Hearth and Home — Ayla Ruse

What's an elf to do when she finds herself between Hearth and Home?

Santa strives for peace and harmony, not only on Earth, but in the Otherworlds as well. This year proves that peacekeeping is no easy task. First, he has an unhappy elf on his hands. Nikki runs one of his gift departments, but the corporate world is not making her happy. She wants a husband and her current elf pickings are slim. Second, Santa's received a request from two of Bindoal Dimension's most prominent males… Kobol Home and Braun Hearth need a wife. Santa's easy solution? Put the three together and let them find a happily ever after.

For Nikki, Kobol and Braun, however, Santa's gift comes with unexpected surprises. Nikki believes this is a one-night stand. Braun does not care for elves, and Kobol's afraid Nikki will want to return to the corporate world.

Even though sparks ignite between the three, will this be enough for them to create a happily ever after, or will their expectations make for a regrettable Christmas Eve?