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Mistletoe Mistress

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In "Mistletoe Mistress" by Nicola Davidson, readers are taken on a steamy and sweet journey of two individuals, Rachel and Arran, who find themselves stranded at an inn and decide to pretend to be a married couple to secure a room. Despite their different backgrounds, they share an instant attraction and deep connection, exploring their desires and needs in a forbidden setting. The book beautifully describes their time together outside of societal norms, filled with passion, uncertainty, and unexpected twists. Nicola Davidson's writing style is praised for its eloquence, playful dialogues, and ability to create a captivating atmosphere, especially during the Christmas celebrations at the country inn.

Characters:

The characters are likable and relatable, with Rachel's sensuality and Arran's charm creating a compelling dynamic.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is light and eloquent, characterized by playful dialogue and a vivid festive atmosphere.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot involves two characters, Rachel and Arran, pretending to be married while stranded at an inn, leading to unexpected attraction and playful intimacy.

Setting:

The setting is a quaint inn in Regency-era England during the Christmas season, enhancing the story's romantic and festive elements.

Pacing:

The pacing is brisk but effective, providing a complete and satisfying story in a short format.

Notes:

The story features Rachel Lindsay, a maid from a foundling home, and Arran Elliot, a newly made Marquess.
Rachel gets stranded at an inn on Christmas Eve.
Arran's carriage breaks down, forcing him to stop at the same inn as Rachel.
To get a room, they pretend to be married despite their different social classes.
The novella includes themes of class difference, fake marriage, and a steamy romance.
Rachel is described as a curvy protagonist who embraces her figure.
The story involves playful elements like spanking and consensual kink between the characters.
The story explores the challenges of women and sexuality in historical contexts.
The novella is only six chapters long but feels complete to readers.
Many readers felt a strong emotional connection to the characters, leading to significant reactions such as crying.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

There are some content warnings related to sexuality and the historical context of class struggles.

Has Romance?

The story features a strong romantic element between the two protagonists.

From The Publisher:

Banished to the country for wayward behavior, house maid Miss Rachel Lindsay is near-penniless and desperate. A cruel trick left her abandoned at an isolated country inn on a snowy Christmas Eve, and her only hope is a wealthy, stern, and sinfully handsome stranger-masquerading as her husband. The new and reluctant Marquess of Kyle, Arran Elliott's journey to London has been halted by a broken carriage. His bid for lodgings is failing-until a mysterious beauty boldly announces they are wed to secure the last remaining room. But when their friendly bargain turns into nights of scorching hot passion and sensual discipline, Arran knows he can't let the spirited and deliciously curvy Rachel go. His-and her-secrets be damned…

Mistletoe Mistress previously appeared in the anthology Seduced Under the Mistletoe. Please note this Regency Christmas romance contains explicit sex scenes, fully consensual spanking, and coarse language.

 
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