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J. Sterling – Christmas With Saint

Christmas With Saint is a spicy Christmas novella by New York Times bestseller J. Sterling. This story is part of the author’s Fun For The Holidays series, although it can be ready as a standalone story.

Here’s more about the book, along with our free Enticing Eight downloadable discussion question guide for your spicy book club.

Book description

Ivy
I’ve been in love with Saint my whole life. At least that’s how it feels. He’s never looked at me as anything more than his best friend’s little sister. Being stuck in the friend zone is my literal nightmare when it comes to him and I want out.

Saint
Ivy has no idea the way I see her. It kills me that she thinks I don’t want her the same way she wants me. But I made a promise to her brother. One I knew I’d end up breaking at some point.

Can I get the girl without losing my best friend in the process? It’s time to find out.

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Christmas With Saint book club discussion guide

**PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS DISCUSSION QUESTION GUIDE MIGHT INCLUDE SPOILERS**

We’ve provided the Enticing Eight below; eight spicy and intriguing questions to spark discussion and help you uncover the spine-tingling depths of the story.

The Enticing Eight

Foreplay – Warm Up Questions

1. What’s the overall spice level? 1 (Not Spicy) – 10 (Spiciest Thing I’ve Ever Read)?

2. How does the spice level compare to the other books we’ve read together?

3. If you had your own North Pole kink, would it lean more toward elf mischief or Santa-level authority, and why?

The Spicy Bits – Gettin’ Down and Dirty with the Plot

4. If Saint came strolling in with that silent-but-searing energy, would you dive in without a word, or would you need a real conversation first to keep it from combusting?

5. When it comes to the bro code – especially with siblings involved – do you think it’s a sacred rule or just an outdated excuse to avoid dealing with messy desire?

6. If the truth has to come out to her brother, who should drop the bomb first: Ivy, Saint, or both together so no one can hide behind the other?

7. Was Ivy justified in pushing Saint about his radio silence? Did she cross into needy territory or was it actually him dodging intimacy?

Aftercare – Final Thoughts

8. What do you think of the *secret* Christmas list that Ivy kept? Cute or creepy?

Bonus: Would you have wanted a full book based on these characters or was the novella enough for you?

Please feel free to use this post as a starting point for your spicy book club discussion questions and use the comments below to share your thoughts and insights about the book. You can also get a free downloadable copy of the discussion guide using the button below.

download the Enticing Eight Questions

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December 4, 2025
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Categories: Book Series, Novella, Standalone BookTags: Audiobook Narration - Dual, Best Friend's Sister, Brother's Best Friend, Christmas Spicy Romance, Friends To Lovers, Fun For The Holidays Series, Holiday Romance, J. Sterling Books, POV - Dual First Person, Winter Romance

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