However, his well-meaning aunts insist he deck the halls, leading him to hire local handyman to handle the repairs and decorations. As it turns out, Joe is the same man Cameron had a memorable one-night stand with not long ago. Both men share a deep-seated dislike for Christmas due to painful past experiences, but as they work together, their mutual "bah-humbug" attitude turns into a genuine connection. Key Characters
Famous mystery author has escaped the hustle and notoriety of Los Angeles to hide away in a run-down Victorian mansion in the picturesque small town of Fallbrook, Vermont. His goal is simple: avoid his family, ignore the holidays, and finish his next book.
: A capable, local carpenter and "sexy silver fox" who is deeply embedded in the Fallbrook community. Themes & Tropes The Humbug Holiday by Lane Hayes
: A reclusive, successful writer who is a "grumpy Scrooge" regarding the holidays.
: Unlike the traditional grumpy/sunshine pairing, both leads are initially cynical about the holidays. However, his well-meaning aunts insist he deck the
by Lane Hayes is a heartwarming M/M contemporary holiday romance released in December 2022 . It tells a low-angst story of two "grumpy bears" who find love while trying to avoid the festive chaos of the season. Plot Summary
: Features mature protagonists who bring life experience and perspective to their relationship. Key Characters Famous mystery author has escaped the
: Working on the house repairs and shared holiday tasks forces them into each other's orbits.