A Feel-Good, Clean and Wholesome, Sweet College Romance Love Story

A Clean, Cozy, Romantic Comedy Set in the Heart of Vermont’s Winter Wonderland.

College sweethearts Brad and Judy are ready to trade textbooks for snow boots when winter break arrives. Seeking fresh powder and fresh perspective, the two juniors set out from their New England campus for a month-long adventure in the charming ski village of Smugglers’ Notch, Vermont—a real-life winter wonderland rich in history, heart, and holiday spirit. Nestled between mountain peaks and maple groves, Smugglers’ Notch becomes the perfect backdrop for romance, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

From ski slopes and sleigh rides to trivia nights and torchlight parades, Brad and Judy discover that winter love is more than warm mittens and shared cocoa—it’s about learning each other’s dreams, facing fears, and falling deeper in love with every snowfall. With the help of colorful locals, including a retired ranger with smuggler tales and a matchmaking innkeeper with too many scarves, their story unfolds through moonlit snowshoe hikes, cozy fireside chats, and spontaneous moments that only winter magic can deliver. But when a surprise snowstorm strands them overnight in a neighboring town and long-buried questions about their futures arise, Brad and Judy must decide: is this just a snowy college fling—or is love worth the leap?

A laugh-out-loud, heartwarming romantic comedy filled with real places, cozy traditions, and scenic beauty, this story is the perfect listen for fans of: Clean romance with heart and humor. Winter vacation love stories. College-age coming-of-age tales. Realistic travel fiction with a regional twist. Set against the snowy peaks of Smugglers’ Notch Resort, this feel-good novel captures the joy of young love, the charm of small-town Vermont, and the simple pleasures of winter done right.