Coming home for Christmas is the easy part...
I haven't been home for Christmas since I lost my brother, and there are reasons I shouldn't be here now. One of them is named Raine Edwards—she's been my best friend since we were kids, but now she's also my brother's widow. What kind of holiday homecoming is waiting for me if Raine finds out that my silence these past years has really meant that I'm accidentally in love with her? That she's a sweet temptation wrapped up in my Christmas memories with Jesse and the life they shared?

But maybe it's finally time to lay it all on the line. A Christmas kiss under the mistletoe could be the perfect way to show her what she means to me. Memories of my brother and what I lost have kept me away for years, but maybe it's time to admit that loving Raine is the thing that'll keep me here.

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Juliana Stone fell in love with her first book boyfriend when she was twelve. She decided that when she grew up she would like to write her own book boyfriends and, luckily, she gets to do this. She writes dark paranormal romance as well as contemporary romance and now is excited to write young adult as well. She lives with her husband, kids, a dog and a cat somewhere in the wilds of Canada.

"The Christmas He Loved Her by Juliana Stone will have you wishing for your own special Xmas gift! " - Readaholics Anonymous

""The Christmas He Loved Her" is a passionate and moving romance that will make your heartache for Jake & Raine. This is a very satisfying read just remember to have your tissues ready." - Bitten By Love Reviews

"Actually, go ahead and buy The Summer He Came Home and then go pre-order The Christmas He Loved Her. I insist you do this ASAP. You won't regret it!" - Redheads Review it Better

"Readers will enjoy the passionate interludes, feisty protagonists, and smalltown charm." - Publishers Weekly

"It's a roller coaster ride of tears, laughter and love and Stone delivers it flawlessly. This is easily my favorite book of hers to date! " - Ramblings from a Chaotic Mind

"I adored this story and think it was a wonderful addition to this already fantastic series." - Reading Between the Wines

"Watching Raine and Jake bury their demons and find love was a beautiful journey and I was really happy to be along for the ride!!" - Sam, Elena, & Rhonda's Awesomeness

"I really love this series and I love the cast of characters that Juliana has created. I can't wait for the next book in this series." - Books-n-Kisses

"Juliana Stone writes love scenes that sizzle, heat the blood, and send the heart racing while revealing the truest, most heart-felt love one can imagine as she gives the reader a special vicarious experience with Jake and Raine in The Christmas He Loved Her." - Long and Short Reviews

"Two lost souls who've been friends forever struggle to overcome the past and get on with their lives in this heart-wrenching, uplifting story that overflows with family, friends, and holiday spirit and is infused with the healing power of love. " - Library Journal

"I give this book 5 full moons and highly recommend it to contemporary romance readers out there." - Book Lovin' Mamas

"You won't be disappointed." - Urban Girl Reader

"This book is about finding love and learning you are not alone when tragedy strikes and it is done well. " - Yummy Men, Kick Ass Chicks

"A heartfelt look into pain and grief and the saving beauty of love. Achingly beautiful." - Carly Phillips, New York Times bestselling author

"Juliana Stone goes far beyond that and delivers a romance with warmth and real depth to it. If you're looking to start your Christmas romance reading, this is certainly one to pick up." - All About Romance

" highly recommend this book but I must warn you, it takes you on an emotional ride. " - Love to Read for Fun

"Showcasing the healing power of love, the characters are relatable and the feelings evoked are quite heartfelt. Prepare to run the gamut of emotions with this one! " - RT Book Reviews

"What you will get is love and the trials two people live through before they can be together." - Tracy's Place

"It's a story that will appeal to many readers. " - Smexy Books

"Another solid and poignant read from Stone that I can happily recommend." - Red Hot books

"Jake and Raine are dealing with realistic and incredibly painful issues but Juliana Stone makes all of the heartbreak (and tears) worthwhile with a touching and uplifting ending that perfectly sets up the next novel in the Bad Boys of Crystal Lake series." - Book Reviews & More by Kathy