The Borrowed House

When Elena escapes to a friend's Crofton townhouse the day after Christmas, she wants one thing: a week alone. Then someone unlocks the front door.

Julian has a key. He has permission from the homeowner. He is not leaving just because she got there first.

A snowstorm closes the roads. They are stuck together until New Year's Eve.

Five days. Two people who came to hide. One house that will not let them keep running.

The Borrowed House is a contemporary romance with forced proximity, emotional tension, and an ending that earns its hope without guaranteeing it.

Perfect for readers who want something short, honest, and worth their time.