Love in Sunshine Series by Genny Carrick

Santa came early this year, and he brought me a big lump of coalWhen I asked for volunteers to help with our small town Christmas festival, I should have been more specific.Griffin McBride—the arrogant blast from my past who barges in like he’s taking over the project—isn’t who I had in mind.I want my gossip-fueled town to whisper about my successes instead of my failures for a change... moreSanta came early this year, and he brought me a big lump of coalWhen I asked for volunteers to help with our small town Christmas festival, I should have been more specific.Griffin McBride—the arrogant blast from my past who barges in like he’s taking over the project—isn’t who I had in mind.I want my gossip-fueled town to whisper about my successes instead of my failures for a change. To do that, I need someone to build my dream of a life-sized Christmas village in town square, not push all my buttons until I totally lose my cool.Griffin has always had a talent for getting under my skin, though. Back in high school, every conversation we had turned into an argument he needed to win. He even has the trophy to prove it.Now? He’s more than just the cocky guy I remember. He’s loyal, protective, and he defends me and my festival like he truly believes in me.I always hated losing to Griffin, but this year, it will take a Christmas miracle not to lose my heart.Mad about Yule is a closed door rivals to lovers romantic comedy without implied intimacy. less

Nemesis: the inescapable agent of one’s downfall. See also Shepherd Callahan.I can’t escape Callahan. Believe me, I’ve tried.Ever since he opened his bike shop next door to my family’s bakery, the broody man’s been unavoidable. Whether he’s sauntering into our store to ask pointed questions about our pies or stealing my favorite parking spot, he’s skilled at getting under my skin.He even schemed his way into the exclusive romance book club that finally issued me an invitation... moreNemesis: the inescapable agent of one’s downfall. See also Shepherd Callahan.I can’t escape Callahan. Believe me, I’ve tried.Ever since he opened his bike shop next door to my family’s bakery, the broody man’s been unavoidable. Whether he’s sauntering into our store to ask pointed questions about our pies or stealing my favorite parking spot, he’s skilled at getting under my skin.He even schemed his way into the exclusive romance book club that finally issued me an invitation. The ladies there love him—and seem convinced I should love him, too.Fat chance. I have my reasons for loathing the man, I don’t care how many romantic books he reads.When I accidentally learn his secrets, I find myself developing an unwelcome soft spot for my supposed nemesis. He’s kinder and more protective than I ever guessed, and I’m drawn to him in ways I don’t care to admit.My default is sour, not sweet. I don’t swoon, I snark. I can’t open myself up to him, even if I’m starting to want to.But when he kisses me like his life depends on it? My downfall is inevitable.One Small Spark is a one-sided enemies to lovers rom-com with fade to black steam but only kisses on the page. The Love in Sunshine books can be enjoyed in any order. less