No man likes having his bedroom skills described as forgettable, but that’s just what Lila Payne does when she runs into Spencer Thomas again. When she discovers that he’d lied about his name during their brief three-day romp a few months before, she’s so angry that she pretends she doesn’t remember him.
Spence regrets his deception, but not as much as he regrets that their time together didn’t last longer. When she shows up in his town, looking to revitalize her uncle’s mountain resort, Spence is determined to help. Maybe rescuing Lila from a hopeless renovation project will get him in her good graces—and back in her bed.
Lila has no interest in being rescued, and Spence is insulted by her stubborn rebuffs and her “faulty” memory. But when rehab work turns into an after-hours meeting, the two of them are in for a night that just might prove unforgettable…
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Thank for having me here today to talk about my newest release, WE’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS. The book just came out and I’m really excited about it. It’s the third in my “Holloway” series, which references the fictional town where the book is set, Holloway, West Virginia.
Whenever I talk about this book I have a minute where I think about the movie ABOUT LAST NIGHT. Am I dating myself? It’s from the 80s Brat Pack era (right when I was a teen and totally fascinated with that group of rising actors and actors). It’s not as popular as the other movies from this time, mostly because I think the movie was supposed to be more grown-up and take place after school as these pretty people went out into the “real” world.
For those unfamiliar with the movie, let me fill you in. It stars Rob Lowe and Demi Moore. The two meets, have a one-night stand and then try to engage in a relationship despite the interference of their friends and the general immaturity of the characters. It’s not a particularly great movie. But the one-night stand part that clicks. See, WE’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS starts with the couple meeting in a bar. They then have a three-night stand and go their separate ways and back to their lives. Since this is a romance, they meet up again. Turns out they now live in neighboring towns, so ignoring their nights (and days) together isn’t really possible…especially once the hero’s brother and best friend find out about what happened.
I’m not a big fan of books where the man and woman meet and five seconds later one or both have the “he/she is different and could be the one” feeling. I mean, does that really happen over the course of an hour? Possibly, but I’m thinking not that often. But books where the man and woman meet and are attracted to each other from the beginning? Oh, yeah. That totally works for me. The one-night stand (or in the case of my book, three-night) is certainly an example of that.
There’s just something about meeting, sharing time and having a relationship miss that makes the later road to romance more compelling. It’s like they have to work at it. They have to work at it. And, really, isn’t that how life works?
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For more information, including an excerpt, visit www.helenkaydimon.com. And for a chance to win a digital copy of We’ll Be Home For Christmas, just leave a comment below. Good luck! 
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I’ve not read anything by you but sounds like an awesome read. I hope to read it soon when I get some vacation days and life’s not so hectic. Thanks for the excerpt and happy holidays
Lori. (lorih824(at)yahoo(dot)com
I haven’t read the previous books in the series, but this one sounds really fascinating! I love Christmas stories and yours sounds like a great one too
Unfortunately I do remember that movie. LOL. Thanks for the giveaway.
This book sounds great.
Sounds like it would be a fun read.
Sounds great. Love Christmas stories.
I still like Lila’s “faulty” memory. I remember that movie About Last Night. I guess that means I’m old. This book sounds fantastic. Can’t wait to read it to see Spence do a little groveling. Thanks for the giveaway.
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I love these types of stories – and when they use a Christmas theme it is even better.
Thanks for the chance
Pam
I would love to win a digital copy of the book. From the description it sounds like a good read. Thank you for this opportunity.
Yes, I do agree. And I like your concept of a three night stand, instead of a one nighter. Looking forward to reading your book.
I like the idea of Lila’s faulty memory, lol! That sounds like a perfect revenge!
Sounds like fun. I love a good holiday story.
This sounds like a good book.
Congrats on the new release!
I would love to read this book. it sounds very good. Thanks for the giveaway.
Awesome, HelenKay–I love your holiday stories!
Sounds like a great holiday story. Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks everyone! Good luck with the contest.
I don’t remember the movie.
WE’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS looks just wonderful.
Were you talking about St. Elmo’s Fire? I remember the movie and the era…although I was quite a bit older and really enjoyed going out during that period of time. I also liked the Brat Pack movies. I look forward to reading We’ll Be Home For Christmas. Thanks for the opportunity to win.~
That’s a different movie but did have some of the same folks. I think About Last Night came out after St. Elmo’s Fire.
We’ll be home for Christmas should have a home in my kindle – sounds wonderful I love all of Ms. Dimon’s work
I do like stories where the couple have to work hard to get their happiness.