Island of Us: The Beginning of Forever - Paperback

Shanice is determined to make this Christmas unforgettable. After catching her ex-boyfriend talking sweet nothings to his wife, while their combined passion still lingered on her skin, she vows to swear off men for good. With her heart newly unburdened and time on her hands, she channels her energy into creating a holiday tribute to her late, Christmas-loving mother. The last thing she expects is to befriend Kendrick.

Kendrick has always believed in love, at least, until it betrayed him. Chasing the ideal romance he saw in his parents, he ignored the warning signs in his last relationship, only to have his dreams shattered. Now, his one rule is simple: his future partner must despise Christmas as much as he does. But the loss of his beloved grandmother has turned his disdain into something deeper, a guarded heart and a hollow holiday spirit. Few know the real pain behind his loathing, and Kendrick intends to keep it that way.

When Shanice and Kendrick strike an unconventional deal, their budding friendship transitions quickly. Her passion for Christmas clashes with his disdain. As they navigate loss, love, and the fragile hope of new beginnings, will their differences bring them closer, or tear them apart?