The Maverick's Christmas Countdown

When Allison takes a leave from work to help take care of her sister during her high risk pregnancy back home in Bronco, she was already wondering how to explain where her fictitious boyfriend was from her overbearing father, who was determined to get Allison married off to his wealthy friend. When she learns that her best friend and neighbor has broken up yet again with his on again off again relationship she invites him to come to Bronco, but asks that he pretend to be her boyfriend. While some of the family know the true story, she is hoping they can fool her dad. Rowan is more than ready to stand up to Allison’s dad, and in the heat of the moment declares that they are actually engaged! Funny thing happens along the way, the pretending feels so good to both of them, and each is hoping to make it for real! Love how these long time friends discover that their feelings are real.

When Allison Taylor returns home in Bronco, Montana for the holidays and to help with her sister, who is put on bed rest for the rest of her pregnancy, she realizes that she’s going to have to admit she’s not dating anyone to her parents. Her father’s wanting to marry her off to a rich friend. There’s no way Allison will let that happen. In comes her best friend and neighbor, Rowan Scott, an IT tech who works from home. She asked him to do her a favor and pretend that he’s her doctor boyfriend. Rowan has had a crush on her forever so of course he agrees to finally make his move. Rowan and Allison were never single at the same time. The timing couldn’t be more perfect because he just broke up with his now and again girlfriend. He’s finally over her. Maybe the next step is for him to show her he cares. As they spend time enjoying the small, quaint Christmas town, they start to see each other differently. Allison is wondering when he started looking so handsome and hot. Maybe because they’re both single and she’s had a little crush on him. Can they finally get together? Will her father get mad when he finds out they lied to him? Will the Christmas magic help the two of them? This couple is so deserving of find their soulmates, true love and finally finding each other. Worth the read. I received this book for my honest review. I give it voluntarily.