Harlequin Romance December 2024 Box Set

Book excerpt: Harlequin Romance – December ‘24 – Box Set Harlequin® Romance brings you a collection of four new titles, available now! Experience the rush of falling in love! This Harlequin® Romance box set includes: CHRISTMAS BRIDE’S STAND-IN GROOM By Sophie Pembroke Conveniently marrying her best friend will give florist Millie the child she craves. Yet when her husband-to-be is called away on business, best man Giles comes to the rescue… Giles doesn’t believe in marriage. He’s learned the hard way that women only want his wealth. But this pre-Christmas rehearsal isn’t real, so he’ll happily step in for practice “I dos.” Trouble is, there’s nothing fake about the connection between this bride and her stand-in groom… With the big day looming, dare they speak now and find forever—together? MISS RIGHT ALL ALONG By Jessica Gilmore Charlie should be planning his convenient wedding. As heir to a dynasty, he must produce the next generation. But gorgeous childhood friend Liberty needs help—and his castle!—to avoid a work disaster. He just doesn’t expect their chemistry to instantly reignite! Watching her parents cycle through spouses made Liberty wary of relationships. Yet she’s always harbored feelings for Charlie, particularly since their kiss many years ago. Now she's back in his orbit and temptation’s rising… Can they claim what’s been in front of them all along? ONE-NIGHT BABY WITH THE BEST MAN By Susan Meier Bridesmaid Marietta is attending a fabulous Italian wedding before starting her New York promotion. After fleeing an abusive marriage, she’s focused on her career—no dating! But one night with the red-hot best man, Rico—who conveniently lives in faraway London—is incredibly tempting… Yet weeks later when the stick turns pink, Marietta’s life suddenly changes. Especially when, having been abandoned as an infant, billionaire Rico demands to be the father his baby needs. They’re from completely different worlds, but can Marietta’s unexpected pregnancy spark a future they never dared hope for…? CINDERELLA’S FESTIVE FAKE DATE By Karin Baine Pottery studio owner Evie isn’t feeling festive. Her ex-boyfriend—now her stepsister’s fiancé!­­—is joining her family for the holidays. Going alone is not an option, but Evie’s afraid of being hurt again. So, she hopes an online fake dating service can work some magic… Guarded workaholic Jake requires a plus-one for his mother’s nuptials, and enticing Evie fits the bill. Over steaming hot chocolate, they agree to a romance ruse. Only their undeniable attraction soon has them stealing kisses under the mistletoe… And they discover there’s thin ice between faking it and truly falling!