The Naughty or Nice List by Ellie Hall

I’m on Santa’s nice list. He’s on the naughty list, but now he wants a second chance. I’m fresh out of charity…and cookies.

Rachel
I’d like to say I’m back in my hometown with bells on to see the annual Christmas parade and light show. Instead, I’m here to help my ailing mother survive the holidays. When I literally run into my high school sweetheart who is now a pro football star—okay, I was out for a jog and wish I could’ve hid from him—I’ll need a miracle (and some egg nog) to make it to the new year.

Rylen
Going back home wasn’t on my Christmas wish list this year, but running into my high school sweetheart is a gift I didn’t realize I wanted. And it keeps on giving when I have the chance to play Santa at her mother’s care center. The only bah humbug is that my father’s will stipulates I get married by Christmas or lose the money to fund my non-profit.