A Noche Buena for Lonely Hearts
by
BLURB
One Christmas Eve, a chance for healing awaits lifestyle influencer Luciana “Lux” Blake in “A Noche Buena for Lonely Hearts,” a heartwarming holiday romance.
Luciana is surrounded by holiday cheer that feels painfully out of reach. While she hides her heartache behind a flawless façade, past trauma crashes the fiesta, prompting her to escape familial chaos.
Fate intervenes when she bumps into family friend Oliver Amador, a sexy single papi, longing to escape the shadows of his pain.
When he offers her a ride, their journey takes an unexpected turn, setting the stage for a magical Noche Buena.
One that promises to change everything.
As they bond over their shared heartbreak, Luciana and Oliver strike a one-night deal to create the perfect Christmas Eve together and then go their separate ways. Under the glow of the lights, their connection deepens through shared stories, slow dancing, and steamy kisses that set their souls on fire.
But as the clock ticks down to their bittersweet goodbye, the ghosts of the past come barging in. Will Oliver and Luciana find the courage to embrace a new beginning or let their past overshadow the magic of an unforgettable night?
A Noche Buena for Lonely Hearts is a companion piece (prequel) to my upcoming novel, The Spring in My Heart, the next full installment in my A Love for All Seasons series.
The Book Junkie Reads . . . Review of . . . A NOCHE BUENA FOR LONELY HEARTS . . . In "A Noche Buena for Lonely Hearts," J. L. Lora presents a poignant and heartwarming holiday romance that explores the thin line between public perfection and private pain. Luciana “Lux” Blake is a lifestyle influencer whose flawless facade is beginning to crack under the weight of past trauma and familial expectations. Her escape from the holiday chaos leads her to Oliver Amador, a family friend who is also navigating his own shadows.
The "one-night deal" trope is handled with exceptional emotional maturity. What begins as a temporary pact to survive the night evolves into a profound connection rooted in shared vulnerability. As Lux and Oliver bond over their pasts, the setting of Noche Buena provides a rich, vibrant backdrop for their healing. The narrative successfully balances steamy tension with the quiet, tender moments of slow dancing and storytelling under the glow of Christmas lights.
This is a beautiful interracial holiday romance that truly warms the heart and soul. As a prequel to "The Spring in My Heart," it does an excellent job of establishing the series' emotional stakes while functioning as a satisfying standalone story. It is a testament to the idea that the right person can help turn a night of loneliness into a season of new beginnings.
My Final Word: A soulful and evocative read that captures the true spirit of the holidays through healing and hope. It is a must-read for those who appreciate romance with depth and cultural resonance.
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