The Humbug Holiday By Lane Hayes May 2026

Famous mystery author has escaped the hustle and notoriety of Los Angeles to hide away in a run-down Victorian mansion in the picturesque small town of Fallbrook, Vermont. His goal is simple: avoid his family, ignore the holidays, and finish his next book.

: Features mature protagonists who bring life experience and perspective to their relationship. The Humbug Holiday by Lane Hayes

: Working on the house repairs and shared holiday tasks forces them into each other's orbits. Famous mystery author has escaped the hustle and

However, his well-meaning aunts insist he deck the halls, leading him to hire local handyman to handle the repairs and decorations. As it turns out, Joe is the same man Cameron had a memorable one-night stand with not long ago. Both men share a deep-seated dislike for Christmas due to painful past experiences, but as they work together, their mutual "bah-humbug" attitude turns into a genuine connection. Key Characters : Working on the house repairs and shared

: Set in a cozy New England village where everyone knows each other.