What if Ebenezer Scrooge from A Christmas Carol had a second chance at love?Eben Scrooge is a changed man. One year ago, after an unusual intervention, he made a promise to keep the spirit of Christmas all year long. He’s done much to keep that promise, but never in his wildest dreams did he think he’d get a chance to make amends with his lost love, Belle.Belle Santos has spent the last five years running away, trying to heal her broken heart... moreWhat if Ebenezer Scrooge from A Christmas Carol had a second chance at love?Eben Scrooge is a changed man. One year ago, after an unusual intervention, he made a promise to keep the spirit of Christmas all year long. He’s done much to keep that promise, but never in his wildest dreams did he think he’d get a chance to make amends with his lost love, Belle.Belle Santos has spent the last five years running away, trying to heal her broken heart. Her efforts are quickly undone, however, when circumstances place her back home, and back in Eben’s presence. Despite her misgivings, she can’t deny the passionate connection they share.Eben is determined to convince Belle that his change is real, and to reignite the sparks between them. But can Belle let go of the past so they can move on to their future?This holiday novella features a second-chance romance, steamy office encounters, positive mental health representation, and plenty of nostalgia.Please visit the author's website to review content warnings. less