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His Stand-In Holiday Girlfriend
Contemporary Christmas romantic comedy
His Stand-In Holiday Girlfriend
Book 1 of the Christmas in the City series
156 pages · First published 2019
Ellie's first day as an intern takes an unexpected turn when Brady, the company's head of design, asks her to pretend to be his girlfriend. Tasked with organizing a Christmas gala alongside his persistent ex-girlfriend, Brady hopes a convincing fake relationship will keep unwanted romantic advances at bay. Ellie reluctantly agrees, but their arrangement grows complicated as workplace mishaps, holiday festivities, and family gatherings bring them closer together. As their pretend affection begins to feel increasingly genuine, both must decide whether their relationship is worth pursuing beyond the holiday season. This lighthearted Christmas romance blends fake dating, workplace complications, and festive humor with the possibility of unexpected love.
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Workplace power imbalance (supervisor/intern); persistent and manipulative ex-girlfriend; deception through a fake relationship; family and social pressure; kissing.
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Rosemary Cranberry Fizz
Festive cranberry and rosemary bring Christmas-gala sparkle to Ellie and Brady's unexpectedly sweet fake-dating romance.
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- Garnish: Use a matching citrus wheel, berry, or herb from the recipe when available.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Amaretto Sour
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Sweet almond and tart lemon capture the playful tension between Brady and Ellie as their holiday arrangement turns into real romance.
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- Garnish: Lemon wheel and cocktail cherry.
- Glassware: Rocks glass.
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