Holiday Pup-capade

A Four Legged Cupid Story

It seemed like the perfect plan. Get out of town. Fast, and wait for the shrapnel of my blown-up life to settle.

I took a job in a small—and I do mean small—town up north as a pet groomer. There’s nothing to do, no place to go, so I should be able to stay out of trouble.

Except there’s this dog. No one seems to know where he belongs, and he thinks he belongs with me, so he follows me everywhere.

When his owner finally does show up, of course the man is an insufferable jerk. And incredibly gorgeous. And he needs a dog sitter.

Who am I to say no to a quick buck and a week of canine companionship? Besides, it’s too delicious to tease Jack with every update about how much his dog loves me. I wasn’t trying to make a life here. I had no intention of falling in love. I don’t think Jack was looking for romance either.

We both blame the dog for what happened next.

©2023 Jaime Samms (P)2026 Jaime Samms

Sweet and heartwarming story!

I really liked the chemistry between the MCs, and Bryce's sass! Jack was dealing with grief that made him seem like a grump, when in fact he was doing the best he could. Bryce is able to look beyond the exterior to see the man underneath, and Jack doesn't know what hit him! And let's not forget the adorable pup that brought them together!

Short and Sweet

Enjoyed the story overall, but of course left me longing for more! Novellas always do that to me! Bryce is a former stripper from the wrong side of the tracks. Ha trying to remake himself as a dog groomer in a small Canadian town. We’re never quite sure what or whom he’s running from, but we are given a few clues that he’d rather not be found.
Jack is a grumpy landlord who begrudgingly owns a roaming dog. A dog who keeps making its way to Jack’s newly rented house.
Through this meet-cute, the two men find themselves immediately flirting by text, then in person. Because it’s a short story, a relationship occurs quickly. Throw in a sentient house, and WHAM!, there’s a short book that definitely leaves you wanting more! Well written, excellent narration, but a bit lacking in overall substance! I’m off to see if I can find more! This is a new author for me, so I definitely want to read/listen to more of their work!

Cute Novella

First time listening to this narrator and he did well giving each character their own personality. Cute novella by Jamie Samms.

Cute Novella

Cute holiday novella. Love that the dog knew exactly what they needed and made them understand what was missing

Short and sweet

I really enjoyed this short story by a new to me author
Very low spice, little to no angst - but sweet story with a lovely 4 legged that steals the show
Well performed by Greg Boudreaux
>I am from Canada and loved all of the Canadian references Two MC’s who have their fair share of hardship and heartbreak