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A Maple Run Christmas
Christian Christmas romance
A Maple Run Christmas
Book 5 of the Maple Run series
Kandi Williams has loved her friend Rafe for years while he has continued to see her as safely outside the realm of romance. When Rafe needs a pretend girlfriend for the holidays, Kandi agrees to the role and hopes their staged affection might finally move her out of the friend zone. Christmas gatherings make the performance increasingly difficult to separate from genuine longing, placing their friendship at risk. Festive and playful, this Maple Run novella suits readers who enjoy fake dating, friends-to-lovers tension, unrequited crushes, and holiday stories where make-believe creates an opening for overdue honesty.
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Faith and Christian themes · Emotional conflict · Romantic attraction and kissing
Alcohol-Free Pour
Desert Lime Cooler
Lime, honey, and mint make this sparkling cooler feel like a breeze across the desert.
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- Combine the noncarbonated ingredients in a glass or shaker and stir or shake until mixed. Pour over ice, top with any carbonated ingredient, and stir gently.
- Garnish: Use a matching citrus wheel, berry, or herb from the recipe when available.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Mulled Wine
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A slow-sipping glass of wine suits a wintry evening with a book.
What you'll need
- 1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine
- 1 orange, sliced ↗
- 2 cinnamon sticks ↗
- 4 whole cloves ↗
- 2 star anise ↗
- 2 tbsp honey or sugar, adjusted to taste ↗
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How to mix it
- Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Warm gently over low heat for 15–20 minutes, without boiling. Taste and adjust sweetness. Strain into heatproof mugs. Makes about 5 servings.
- Garnish: Orange slice.
- Glassware: Heatproof mug.
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