Becoming Bella - Sarah Hegger

This Christmas, a good reputation can really get in a girl’s way . . .

As long as she can remember, Bella Erikson’s been the unofficial sweetheart of Ghost Falls, Utah. And ever since Nate Evans dipped her braids in purple paint in the first grade, he’s been her dream guy. Not that she minds the attention, but sometimes she wishes people saw more in her than just the girl who still has a crush on Sheriff Evans. She has a life after all, a new dress shop to run, and more mature relationships to pursue . . .

Nate knows he’s not good enough for sweet Bella. But he’s pretty sure the new guy sending her heart emojis and giant bouquets isn’t either. And when Bella’s suitor turns stalker, protecting Bella isn’t just Nate’s instinct—it’s his duty. Crammed together for safety and really talking for the first time in years, Bella and Nate can’t fight the moment their chemistry turns into pyrotechnics. Whether it will burn them out or light up the sky, only time will tell.

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I'm not sure what it was but something told me to grab Becoming Bella.  I'm so glad I did.  It's the 2nd book in a series I started when the first one came out. Nate is the bad boy turned county sheriff. He still sees himself as the kid who always caused trouble and doesn't see himself as good enough for Bella.  Bella is determined to check off her Christmas bucket list and throughout the story hilarity ensues. There is a touch of darkness to balance out the romance and humor though I felt it was done beautifully. 
If you enjoy a unique holiday romance with humor and a bit of suspense I highly recommend checking Becoming Bella off your Christmas bucket list.