The Princes of Christmas and Halloween Fall in Love in THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE KISSMAS

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As I read through this passage, it struck me as if I were eavesdropping on a conversation between two young women who are trying to navigate the complexities of their lives amidst the glitz and glamour of a royal Christmas ball. The main character’s internal struggles and self-deprecating humor are reminiscent of someone who has learned the hard way that love can be both exhilarating and heartbreaking, but also resilient. Her insecurities about her past mistakes and her current feelings for a certain Halloween heir are palpable, adding depth to her character.

When two holiday royals clash, you get an irresistibly charming and thrilling enemies-to-lovers tale for sure! Sara Raasch’s The Nightmare Before Kissmas unites the King of Christmas and the Duke of Halloween in a narrative that blends elements of Red, White, & Royal Blue and The Nightmare Before Christmas. Nicholas “Coal” Claus grapples with his destiny as the current Santa, while Hex prepares for Halloween. However, things aren’t always what they appear. Behind the scenes, there’s tension among the holidays, and the media is eager to sensationalize any developments. If Coal and Hex were to fall in love, it would cause quite a spectacle! But are they willing to resist? Can they control their feelings?

I cannot emphasize enough how delightful The Nightmare Before Kissmas is. We’re fully in spooky season, and this book is a perfect way to mark the occasion. I’m excited to share an exclusive excerpt.

But first, read the synopsis:

Previously, Nicholas “Coal” Claus cherished Christmas wholeheartedly. However, that changed when his father, the current Santa, transformed the holiday into a public relations charade. Desperate to break free from the spectacle, Coal is even willing to find himself in an intoxicated, passion-filled kiss with a captivating stranger in a run-down tavern one evening.

However, the one who inherits Christmas finds himself in a predicament: he must fulfill his obligation by marrying his dearest friend, Iris, the Easter Princess, who also happens to be his brother’s admiration in disguise. This scenario seems destined for trouble.

The situation spirals downhill as a competitor emerges to contest Coal’s bid for the princess’s affection, and he unexpectedly encounters the enigmatic bar regular Hex, the Prince of Halloween.

This is an underhanded contest between two royal figures vacationing together, who can’t resist their mutual attraction, bound by a marriage of necessity that none are fond of. The outcome? One of the most endearing, steamy, chaotic, and unforgettably captivating love tales of the year.

And now, please enjoy chapter five.

Title Revamp: The Christmas Prince unexpectedly faints upon encountering the man he shared a kiss with 1.5 years prior, who has only grown more attractive since then.

As a gamer, I’m finding it hard to keep up as Dad gets caught up in the grandeur of a royal visit. All I can hear is the repetitive wail of an air-raid siren in my mind. The usual small talk about how glad everyone is you’re here feels hollow and tiresome. When the Halloween family takes the stage with Dad, Iris, and her father, I feel a pang, wishing Kris and I could join in the photo op. Yet, no one seems to notice or invite us, so we reluctantly step back into the dimly lit corners beside the stage, my heart pounding silently with anxiety.

Kris chuckles, “You look quite pale and are perspiring. Aren’t you starting to realize that I was justified in being on edge about your teasing of my unease towards those Halloween eerie things?

The character gives a puzzled look, “Him? The Halloween Prince? You—

The Nightmare Before Kissmas arrives on shelves on October 8. Get your pre-order in now!

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2024-10-02 23:32