She’s a former mafia princess. He’s been hired to track down her family secret… After escaping my life as a Russian mafia princess, I’ve got everything I could possibly want—other than a family. So when the Christmas concert at the seniors’ residence where I volunteer is at risk of being canceled, I have a perfect solution. My kindergarten students can perform for them. Because who doesn’t love … Because who doesn’t love cute singing kids?
Well, it would be cute if I knew what the heck I was doing. On top of that, one of my grandfather’s enemies has a different future in mind for me, which is putting a major damper on the festivities.
Fortunately, Landon Reed, the sexy substitute teacher, might be the one person who can help me with both situations…
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My mission? Pretend to be a kindergarten teacher and become Chloe’s boyfriend so my team can track down her mafia cousin, the new crime boss who’s gone into hiding.
Except, my time in the Navy SEALs didn’t prepare me enough for this. For one, the last thing Chloe wants is a boyfriend. And what the heck do I know about teaching kids and putting on Christmas concerts?
But when her grandfather’s enemy attempts to kidnap her, the truth becomes a tangled mess—taking my heart along with it.
Because if there’s one thing Chloe doesn’t want, it’s to fall down the rabbit hole of her past. And that’s exactly where we’re heading.
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A Fast-Paced Suspense Story With Christmas Cheer, laughs, Cute Kids, A Sweet Puppy, Cutthroat Action+Danger AND A Love That’s Worth it. Loved Landon & Chloe, They were Swoony+Fun!
[NOTE: I’ll Recommend To Read the previous Book before reading this one. It’s not necessary, but you’ll Understand the Situation + Characters better that way.]
Landon, Ex-SEAL & Works In Liam’s Security company, Is Alpha+Charming… Chloe, Former Mafia Princess & Kindergarten Teacher, Is Sweet+Kind & Sassy+Kickass When needed!
Both aren’t looking for a relationship (Pains in Past), Until they meet eachother.
Landon has to get close to Chloe, Undercover as ‘The New Teacher’ & become her boyfriend. To Protect her From the Contract on her head AND To get info about Nikolai’s(her Crime boss Cousin) whereabouts. OR atleast bring Nik out.
Chloe needs help. To Not cancel the Kid’s Christmas concert at the senior Home She volunteers, She took it upon herself to organize her school kids to perform. But she’s no good at singing or performing.
As Chloe helps him with handling his Class, Landon Helps her with the concert, Full Charming! AND the pup he rescued at the start of book steals Chloe’s heart
Then She’s Attacked…Which leads to him telling her the Partial truth (Who he is + She’s In danger).
Sparks Fly as they start a Fake Relationship, so he can stay with her 24/7.
AND A Kiss under the mistletoe at Thanksgiving Party Leads them to Finally give in to the need.
Weeks Pass.. Kids’ Practice, Christmas Decorations, Sexy times, Them opening up about their Pasts… Falling in Love.
BUT Dangers Grow 10 fold.
3 bodies Discovered, Full Truth time, Their breakup, Ignoring Game, Her Accident *Oh no!*, The Talk, Him Leaving The Case & her…
“I’ve already gone through the pain of Losing the woman I loved. I’m not interested in making that two out of two. And Yes, I love her. I don’t believe in love at first Sight. That’s for Fools and Romantics. But even though we’ve only been together for a few weeks, What I feel for her is Real.” ~Landon
But the Case doesn’t Leave him.
The Shootout at Mall Happens..Why? By Whom? Does Someone Die?
It’s Heart-racing and OMG! Landon’s injured..But I’m glad he’s OK + after his surgery the two finally confess their Love!
It Seems All’s good then. Landon & Chloe are recovering and The Christmas Concert’s a hit.
BUT Then She’s Kidnapped Afterwards..AND We finally Get all Our Answers!
Why was She targeted? Who’s after Her? Is it Mafia Revenge OR Personal? Will She Ever be safe?
The Ladies Are kickass! Find a way out…The Truth was such a twist from what I expected!!
All I’ll Say that Nikolai hadn’t been as bad as I initially thought AND Her Granddad is A SOB *Angry huff*
I loved the story, it kept me on edge! His team was so helpful, to protect her and to bring them together.
