High Five Novella Series by Serena Pier

I sat on Santa’s lap, and now he wants to see me again. Single mother Emily is resigned to yet another stressful holiday season alone. That is, until she meets a charismatic man playing Santa in a local bar. Their chance meeting leads to a playful and flirtatious text exchange throughout the holiday season until Santa is on her doorstep, ready to give Emily her Christmas wishes. A spicy Christmas novella, Santa’s Coming sparkles with the perfect blend of puns and sexy holiday magic.

Since when does Aaron Olson have abs like that? I haven’t seen him since high school, but now I find myself desperate to see much more of him. Sarah Anderson's plan for the Cupid's Crush event at the local bar, High Five, is straightforward: enjoy some playful banter and score a free drink. After a decade on the West Coast, Sarah’s still adjusting to life back in her small Wisconsin hometown, surrounded by familiar faces—until one of them completely catches her off guard... moreSince when does Aaron Olson have abs like that? I haven’t seen him since high school, but now I find myself desperate to see much more of him. Sarah Anderson's plan for the Cupid's Crush event at the local bar, High Five, is straightforward: enjoy some playful banter and score a free drink. After a decade on the West Coast, Sarah’s still adjusting to life back in her small Wisconsin hometown, surrounded by familiar faces—until one of them completely catches her off guard. Aaron Olson, the once scrawny high school wrestler, is now tending bar shirtless with fluffy angel wings strapped to his back, revealing a physique that is distracting in the best way. What starts as light-hearted banter turns into a flirtatious game of cat and mouse, where Sarah learns that you shouldn’t judge someone by who they were in high school—because they might just surprise you in the most irresistible ways. In this flirty and steamy Valentine’s themed novella, discover the thrill of seeing an old friend in a whole new light, and watch sparks fly as past perceptions are shattered and new attractions take hold. (This is Book #2 in an interconnected series. It is encouraged, but not essential, to read Santa's Coming before reading Cupid's Shot. ). Romance Tropes:. Second Chance (at a first chance), Friends to Lovers, Small Town, Holiday Romance, He Falls First, Secret Admirer. High Five Novella Series Description:. From divorce and raising children, to relocating and calling off a wedding, dating in your thirties is different. The steamy and romantic High Five Novella series follows three friends as they navigate love and life's challenges in their hometown of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. While each holiday-themed novella can be enjoyed as a standalone, reading them in order is recommended for the full experience. Book #1:Santa's Coming: Emily, a single mother, finds herself enchanted by a charismatic man playing Santa in a local bar. Book #2: Cupid’s Shot: Sarah, a West Coast girl reacclimating to small-town life, discovers the thrill of seeing an old friend in a new light—shirtless and wearing angel wings. Book #3: Shamrock Kisses: Rachel, who’s sworn off dating apps, unexpectedly connects with a Chicago guy in town for the weekend. less

Am I going to get lucky? Maybe if the hunky nerd I met yesterday takes me up on my invite to attend High Five's St. Paddy's Day party …. Rachel Wagner, who’s sworn off dating apps, is the last single one in her friend group. Focused on running her thriving cleaning business in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, the thirty-one-year-old is caught off guard when she stumbles upon a bearded nerd while cleaning her biggest client’s lake house... moreAm I going to get lucky? Maybe if the hunky nerd I met yesterday takes me up on my invite to attend High Five's St. Paddy's Day party …. Rachel Wagner, who’s sworn off dating apps, is the last single one in her friend group. Focused on running her thriving cleaning business in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, the thirty-one-year-old is caught off guard when she stumbles upon a bearded nerd while cleaning her biggest client’s lake house. Patrick Nowak, a reclusive cat-loving hacker, prefers code to conversation and planned to spend the St. Patrick’s Day weekend out of Chicago enjoying a digital detox at his friend's lake house. But when Rachel, a confident brunette who seems way out of his league, invites him to a local bar's St. Paddy's party, his anxiety just might prevent him from taking her up on the offer. In a game of attraction and vulnerability, neither of them is prepared for just how much their lives can change in a day. (This is Book #3 in an interconnected series. It is encouraged, but not essential, to read Santa's Coming and Cupid's Shot before reading Shamrock Kisses. ). Romance Tropes: Instant Connection, Strangers to Lovers, Small Town, Holiday Romance, Younger Man, Nerdy Guy Gets the Girl. less

