Naughty or Nice

Alta Hensley

On Christmas Eve in New York City, jewelry influencer Chloe Hallman expects another lonely holiday—but finds herself caught between a protective firefighter and a mysterious admirer captivated by her secret online persona. As desire draws her toward both men, hidden grief, private fantasies, and an unsettling presence outside her home begin to converge. Blending dark romance, suspense, and obsessive devotion, this provocative holiday tale explores the dangerous boundary between protection and possession. With its intimate tension and atmospheric seasonal setting, it asks whether Chloe is moving toward her greatest passion—or walking into a carefully planned trap.