Faking Christmas

Faking Christmas by Cindy Steel is a warm, family-friendly holiday romance set during Christmas break in a cozy Vermont lodge. Olive Wilson, still mourning her father's recent passing, dreads spending the holidays with her mother’s new husband and her ex-boyfriend. In a moment of panic, Olive fabricates a relationship with her work nemesis, Miles Taylor, to avoid awkward family setups. When Miles unexpectedly joins her at the lodge, they must pretend to be a couple, leading to unexpected moments of connection and heartfelt growth. This clean romance explores themes of grief, healing, and the complexities of blended families while delivering a charming enemies-to-lovers story. Told from Olive’s perspective, the novel features witty banter, tender moments, and a gentle holiday backdrop that makes it perfect for readers seeking a wholesome, uplifting Christmas story without explicit content. The emotional depth combined with lighthearted romance offers a satisfying escape for fans of contemporary holiday fiction.