Hijinks — Debra Kayn

CONTENT WARNING: Old flames get locked in a smartass Smart House. Temptation rekindles, but the emotional lockdown might open doors they never suspected.

After being dragged around the world since birth by her parents, quirky hairstylist Shannon Johansson has sworn to plant her business...and her butt...in Seaport, California. Risking the loss of the love of her life, she settles in a defective Smart House.

A bulldog in the courtroom, Alex Yager has to convince Shannon he still loves her. Nine months apart has proven his success is nothing without her to share it with. When Shannon's pain of a Smart House locks them in during his New Year's visit, he seizes the opportunity to win back his girl once and for all. No matter what it takes.

Alex is back and playing hardball like the attorney he is, and Shannon's tired of fighting. Can she give in to her love for Alex? He's hoping he can get them out of the crazy house and propose before the town rings in the new year.