packed in. I love Francesca Penn books and this one was no exception.
December 28, 2018
Good book
The Author is new to me so I was a tad apprehensive. This was a super quick fun and hot office romance. I enjoyed it!
The Author is new to me so I was a tad apprehensive. This was a super quick fun and hot office romance. I enjoyed it!
January 7, 2019
A sweet, quick read with steamy sex scenes.
March 6, 2019
I love Francesa’s novels. Remy is a dream guy and we need more fellas like him in the world! Lol I highly recommend this book.
October 26, 2019
Loved
I really enjoyed this book and how everything was put together and played out I cant wait to finish the other books an hopefully jaaon gets a book just saying!! :)
I really enjoyed this book and how everything was put together and played out I cant wait to finish the other books an hopefully jaaon gets a book just saying!! :)
December 8, 2019
Oh Merry Christmas to me
How did I miss this book. Really good story. Loved Carlee and Remy’s story. I loved the author should his vulnerability when it came to Carlee.
How did I miss this book. Really good story. Loved Carlee and Remy’s story. I loved the author should his vulnerability when it came to Carlee.
May 15, 2021
Loved it!
December 10, 2023
sweet and sexy
Really enjoyed this story. My first time reading Francesca penn and decided on a nice Christmas book. It didn’t disappoint
Really enjoyed this story. My first time reading Francesca penn and decided on a nice Christmas book. It didn’t disappoint
February 10, 2024
Great read
I highly enjoyed reading this story. Not as much as I liked Jason's. But this is a funny and sexy read.
I highly enjoyed reading this story. Not as much as I liked Jason's. But this is a funny and sexy read.
December 30, 2020
This book was great!
February 29, 2020
Wow this was a good story. The scenes were steamy! Office romance.
July 5, 2022
She got some of that good good on page 1! Great writing. This author is on a roll. I love how Remy and Carlee's story touches on Jason and Bree's story.
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