Easter isn’t exactly the hottest of holidays—nevertheless, it took a giant bunny costume for Anna Clark to finally notice the perfect guy who’s been right under her nose this whole time. After a playful encounter at Lake Geneva’s annual Easter egg hunt, Anna finds herself flirting with a mysterious man in a bunny mask at High Five, the local bar in her Wisconsin hometown... moreEaster isn’t exactly the hottest of holidays—nevertheless, it took a giant bunny costume for Anna Clark to finally notice the perfect guy who’s been right under her nose this whole time. After a playful encounter at Lake Geneva’s annual Easter egg hunt, Anna finds herself flirting with a mysterious man in a bunny mask at High Five, the local bar in her Wisconsin hometown. But when she discovers the bunny is none other than Chad Braun—a regular at the restaurant where she works—everything changes. Chad’s always kept his distance, hesitant because Anna’s barely twenty-two and he's thirty-four. But behind the safety of the mask, he gives in to their undeniable connection. Soon, their flirtatious dares and witty exchanges take them on an unexpected journey filled with sparks, laughter, and chemistry. Run, Little Bunny is a fun, steamy novella about finding love in unexpected places and embracing the thrill of new possibilities. (This is Book #4 in the interconnected High Five Novella series. While it's encouraged to read Santa’s Coming, Cupid’s Shot, and Shamrock Kisses, each book stands alone. ). Romance Tropes: Age Gap, Secret Identity (Masked Man), Friends to Lovers, Small Town, Holiday Romance, He Falls First, Mild Primal Play. less

“You always this stubborn? ”. “You always this annoying? ”. Thirty-four-year-old Claire Moore feels like her life is going up in flames. A newly single mom, she’s juggling a sick kid and a bartending shift when a fire breaks out at High Five in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Per usual, she has to save the day... more“You always this stubborn? ”. “You always this annoying? ”. Thirty-four-year-old Claire Moore feels like her life is going up in flames. A newly single mom, she’s juggling a sick kid and a bartending shift when a fire breaks out at High Five in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Per usual, she has to save the day. Enter Jake Schmidt: local firefighter, Marine veteran, and all around good guy who’s distracted by the captivating, strong, sassy, red-headed woman who manages to put out the fire moments before he arrives. And despite their tense first impression, he’s determined to win her over. This blond guy isn’t her usual type, but with the chemistry building by the day, she has to decide if she wants to let him in. Trusting someone new isn’t easy, especially when you’ve been burned before. This heartfelt Fourth of July romance is perfect for fans of strong heroines, golden retriever heroes, protagonists in their thirties, and steamy small town summer nights. Romance Tropes: Single Mom, Small Town, Holiday Romance (Fourth of July), He Falls First, Pleasure Dom, Men in Uniform (Firefighters), Slow Burn, Later in Life Romance. less

“Do you want to be God’s favorite tonight? ”. Twenty-eight-year-old Taylor Williams has one goal: land her first client and finally walk away from her soul-sucking agency job. What she doesn’t plan on is meeting Brandon Dubois—an unexpectedly sweet billionaire’s son—at a party in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Brandon is sober, complicated, and very interested in Taylor—and not afraid to make it known... more“Do you want to be God’s favorite tonight? ”. Twenty-eight-year-old Taylor Williams has one goal: land her first client and finally walk away from her soul-sucking agency job. What she doesn’t plan on is meeting Brandon Dubois—an unexpectedly sweet billionaire’s son—at a party in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Brandon is sober, complicated, and very interested in Taylor—and not afraid to make it known. Their chemistry is undeniable, and soon their connection runs far deeper than playful banter or late-night texts. Then comes Kyle Rathbone—the viral thirst trap vampire model hired for High Five’s Halloween party—whose presence exposes secrets, shadows, and desires none of them can ignore. With sparks flying on every side, Taylor finds herself caught between two men who want her … and maybe each other too. Sharing Shadow Secrets is a steamy, emotional MFM romance about chasing dreams, facing the past, and discovering that sometimes being “God’s favorite” means getting everything you never thought you could have. Romance Tropes: Halloween Themed, MFM, Threesome, Why Choose, DVP, Billionaire, Girl Boss, Mental Health Rep, LGBTQIA+ Rep, Sober Rep. less