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
: Set in a cozy New England village where everyone knows each other.
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.
: A capable, local carpenter and "sexy silver fox" who is deeply embedded in the Fallbrook community. Themes & Tropes
: Features mature protagonists who bring life experience and perspective to their relationship.
: A reclusive, successful writer who is a "grumpy Scrooge" regarding the holidays.