Holidays In Balsam Ridge Series by Tessa Wilde

As the sheriff of Balsam Ridge, I’ve spent years keeping things under control, but Eliza Hayes throws everything off balance the moment she arrives. She’s hiding something—I can see it in her eyes, feel it in every guarded smile—but that only makes me want to protect her more. With the Halloween festival bringing chaos to town and trouble brewing beneath the surface, I can’t shake the feeling that she’s in danger... moreAs the sheriff of Balsam Ridge, I’ve spent years keeping things under control, but Eliza Hayes throws everything off balance the moment she arrives. She’s hiding something—I can see it in her eyes, feel it in every guarded smile—but that only makes me want to protect her more. With the Halloween festival bringing chaos to town and trouble brewing beneath the surface, I can’t shake the feeling that she’s in danger. And when a fire puts her life on the line, I’ll stop at nothing to keep her safe, even if it means risking my own heart in the process.I came to Balsam Ridge to escape—to hide from the life I left behind and the man who made me doubt everything I thought I knew. I’m not looking for love, and definitely not with someone like Luke Greyson, the town’s charming, protective sheriff who sees far too much. But the more time I spend with him, the harder it is to keep my walls intact. When a fire threatens to take away the one thing that’s given me peace, I realize that maybe Balsam Ridge isn’t just a place to hide—it’s a place to heal. And maybe, just maybe, it’s where I’m meant to find love again.Welcome to Balsam Ridge—a cozy small town where the fall colors are vibrant, the community is close-knit, and love can blossom when you least expect it. Here, everyone looks out for each other, and second chances are always just around the corner.The Sheriff’s Halloween Promice is a sweet and clean short romantic novella. less

I never expected to fall for my landlord.Moving to Balsam Ridge was supposed to be a fresh start for me and my daughter, Emma. After losing my husband, I swore off love. My focus has been on building a stable, happy life for Emma in this small town, far away from the chaos of the city. But then there's Hank—steady, dependable, and always there when I need him... moreI never expected to fall for my landlord.Moving to Balsam Ridge was supposed to be a fresh start for me and my daughter, Emma. After losing my husband, I swore off love. My focus has been on building a stable, happy life for Emma in this small town, far away from the chaos of the city. But then there's Hank—steady, dependable, and always there when I need him.I try to keep my distance, but it’s impossible not to notice the way my heart skips every time he smiles, or the way Emma lights up when he's around. The walls I built around my heart start to crumble, no matter how hard I try to keep them up. But I'm scared—scared to let him in, scared of what happens if things fall apart.Hank promises he's not going anywhere, but I've been down this road before. Letting someone into our lives is a risk, and I’m not sure if my heart can survive losing again.Can I trust Hank with the most fragile parts of my heart? Or will I push him away before I realize he might just be the one we've been waiting for? less

When I left Balsam Ridge for a career in Seattle, I thought I was chasing everything I’d ever wanted. But when Thanksgiving brought me back to the small town I’d left behind, I found myself tangled in a scheme with the one person I’d tried my hardest to forget—Noah Bennett, the town’s once-troubled “bad boy” turned local hero.What started as a fake relationship to get our families off our backs quickly became something more, stirring up feelings I thought I’d buried... moreWhen I left Balsam Ridge for a career in Seattle, I thought I was chasing everything I’d ever wanted. But when Thanksgiving brought me back to the small town I’d left behind, I found myself tangled in a scheme with the one person I’d tried my hardest to forget—Noah Bennett, the town’s once-troubled “bad boy” turned local hero.What started as a fake relationship to get our families off our backs quickly became something more, stirring up feelings I thought I’d buried. I never expected the boy who was off-limits to be the man who feels like home. But just when I started to believe we could be something real, our secret came crashing down, leaving me with two go back to my safe but lonely life in Seattle or take the biggest risk of all and finally let myself belong.Welcome to Balsam Ridge—a cozy small town where the fall colors are vibrant, the community is close-knit, and love can blossom when you least expect it. Here, everyone looks out for each other, and second chances are always just around the corner.The Coach’s Second Chance Thanksgiving is a sweet and clean short romantic novella. less

I thought I’d only be in Balsam Ridge for a day—a quick stop to write a blog post on this cozy, holiday-loving town. But when my Jeep broke down, and the local deputy came to my rescue, I found myself stranded in more ways than one. Jake Tanner is everything I didn’t know I was looking steady, loyal, and fiercely devoted to the people he calls family. He’s the kind of man who makes a place feel like home... moreI thought I’d only be in Balsam Ridge for a day—a quick stop to write a blog post on this cozy, holiday-loving town. But when my Jeep broke down, and the local deputy came to my rescue, I found myself stranded in more ways than one. Jake Tanner is everything I didn’t know I was looking steady, loyal, and fiercely devoted to the people he calls family. He’s the kind of man who makes a place feel like home.As Thanksgiving approaches, Balsam Ridge wraps me in its warmth, drawing me closer to Jake, to a life I never thought I’d want. But choosing to stay means giving up my freedom, the endless road I’ve always traveled. And just when I think I’ve found the courage to belong, fear drives me away.Will I come home to the man who’s shown me that sometimes the greatest adventures happen when you stop running?Welcome to Balsam Ridge—a cozy small town where the fall colors are vibrant, the community is close-knit, and love can blossom when you least expect it. Here, everyone looks out for each other, and second chances are always just around the corner. less

