Frost & Flame - Vanessa Noir

At thirty years old, Lily Mason never expected her life to take a sharp turn at her parents’ annual holiday party. But when she locks eyes with Evelyn Wilder, her former literature professor, feelings come rushing back with a force she can’t ignore. Evelyn is older, refined, and fiercely independent, her life carefully curated to keep emotions at bay. But all of that unravels when Lily walks back into her life, determined and unapologetically flirtatious.

What starts as innocent banter quickly spirals into something deeper, something neither of them expected. Evelyn’s strict boundaries begin to crumble as Lily challenges her every belief about age, love, and desire. Their connection is undeniable, their chemistry electric, but stepping into the light means confronting fears neither of them are ready to face.

With friends supportive but skeptical, and society quick to judge, Evelyn must decide if she’s willing to risk her carefully built world for the chance at real happiness. And Lily has to prove that love doesn’t come with an expiration date.

Set against the backdrop of snowy cabins and warm nights by the fire, Frost & Flame is a spicy, slow-burn romance that explores the power of second chances, the courage to step out of the shadows, and the undeniable fire that only grows hotter with age.

Perfect for readers who love:

• Age-gap romance with a twist

• Powerful, confident older women and fierce, unapologetic younger women

• Slow-burn tension that builds to explosive passion

• Cozy cabin getaways, holiday magic, and the warmth of found family

Will love melt away the barriers they’ve built, or will fear keep them locked away from what they both truly want?