A Very Bavarian Christmas
(VERY BAVARIAN, #1)

by Katie M. Reid

Holly Noel Brigham is making a list and checking it twice—counting all the reasons she is fed up with her
not-so-jolly reality:

– Single
– Broke
– Sleeping in her childhood bedroom at the age of thirty

After her dreams of opening a community art space in the city are shattered, Holly returns to her hometown of Bavarian Falls—the Christmas capital of the Midwest. She finds seasonal employment personalizing ornaments at Neumann’s, the mile-long Christmas store, instead of decking gallery walls with her art.

As December draws near, a melancholy mood—instead of mistletoe—hangs over Holly’s head. The only guy showing any interest in her is quirky Frank, who keeps her laughing but makes her feel boxed in. Then there’s handsome Nik, who has a shady past but takes her ambitions seriously.

As Holly faces fractured relationships and embarrassing misunderstandings, will she unwrap more disappointment or say yes to love, with no strings attached?

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A Very Bavarian Summer
(VERY BAVARIAN, #2)

by Katie M. Reid

Holly Noel Brigham is thrilled about her boyfriend’s upcoming visit to Bavarian Falls. What could go wrong?

Navigating a long-distance relationship is no picnic. Work demands, a wildfire, and insecurities threaten Holly’s and Nik’s summer plans and future goals.

What was supposed to be a season of carefree dates and tender kisses is complicated by unexpected loss, a surprise visitor, and the pressure of the Christmas in July Festival.

In an effort to strengthen their relationship, Holly and Nik decide to ask each other twenty questions…

  • What do you dream about?
  • What makes you cry?
  • What are you second-guessing?
  • What makes you angry?
  • Why do you love me?

The questions eerily parallel reality, causing a roller coaster of emotions and a high-elevation argument.

Is Holly’s and Nik’s relationship strong enough to endure some twists and turns, or is this the end of the road?

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