Tess Somerset never planned to return to Maple Ridge - the small town filled with memories she thought she'd left behind forever. But when Christmas draws her home, she is forced to face the scandal that drove her away and the boy she left behind.

Brayden James isn't the reckless troublemaker Tess once knew. Now the beloved pastor of Grace Hollow Church, he's a man transformed by faith, forgiveness, and grace - offering her a second chance Tess isn't sure she deserves.

As the town prepares for its heartwarming Christmas pageant, Tess is drawn into the season's spirit - and into Brayden's quiet strength. Surrounded by snow-covered streets, festive lights, and the music of redemption, she must confront painful truths and ask herself what she truly wants for her future.

But when long-buried secrets surface on a snowy Christmas Eve, Tess faces a choice that will change her life forever. Can she find the courage to forgive herself and embrace the love she thought was lost?

Perfect for readers who love heartfelt Christmas romance, small-town drama, and stories of forgiveness, redemption, and second chances.