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The Spiced Cocoa Caf

by Harper Graham

A Christmas shop rivalry in Maple Falls

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A Christmas shop rivalry in Maple Falls

Cassidy’s new chocolate shop is a tribute to her grandmother’s cocoa, and she hopes its festive decorations will help her establish herself in Maple Falls. Across the street, Liam is dressing up his farm shop to support his family’s llama sanctuary—and to win the same holiday prize. Their competition draws the town into rival camps, while both contenders reckon with what Christmas means to them. The setup combines small-town romance with a seasonal contest, a family business, and a touch of mystery. Chocolate, holiday displays, and the llama sanctuary give the romance its distinctive local details.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Fans of Christmas-set romantic comedies and small-town romance.
  • Readers interested in rivals-to-romance setups, holiday decorating contests, and found-family themes.
  • A fit for adults seeking a romance described as spicy, with a sprinkle of mystery.

Themes

Romance and rivalryChristmas traditionsBelonging in a small townFamily and communitySecond chances

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Book overview

'Tis the season when sparks fly...

 

A new girl in town who lives for Christmas and has everything to prove. A local rival with tousled dark hair and a smirk that spells trouble. Who will win the holiday showdown of the year?Find out in this totally addictive small-town romance! Gilmore Girls + spice =

 

Cassidy is finally opening her dream chocolate shop, inspired by her dear Grandma who made the best cocoa. Now all she wants for Christmas is to win best decorated store and show she belongs in the small town of Maple Falls. But she'll have to pull out all the stops to beat the handsome, loveable grinch across the street...

 

Liamhates the holidays-they remind him of past heartbreak. But to support his family's llama sanctuary, he's determined to deck out his farm shop in holiday cheer and win that prize. Then he sees her-chocolate-smeared cheeks, wide blue eyes and the warmest smile. He's up against the cutest, most Christmas-obsessed person ever...

 

Their rivalry heats up as the town divides between Team Cassidy and Team Liam. But with the snowflakes falling and their stores looking all merry and bright, willthe magic of the season bring them together?

 

Snuggle up under your blanket with a mug of cocoa and get ready for the hottest-ever holiday romance. Lots of steam and a sprinkle of mystery wrapped up in cozy Christmas vibes! Perfect for fans of Laurie Gilmore, Emily Henry, Love Actually and The Holiday.

 

Tropes:

Spicy

Grumpy sunshine

Second chance romance

Small-town vs. city life

Found family

 

Readers are loving the Maple Falls series:

 

"I read it in less than 20 hours!!!!... incredible. The vibes were IMMACULATE... Everything was amazing... Everything everything everything." raisinglolly_⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 

"Absolutely adored...grinning at every page... laughing so hard... I did not expect to tear up, and oh I did. This was my best read of the year... easily deserves 6 stars out of 5... completely stole my heart." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 

"Oh my goodness-I just adored this... had me giggling, yelling... fully crying and also smiling." YA Books Central, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 

"The dopamine shot this book gives should be studied... absolutely perfect... I was feeling all the feels... The mood is SUPERB! Everything I needed to catapult every fibre of my being to cozy season." Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 

"This has fast become one of my favourite books... ever!!!! I have the biggest smile on my face right now...I need more from this author asap!!!! I will be recommending this book to everyone!!!" Jessica's Book Biz, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 

"Oh what a book!Iadored everything... Maple Falls you have my whole heart." jasminejadelilacreads⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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