The Christmas Romance Stories Series by Marian Starfen

Cutthroat real estate developer Nicholas St. Clair would rather liquidate a company than light a Christmas tree. His life is a series of transactions, and his heart is a closed deal.But when his late grandfather’s will dangles a multi-million-dollar inheritance, it comes with one infuriating, festive to claim his prize, Nick must successfully run his family’s struggling Christmas tree farm in the charming, backwater town of Hollydale for the entire month of December... moreCutthroat real estate developer Nicholas St. Clair would rather liquidate a company than light a Christmas tree. His life is a series of transactions, and his heart is a closed deal.But when his late grandfather’s will dangles a multi-million-dollar inheritance, it comes with one infuriating, festive to claim his prize, Nick must successfully run his family’s struggling Christmas tree farm in the charming, backwater town of Hollydale for the entire month of December.His guide and reluctant ‘Christmas coach’ is Holly Evergreen, the fiercely dedicated farm manager who has dirt under her fingernails and a deep-seated distrust of city slickers in expensive shoes. She sees Nick for exactly what he a predator circling her family’s legacy. But for a hefty bonus that could save the farm from ruin, she agrees to teach him the ropes—and make sure he fulfills every last sentimental clause in the will.Between comically disastrous attempts at manual labor and mandatory participation in the town’s cherished traditions, the chilly tension between them begins to thaw into a sizzling, undeniable chemistry. In snowed-in farmhouses and flour-dusted kitchens, Nick discovers a brilliant business mind and a passionate heart beneath Holly’s flannel exterior. And Holly starts to see a flicker of the man his grandfather hoped he could be.But with a massive developer’s offer looming, Holly is terrified of trusting the man who holds the fate of her world in his hands. For Nick, what began as a simple, month-long business deal is becoming the most complicated—and meaningful—negotiation of his life. The question is no longer about the value of the land, but the value of a life he never knew he wanted.Perfect for fans of Hallmark movies, enemies-to-lovers stories, and charming small towns, The Christmas Carol Contract is a swoon-worthy holiday romance about finding love in the most unexpected of places. Get ready to be swept away by this cozy, feel-good happily-ever-after! less

Ten years ago, they buried a promise. Now, it’s about to go viral.Dr. Noelle Linden believes in data, not destiny. As a brilliant astrophysicist, her life is a carefully calculated equation of logic and order. The starry-eyed girl who once buried a time capsule full of romantic dreams is a variable she deleted long ago... moreTen years ago, they buried a promise. Now, it’s about to go viral.Dr. Noelle Linden believes in data, not destiny. As a brilliant astrophysicist, her life is a carefully calculated equation of logic and order. The starry-eyed girl who once buried a time capsule full of romantic dreams is a variable she deleted long ago. But when a viral news clip from her hometown reveals that very capsule is about to be unearthed and opened on a Christmas Eve livestream, Noelle’s perfectly ordered universe is thrown into chaos. She has one get that mortifying letter before it destroys her reputation.Finn Sawyer projects a life of adventure. As the charming host of a hit travel documentary, he has the world at his feet, but his heart is unmoored. The news of the time capsule hits him like a tidal wave of nostalgia and regret. His letter is a testament to a future he failed to build and promises he was forced to break. The last person he wants to see those words is the woman he had to let go.Thrown back into the festive, snow-dusted chaos of Starfall Creek, Noelle and Finn are no longer star-crossed lovers, but fierce rivals in a high-stakes race against time. From disastrous gingerbread house contests to being trapped in a bell tower during a snowstorm, they are forced to confront the ghosts of their shared past at every turn.With every witty barb and reluctant laugh, the line between their old rivalry and their undeniable chemistry begins to blur. The race to dig up the past might just unearth a future neither of them ever expected. But to get there, they’ll have to finally face the heartbreaking misunderstanding that tore them apart a decade ago.Can they forgive the past and rewrite their stars? Or will their Christmas pact be the final, heartbreaking chapter in their story?Escape to the charming town of Starfall Creek in this sparkling holiday romance! Perfect for fans of laugh-out-loud banter, swoon-worthy moments, and the cozy magic of a second chance. If you love Hallmark Christmas movies, witty rivals-to-lovers stories, and a happily-ever-after that will warm you from the inside out, you’ll adore The Christmas Star Pact.Scroll up and click Read Now or Buy Now to unwrap your new favorite Christmas story! less

What happens when a data scientist who lives by the numbers hires a charismatic actor to solve the one variable she can’t Christmas?Dr. Evelyn “Evie” Reed finds comfort in logic and predictability. Her world is a neat, orderly place of code and calculations. So when she’s unexpectedly tasked with hosting her company’s high-stakes Christmas gala, her perfectly calibrated life short-circuits. To Evie, mingling is a nightmare, and small talk is a foreign language... moreWhat happens when a data scientist who lives by the numbers hires a charismatic actor to solve the one variable she can’t Christmas?Dr. Evelyn “Evie” Reed finds comfort in logic and predictability. Her world is a neat, orderly place of code and calculations. So when she’s unexpectedly tasked with hosting her company’s high-stakes Christmas gala, her perfectly calibrated life short-circuits. To Evie, mingling is a nightmare, and small talk is a foreign language. Her solution? To treat it like any other by hiring an expert.Leo Vance is a master of playing parts, but his own life is falling apart. Out of work and desperate to please his powerful father, he takes on a strange, high-paying a “holiday social coach.” The job seems simple enough, until he realizes his brilliant, refreshingly honest new client is the lead scientist at his father’s biggest corporate rival. This isn’t just a coaching job anymore—it’s a secret mission.The plan is Leo will be Evie’s fake boyfriend and coach, teaching her the art of charm through a series of scripted festive dates. But their lessons in fake chemistry soon produce very real sparks. Amidst clumsy ice-skating lessons and chaotic “meet the parents” drills, Evie’s witty, analytical mind captivates Leo, and his genuine warmth begins to breach her carefully constructed walls. The lines of their contract begin to blur with every shared laugh and lingering touch.But Leo’s secret hangs over their blossoming connection, threatening to shatter the fragile trust Evie is finally learning to give. When the truth of their arrangement comes to light, will it lead to a total system crash, or can they debug their relationship and find a love that’s anything but calculated?Escape into this sparkling, witty, and heartwarming holiday romance about finding the one variable you can’t live without. It’s a story where the heart has its own algorithm, and love is the most logical conclusion.Perfect for fans of Ali Hazelwood, Tessa Bailey, and anyone who loves a good fake-dating story with plenty of Christmas cheer.Tropes you’ll love in The Christmas Algorithm:Fake Dating / Fake RelationshipGrumpy-Sunshine (with a nerdy, brilliant heroine!)Corporate Rivals / Forbidden RomanceHe Falls FirstForced Proximity & Witty BanterA Cozy, Snowy Christmas SettingA Swoon-Worthy, Happily Ever After less