I never planned to spend Christmas in a small town like Balsam Ridge. Big city life suits me just fine, and I’ve worked too hard to build my dream career. But when my best friend invites me to her hometown for the holidays, I can’t resist a break from Seattle’s chaos—even if only for a week.I definitely don’t expect Dean Sawyer.Gruff, reserved, and deeply tied to his family’s Christmas tree farm, Dean is everything I didn’t know I needed... moreI never planned to spend Christmas in a small town like Balsam Ridge. Big city life suits me just fine, and I’ve worked too hard to build my dream career. But when my best friend invites me to her hometown for the holidays, I can’t resist a break from Seattle’s chaos—even if only for a week.I definitely don’t expect Dean Sawyer.Gruff, reserved, and deeply tied to his family’s Christmas tree farm, Dean is everything I didn’t know I needed. From our awkward first meeting to working together on the tree lot, he challenges me in ways that make my heart race. Before long, the town—and Dean—start to feel like more than just a holiday escape.But my life isn’t here. My dreams aren’t here... are they?As the snow falls and Christmas approaches, I’m torn between the bustling city life I’ve built and the quiet charm of Balsam Ridge. And when the season forces me to confront what—and who—I truly want, I have to ask Am I ready to take the leap?Welcome to Balsam Ridge—a cozy small town where the fall colors are vibrant, the community is close-knit, and love can blossom when you least expect it. Here, everyone looks out for each other, and second chances are always just around the corner. less

I never planned to fall for the spontaneous, sometimes chaotic baker across the street. As Balsam Ridge's most reliable florist, I have routines, systems, and perfectly arranged days—the complete opposite of Eli Mitchell with his impulsive decisions and flour-dusted clothes. When we're forced to co-chair the Valentine's Day fundraiser, I expect disaster. Instead, I discover the man beneath the charming smile—someone thoughtful, dedicated, and surprisingly complementary to my organized nature... moreI never planned to fall for the spontaneous, sometimes chaotic baker across the street. As Balsam Ridge's most reliable florist, I have routines, systems, and perfectly arranged days—the complete opposite of Eli Mitchell with his impulsive decisions and flour-dusted clothes. When we're forced to co-chair the Valentine's Day fundraiser, I expect disaster. Instead, I discover the man beneath the charming smile—someone thoughtful, dedicated, and surprisingly complementary to my organized nature.Working together on heart-shaped booths and matchmaking questionnaires leads to late nights, shared confidences, and the realization that what I thought was annoyance might actually be attraction. But just as our connection blooms, an unexpected opportunity threatens to uproot everything I've built in this small town. Now I must choose between the safe, structured life I've always known and the uncertain but potentially wonderful future with a man who challenges me in all the right ways.Can opposites really attract, or are Eli and I destined to remain on opposite sides of Main Street, watching each other from a distance?Welcome to Balsam Ridge—a cozy small town where holidays are celebrated, the community is close-knit, and love can blossom when you least expect it. Here, everyone looks out for each other, and the chance of love is always just around the corner. less

I never expected a tiny abandoned rabbit to change my life. As Balsam Ridge's veterinarian, I'm used to caring for all creatures great and small, but there's something special about this fragile baby bunny we've named Hopscotch—and about the man who found him.Ryan Wheeler isn't supposed to be part of my carefully crafted small-town life... moreI never expected a tiny abandoned rabbit to change my life. As Balsam Ridge's veterinarian, I'm used to caring for all creatures great and small, but there's something special about this fragile baby bunny we've named Hopscotch—and about the man who found him.Ryan Wheeler isn't supposed to be part of my carefully crafted small-town life. He left Balsam Ridge years ago for a prestigious landscape architecture career in Seattle, and he's only back temporarily to help his parents sell their garden center. I know better than to let myself fall for someone who's just passing through.But as Mrs. Thompson cleverly maneuvers us onto the same Easter Festival committee, I find myself spending more time with Ryan, nurturing both Hopscotch and a special children's wildlife garden that seems to reflect the growing connection between us. Each garden bed we design, each milestone in Hopscotch's recovery brings us closer, until I can't imagine my life without either of them.Now, with Easter approaching and our garden in bloom, I'm facing the most difficult question of am I brave enough to believe that some roots, once planted, might be strong enough to make even the most determined traveler want to stay? In Balsam Ridge, where spring promises new beginnings, perhaps this Easter will bring the most unexpected blessing of all—a love worth cultivating.Welcome to Balsam Ridge—a cozy small town where holidays are celebrated, the community is close-knit, and love can blossom when you least expect it. Here, everyone looks out for each other, and the chance of love is always just around the corner. less