The epilogue was Gorgeous
P.s. What a Teaser for Adam’s book! I wonder whats he doing in Vegas? *Wink*
P.p.s. So excited for Keira’s (Chloe’s bestie) Story!
My Christmas reading binge is back on track! Like all Lindenblatt books, this one is full of fun, humor, and heart. Oh, and this one is also full of Christmas cheer with a little Grinch on the side. There’s a very good reason for the Grinchiness, though. If you’re looking for a face-paced holiday story that has light drama, suspense, and intrigue along with lots of fun check this one out. It’s worth it. I love all the characters from the Love Undercover series!
This book is pretty much my idea of the perfect holiday book/movie/fairytale/whatever! It’s got it all, and just in time for the season!
A great story to bring Landon and Chloe’s story to life. Love the originality of the story line and the steamy chemistry doesn’t hurt either!! Loved it. Highly recommend.
I was lucky enough to have received an ARC for, ‘Spying under the Mistletoe’, in exchange for an honest review. Sorry its a little late Stina.
I absolutely loved this book, it has a good storyline and great characters. In this book we meet, Chloe and Landon, Chloe is a kindergarten teacher, who years ago walked away from her family that is connected to the Russian mob. Landon, works for a security agency, and goes undercover as a kindergarten teacher, after being tipped off that there is a price on Chloe’s head. Throw in a little ‘Whiskey’, Children and senior’s, and lots of chemistry, and you have a great read. I thoroughly recommend that you read this book, i loved it and think you will to.
If you are like me and love reading Christmas novels, then Spying Under the Mistletoe by Stina Lindenblatt needs to be added to your reading list before the fat man can say ho, ho, ho! I loved this book, grab your copy to see why I did.
It’s the perfect way to kick off my seasonal reading and had the added bonus of being about a character I was hoping would get a heroine who would stand toe to toe with him and make him work for what he wants.
Boy did Chloe do just that with Landon and it was an absolute pleasure to read and fall in love with their unconventional love story. Not to mention fall for a little scene stealer in a wayward pup called Whiskey.
If you are a fan of this author, you will see familiar faces who only add to the story, especially a certain actress and her friends who I would love to have as family. But this said, it can totally be read as a stand-alone read.
I can’t wait for the next story in this series and who am I kidding, anything from this author. Do yourself a favour and grab this book, you won’t be sorry.
Final Score – 4 Stars!
This is easily a weekend read. It was quick & enjoyable. There are, at times, some suspense, intrigue and of course – plenty of heat.
Chloe is a firecracker and Landon is a man on mission – not to fail at any cost. However, a room full of five year old intimate’s him. That was hilarious to witness! Of course, there is the mafia family (which is the purpose of Landon’s mission), painful truths that come to light (causing heartache for our dear Chloe), and of all of it happens while these two are falling for one another – which is the last thing that either one wants – while planning a talent show for a seniors home.
The enjoyed the plot and I couldn’t wait to get back to it to find out how it all ended (all this while trying to work from home as well as take care of a dog). This cast of characters as well as the secondary/supporting characters only added to my enjoyment. The group of elderly characters just made me spit out my morning coffee daily (so much so, I had to re-read passages to make sure I had read it right!).
Can’t wait for the next installment in this series!
This is the second book in the Love Undercover series. I would highly recommend reading the first book (because it was just as good as this one) but it’s not necessary to follow along with Landon and Chloe’s story.
Stina Lindenblatt does it again! I absolutely loved Landon and Chloe! Right off the bat you’ll realize there will be some drama and excitement. I mean, what would you expect from an ex mafia princess and an undercover security agent.
Definitely 5 stars!!
Mistletoe Magic !!!!
OMG What a Superb read,
I Loved it.
It was a pleasure to read with a very addictive storyline placed in the back drop of Christmas .
Landon Reed is undercover,spying on a gorgeous ex Mafia princess Chloe,now a kindergarten teacher.
He thought it would be an easy assignment get the info he needs and get on with his life.
