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  • Published: 31 October 2023
  • ISBN: 9780593437414
  • Imprint: Jove
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 352
  • RRP: $38.00

Unleashed Holiday



When an old rival reappears right before the holidays, a professional dog trainer must decide if the melting frost between them can make up for their ruff past, from the USA Today bestselling author of Dog Friendly.

“Reading Unleased Holiday was sheer joy. I chewed up the pages.” —#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber

When an old rival reappears right before the holidays, a professional dog trainer must decide if the melting frost between them can make up for their ruff past, from the USA Today bestselling author of Dog Friendly.

Chelsea Higgins is doing just fine. She’s heading into the holidays at the helm of a thriving dog training business, and she’s got a mellow senior dog at home to keep her warm at the end of the day. What more could she need? Enter certified gym bro Andrew Gibson: Chelsea’s former nemesis, and now the newest neighbor in her business complex, who also wants to expand into the vacant space Chelsea’s been eyeing for months. Who cares if it’s the season of joy? Let the turf war begin.

When an unfortunate (and literal) run-in with Andrew’s lawless dog leaves Chelsea with a bum wrist, the two strike a deal: Andrew will help Chelsea rehab the injury if she’ll work with him to train his adorably uncivilized boxer.

Their typical bickering soon turns to bantering, and Chelsea finds herself inexplicably drawn to the man she thought she had nothing in common with. As she gets to know Andrew and his parents, she realizes she needs to refocus on her own family, especially with a milestone Christmas speeding toward them. But Chelsea can't help wondering if she and Andrew are training for keeps, or if this unexpected Christmas gift is just too good to be true.

  • Published: 31 October 2023
  • ISBN: 9780593437414
  • Imprint: Jove
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 352
  • RRP: $38.00

About the author

Victoria Schade

Victoria Schade is a dog trainer and speaker who serves as a dog resource for the media and has worked both in front of and behind the camera on Animal Planet, as a co-host on the program Faithful Friends, and as a trainer and wrangler on the channel’s popular Puppy Bowl specials. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, her dogs Millie and Olive, and the occasional foster pup.

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Praise for Unleashed Holiday

Praise for the novels of Victoria Schade

“Pet lovers, eat your heart out.”—The Boston Globe

“A page-turning, feel-good story that—like a wet nose and a wagging tail—will work its way straight into readers’ hearts. Add this literary gem to your TBR immediately!”—Kristy Woodson Harvey, New York Times bestselling author of The Wedding Veil

“A perfect romance—charming characters, amazing chemistry, and a rescue dog that steals your heart!” —Jennifer Probst, New York Times bestselling author of Our Italian Summer

“Like the proverbial dog with a bone, I devoured this book in almost one go. Pure delight!” —Julia London, New York Times bestselling author of You Lucky Dog

“Chock full of heart and humor, anyone who has ever been redeemed by the love of a dog will treasure this uplifting, big-hearted novel.” —Lori Nelson Spielman, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Crossed Sisters of Tuscany