The Doctor and The Mountain Man: A Second Chance Christmas Romance Short Story
Rica Lane

He's the stoic manager of a Christmas tree farm, haunted by a love he let go.
She's the town doctor who's come back to heal more than just bodies.
Ethan Cameron has one keep the family farm thriving, no matter what. But when Grace Anderson, his high school sweetheart, returns to Pine Valley Falls, his heart is thrown into chaos. She's the one who got away, and now she's back, stirring up feelings he thought were long buried.
Grace never planned on returning to her small town, but when a medical emergency calls her back, she finds herself face-to-face with the man she never stopped loving. As they're forced to work together on a fake relationship to appease their families, the lines between pretense and passion blur.
One town. One Christmas. Two hearts with unfinished business.
When the holiday season ends, they'll have to her dreams of a prestigious career or the rugged mountain man who's always held her heart.
Set against the enchanting backdrop of a small town during Christmas, this 75-page novel is the perfect escape into love. In 2 hour or less, you can dive into the magic of second chances, the warmth of family, and the heat of rekindled romance.
Join Ethan and Grace on their journey this holiday season!
This is Part 2 of the Pine Valley Falls series, so if you're ready for more festive romance, grab your copy and prepare for a series of heartwarming tales.
If you love second chance romance, small-town charm, holiday magic, and steamy barn encounters, get ready to fall in love with Ethan and Grace in this enchanting Christmas romance.