But he quickly discovered he was way out of his depth,no way did he expect the attraction and sizzling chemistry between him and Chloe…and how hard it would be pretending to be something he is not.
Stina Lindenblatt has written such a romantically delightful story and I couldn’t get enough .
Fun ,smart , cute ,intense , and sexy in all the right places,Spying Under the mistletoe took me on an entertaining suspenseful yuletide ride and charmed me from the beginning right until the end ,I adored Landon and Chloe.
This is not your usual Christmas story it is so much better ,a treasure trove of goodness and an Excellent 5 star read.
5 Star Review Spying Under The Mistletoe (Love Undercover #2) by Stina Lindenblatt
I thoroughly enjoyed the first book in the series and I loved this one. This is Chloe and Landon’s story and what an entertaining one it was.
Not only was their plenty of action, suspense and some danger, but it was also steamy and at times witty. Landon is working undercover as a teacher at the school where ex Russian mafia princess Chloe works. This ex Navy Seal is so far out of his element that there were numerous laugh out loud moments as he struggled to deal with his students.
The story was well written, flowed well and was fast paced. It drew me in and held me captive from the first to the last page. What will happen when feelings become involved despite both Chloe and Landon asserting that they are not looking for a relationship?
I loved Chloe, she is such a kind and caring woman and I worried how devastated she would be when she learns of Landon’s real identity and his mission.
The supporting characters add an additional layer to my enjoyment and the elderly people at the nursing home where Chloe volunteers had me in stitches.
I am excited to read the next book in the series.
Good addition to the Love Undercover series. An easy read with a nice mix of humor, heat, heart and suspense. Loved the chemistry and connection between Chloe and Landon. Enjoyed the journey they both went on to leave their pasts behind to embrace their futures. Little Whiskey just stole my heart. Can’t wait for Adam’s story. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC
Chloe and Landon meet under extraordinary circumstances. See she thinks he is a substitute teacher filling in for her partner teacher. Little does she know, Landon is sent to protect her from the awful family she escaped from. Who happen to also want to attempt to try to kill her. However, Chloe seems to not care as she finally has the family she has always wanted, even if she created them all herself, by escaping her awful mafia family. The family she has created include her amazing friends, amazing students she lives teaching and adores. And her absolute favorites are senior citizens who treat her like a grand child. She knows them from the senior center she volunteers at weekly.
Life is good for Chloe. Her past was so awful, she needed to live a better life. Though she left her cousin who also happened to be her best friend behind and her mother, she knew she couldn’t stay with her awful grandfather and the bad person he truly was. Fast forward, she is once again confronted Landon hired to protect her from her past. Landon convinces her to be in a fake relationship but she worries for her heart. All the men her life have hurt her or let her down. But with this relationship fake and Landon’s constant protection, nothing could go wrong, right?!
This was a wild fun ride of a read. As a huge Stina Lindenblatt fan, I knew the romance and swoon would be there, but the suspense and great mystery was a fun addition to this amazing book. This is an absolute must read. Bonus points for the cute dog that Landon finds who ends up being an essential cuteness part of this story. If you love swoony romances and a little mystery tale on the side you will absolutely love this book!
Love it!
Fun story with great characters and a plot that keeps on twisting – a great read!
This is a fun story with romance and intrigue. I love this series and always enjoy seeing past characters, especially the older ones. They’re always good for a chuckle. Whiskey is a great addition. I’m anxious to find out what happens next. I received this book in exchange for an honest review.
Chloe is an ex-mafia princess and has been living her life as a kindergarten teacher unaware of anything happening with her family. Landon and his team are determined to track down Nickoli and put him behind bars. To do this, Landon goes undercover as a substitute kindergarten teacher to get close to Chloe, become her boyfriend and figure out where her cousin is hiding. Chloe is almost kidnapped and the partial truth comes out so Landon and Chloe agree to fake their relationship to pull the person who wants to kill her out of hiding. The only thing is, it also pulls their hearts out of hiding also.
