THE TROUBLE WITH MISTLETOE is the second book in The Heartbreaker Bay Series by Jill Shalvis which picks up with this unique group of friends. This story is about two people who have trust issues, feelings about fitting in and being able to put down roots. This little group of friends are very protective of each other and they each have past issues that make them unique to this group. They provide support for each other along with humor. The relationship between Petunia (the feline from Hell) and Keane is hilarious.

Pet shop owner Willa Davis is frustrated when Keane Winters shows up at her shop with the pink bedazzled cat carrier desperately seeking her help to take care of his aunt's cat. Not only does he need a sitter but he has no memory of Willa from high school and how she was humiliated and heartbroken. Even after learning why Willa seems frustrated with him, Keane still has no memory of her from high school.

It's obvious that Keane has changed since high school but it will take some work to convince Willa. Willa's past and a previous relationship makes it hard for her to trust. So even though she and Keane have incredible chemistry she finds it hard to trust that they can have a relationship. Keane is used to moving from one location to the next and is surprised that being around Willa makes him want more. Even though he's ready to try something permanent he realizes that Willa is not there yet.

I enjoyed this story because Jill Shalvis did a great job of showing how these two individuals evolved and found a way to go after what they wanted. Willa found the courage to trust again and to seek happiness. Keane finally chose to put down roots and realize that he belongs and wants a family.