Shy Santa By M.r. Becker (2027)

As a former Marine, the protagonist Bear brings a "grumpy-but-soft" dynamic to the romance, especially when interacting with his daughter. About the Author

While Bear takes a job as security for a local male revue—a sharp contrast to the town's wholesome "Kissing Springs" reputation—he meets . Addy, who has been feeling stuck in a monotonous routine, finds herself drawn to the protective Marine and his young daughter. As the holiday magic of the town takes hold, Addy and Bear must navigate their pasts and a sudden unexpected danger to see if they can build a future together. Key Highlights and Themes Shy Santa by M.R. Becker

Readers on platforms like Goodreads generally praise M.R. Becker for creating "scary protective" yet "soft" male leads and for the high emotional resonance of her stories. M.R. Becker: books, biography, latest update - Amazon.com As a former Marine, the protagonist Bear brings