It's weird going back with Jack and Ethan to see their first Christmas together after the story had moved on in time at the end of book one.

But it's also a really sweet insight into how they made their long distance relationship work after Ethan got banished to Iowa.

There's also a nice little side plot with an investigation into counterfeiting which takes a sideways turn into an FBI murder case while Ethan deals with his local chief not wanting him there.

Their actual Christmas together is seriously sweet and emotionally satisfying.

I really liked and hated getting to know how Ethan had to face professional consequences for his relationship. The punishment was probably right but it also felt unfair and his insecurity and loneliness made me very sad. But when he does get together with Jack, those are some of the cutest moments of this book. I especially loved the Christmas decorations at the White House and I think the Secret Service Team is too wonderful and supportive.

I’m so glad the author wrote this novella.