Bookish Buys: The Christmas Crush by Noelle Douglas
Bookish Buys
Inspired by The Christmas Crush by Noelle Douglas
Channeling the style of Elena Voss and Lawrence Higgins with a red button-down, blue-and-red plaid skirt, black loafers, a light blue apron, and a festive red mixing bowl could be the perfect way to step into a main-character moment this holiday season. The button-down and plaid skirt capture Elena’s sharp, professional flair, with a touch of warmth that feels right at home in a small town like New Hope. Adding Lawrence’s trusty apron and a fresh red mixing bowl, you’re ready to dive into some holiday baking, embracing a mix of business savvy and homey charm—just like Elena when she finds herself unexpectedly teaming up with Lawrence. Whether you're making cookies, tackling holiday tasks, or just enjoying cozy evenings at home, this look helps you feel effortlessly capable, charming, and a little bit magical—like you're the star in your own holiday rom-com.
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About The Christmas Crush by Noelle Douglas:
A small-town baker and a career woman working for a cookie conglomerate get all mixed up in this Christmas rom-com, perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey and Maggie Knox.
Marketing executive Elena Voss’s newest assignment for Sparkle Cookie, a large cookie conglomerate, was meant to be a much-needed break from her toxic boss and the stressful city. She never expected to get into a public—and embarrassing—argument with a sexy baker in New Hope, Pennsylvania. But the townsfolk aren’t exactly thrilled about a corporate chain bakery coming in to ruin their small-town feel.
Lawrence Higgins–and his dog Sugar–have been a beloved staple in New Hope for years. Their bakery specializes in cookies, but with Sparkle Cookie’s upcoming grand opening, he’s worried about rent spikes and stolen customers. Elena wants to write Lawrence off as an opponent she can crush, but his good looks and passion for baking make it difficult to stay professional.
Elena and Lawrence immediately butt heads at a town hall meeting. When a cookie competition makes them join forces, sparks fly, and they find first impressions are often wrong. Can their blossoming connection survive the ensuing cookie war?
