Holiday Romance

Curl up by the fire with a sufganyiot (donut) or two, with your favourite drink and celebrate the magic of Hanukah with these two linked, heart-warming stories about love, hope and family.

These sweet novellas are a perfect way to unwind in the busy holiday season, so pick up your copy today!

A Magical Hanukah in New York

When falling in love isn’t as easy as falling in love.


Lisa Sassoon has shunned the scandal of her loser ex-boyfriend cheating on her by escaping to New York. Gabe Olivari, entrepreneur and savvy business New Yorker, can’t let go of the pain of losing his best friend.

Can a dash of Hanukah magic help Lisa and Gabe realise that sparkling dates and dreamy kisses can lead to more? Perhaps even a lifetime of happiness?

Another Magical Hanukah in New York

The Festival of Lights will light their way to love.

For Ben Sassoon, the pain and anger of the long-ago heartbreak are still fresh. Kate Silver never meant to hurt him, but Ben was part of the past she’d needed to escape.

But the magic of Hanukah brings a renewal of Kate’s faith and pride in her heritage. Can it also bring a renewal of the love she once shared with Ben?

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