Will Christmas bring her safety—or lead danger straight to her door?

Fleeing to the secluded beauty of Estes Park, Colorado, Tabitha Black is desperate for a quiet, hidden refuge—a place to escape the shadows that haunt her. Wrapped in the peace of a small mountain town, she dares to hope that she finally found safety. But in a place where everyone knows everyone, staying hidden might prove more difficult than she imagined. Her worst fears come true when the one she fears the most shows up at her door.

Adam Patton, the local shop owner with ties to Tabitha's grandmother and a loyalty that runs deep, immediately feels a fierce protective instinct toward Tabitha, clearly in need of a safe harbor. But his protectiveness soon grows into something deeper as he finds himself drawn to her quiet strength and vulnerability. Adam will do whatever it takes to shield Tabitha from the darkness of her past, even if it means putting himself in harm's way.

With everything on the line, will this holiday bring Tabitha a second chance at love and safety—or end in tragedy?

An unforgettable story of suspense, romance, and the spirit of the season, perfect for those who believe that hope can be found even when shadows loom.