A Christmas Spark

Pride & Pranks, Book 0.5

By: Cindy Steel

Narrated by: Stefanie Kay

Length: 3 hrs and 34 mins

Publisher's summary

When my best friend found out I’d be alone over Christmas, she hooked me up with a week's stay in her family’s cabin in Idaho. I was on a publishing deadline for my latest book and was really looking forward to a cozy week by the fire, cuddled up in flannel pajamas with my laptop and hot chocolate.

Alone.

So imagine my surprise when I arrived at the cabin during a blizzard and found it already occupied by an all too familiar face and a fine pack of chiseled abs. Even though it had been ten years since I’d last seen Chase, he had no problem picking up exactly where we left off. I had a big problem with it. It didn’t matter what he threw at me—the old nickname, the teasing, his charming grin, or even those chiseled abs (did I already mention those?), I refused to let him get to me after...the incident. Nope, not me. I was made of stone.

Unfortunately, I’m beginning to understand that when you strike Chase against stone…you get sparks.

A Christmas Spark is a closed-door romantic comedy full of sizzle, witty banter, and mild, teasing innuendos, but nothing that would make your grandmother blush.

©2022 Cindy Steel (P)2022 Dreamscape Media, LLC

Possibly my favorite audio book ever.

I love all of Cindy Steel's books and Stefanie Kay is a favorite narrator as well, but there is something about this particular story that delivers the perfect balance of sweet, snarky, and funny.

I restarted this book immediately after I finished it the first time because I wasn't ready to let these characters go, and when nothing else keeps me entertained while I work, I return to Penny, Chase, (and Harold) again and again.

Five stars for Cindy Steel and Stefanie Kay ⭐always⭐
but if I could throw in a couple of extra stars for this one, I would.🥰

A cute quick read

Love this author. Her books are fun and sweet and not too spicy like a lot of the romances out there now. Love this one, hope to see more soon!

(4.5 stars) - snarky fun!

The enemies-to-lovers trope has always been my favorite. And I enjoy snowed-in stories, though I must admit that at this point, I'm a little tired of same old-same old. This one is a little different & fairly realistic, while managing to be pretty funny as well.

Penny & Chase have been frenemies since jr high for reasons to be revealed. Imagine their chagrin at finding themselves stuck together in a cabin during a blizzard. Penny is surprised to find that the old hurt is still there & doesn't want to concede anything to Chase & his annoying teasing. The initial sparks between the two are more ire than interest, but as things progress, so does their relationship.

It takes a bit of drama for them to finally open up to each other, and it is very satisfying! I haven't had time to really read the last few days and this really hit the spot - light, happy & entertaining!

*Romance level: passionate kisses, a little minor innuendo & a few surprised skimpy clothing encounters but nothing graphic - qualifies as spicy sweet or steamy clean

[The narrator does a great job with the voices & keeping them distinct enough to tell which character is speaking without sounding strained or off - it was a pleasure to listen to the audio version]

Cute!

This was a sweet, fun Christmas read with a cozy setting… and I loved it!

Fun

Love this story! Cute, sexy and playful while still being clean and without swearing. Love the banter and the backstory!

Just a fun, clean, story

This book was like listening to a hallmark movie. It was fun, clean, and a sweet story. I will probably enjoy it every Christmas season.

Performance of Stephanie Kay is terrific of a good story.

I liked the humor and the characters and would strongly recommend for a fun listen of a good story.

Hot and sweet

Oh my! Hand me the fan! Cute enemies to lovers story. Turn off the Hallmark and listen to this audio book! Exactly what I did and didn’t regret a moment. I listened until I needed to take an Amazon break to order a fire extinguisher. Loved this sweet romance!

One of the best Christmas novellas

I will maintain forever and always that this is one of the best Christmas novellas ever written. Ever. The enemies-to-lovers banter is top notch and the story is sweet, with a little bit of steam. Throw in some ice water adventures and a mouse, and you have a total winner. Fabulous book!

Adorable!

A sweet Christmas romance that is sure to give you all the feels! Perfection! Cindy Steel knows how to make the perfect amount of tension.