Spying Under the Mistletoe is a military and mafia romantic comedy that will have you laughing out loud and put you in the holiday spirit. Stina Lindenblatt knows how to write lighthearted, steamy romantic comedies. I loved how both Landon and Chloe attempted to fight their want of a relationship even though everything kept bringing them together. Every time they went to the seniors center I was laughing out loud. The kindergarten kids reminded me of my own boys and their antics. I am looking forward to more books from Stina.
“I wouldn’t be surprised if tiny polar bears are playing tag in my gut.” – Chloe, Spying Under the Mistletoe by Stina Lindenblatt
Landon Reed is on a mission to find a mafia boss and he’s going to do that by getting close to the mafia princess who has walked away from her family and is living the quiet life as a kindergarten teacher. There’s a contract on her life, and she’s likely to expose her cousin Nikolai Orlov, who both sides are looking for. Landon’s plan is to get close and date her while he’s teaching the other kindergarten class.
I’ll admit I had a hard time seeing Landon undercover as a teacher of small children, but he manages to make it believable. It’s a good thing he has Chloe to help him because things do get tense as the story unfolds and Chloe’s family gets involved with what is happening.
Starting as work colleagues and with some help from a rescued puppy, Landon and Chloe find they have a spark together, and after revealing their past hurts, become even closer. Both are on the way to falling hard for each other when Landon has to reveal what he’s doing and things just take off from there.
I really like this series. It’s got a great mix of romance, humor and action. While this one was a little more serious than the first book in the series, there is still a very nice level of all of these things.
Very enjoyable read.
I received a free ARC copy of this book from the author prior to release and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This was a very fun and interesting story and I would even say very original. I don’t think I have ever seen a mafia princess as a Kindergarten teacher before but it worked wonderfully in this story.
This is Landon’s story and we get to see Jayden, Ava and Isabelle and even her grandmother in this story. I loved getting glimpses of characters from other stories in the current story.
Chloe is a sweetheart. She has had a really horrible life but she escaped and is now a kindergarten teacher. But her cousin Nickolai is in trouble and the FBI believe that he will contact her and there also might be a hit on her. Enter Landon, who the FBI has hired to protect her and find Nickolai. He is going undercover as teacher too.
And this story has lots of mafia types running around. Some danger and lots of laughs along the way as Landon and Chloe discover the magic of the Christmas season.
This story really impressed me at how original a storyline it was. I loved the hijinks and danger that the author puts Chloe in and I loved how she manages to save herself. However its a bit far fetched. So bring your holiday spirit and enjoy this Christmas time romance.
I really enjoyed book one in this series and was so excited to be jumping straight into Spying Under the Mistletoe, I wasn’t disappointed, this story was everything I expected and so much more.
In this instalment we get Landon and Chloe’s story and just like the previous book there is the perfect mix of love, intrigue and suspense. Landon is undercover as a teacher at the school where ex Russian mafia princess Chloe also works and the fun starts right here with Landon trying to get his head around the students he is meant to be teaching. Landon’s mission is to get Chloe to fall for him so he can get knowledge on her family but what happens when real feelings come into play and will Chloe forgive him when she finds out he isn’t the man he is portraying……..
I loved Chloe, she is kind and caring in fact she is everything you would expect in a kindergarten teacher, Landon is a swoon worthy ex seal who gives us some real laugh out loud moments as he try’s to deal with his students, the writing is strong and the plot is believable and I can’t wait for book 3 in this fun, entertaining series.
Landon is a man of many talents. He’s not looking for love.
Chloe is a strong compassionate woman. She has a lot of baggage.
They make for one interesting complicated couple. They both fight there feelings till they just can’t anymore. Loved the banter between them. There chemistry is off the charts.
Chloe is a kindergarten teacher who left her mafia princess life behind. She has nothing to do with them. She has happy life. She doesn’t know that someone put a contract out on her. So enter sexy, former seal Landon Reed. He’s substituting as a kindergarten teacher. She’s attack at school in the parking lot. Landon saves her. So she agrees to him pretending to be her boyfriend , so he can protect her. They have chemistry, too. Will their chemistry make it harder to protect her? Will they find out who is after her? Will Landon keep her safe? Will they get to her? I loved this book. Stina did it again. I love reading her book. Worth the read