After the death of his wife, Nick Valenti is raising his twins on his own. It’s no surprise when his son, Quinn, gets a part in the holiday show, but Nick is amazed when he shows up at the parent meeting and finds his old high school friend is now his son’s music teacher.<br><br>Emmett James is full of passion and energy, and Nick is captivated by him. Volunteering to help with sets gives Nick the opportunity to get to know the man Emmett has become. Sparks fly, flirting ensues, and Nick wants nothing more than to see where the attraction between them goes.<br><br>With Christmas in the air, and holiday music helping them along, will Nick and Emmett find a romance that can last?

Twas the Play Before Christmas

“You made it. I was getting worried.”


I rolled my eyes. “I don’t know why you would, Ma.”


“Leave the boy alone, Marie.” My dad turned to Nina and held out his arms. “You look beautiful, princess.”


“Thank you.” Nina gave a demure courtesy, ruined completely by her wide grin. “Can I sit on your lap, Papa? I want to see better than earlier. I was way at the back and could hardly see when my class saw it today.” She made a face, then turned to me and her expression broke into a knowing grin. “Just you wait, Dad.”


“Oh, so you’re in on the secret, too?” I asked as I took my seat.


Chapter 14