Sometimes in the depths of winter, warmth can force an unexpected bloom.

In shock after the death of her ex-husband, Maggie Winter gives in to her need for comfort with a near stranger, but immediately regrets her impulsive act. With her young daughter to raise alone, it's time to start acting her age.

Something about Maggie puts all of Nick's protective instincts on high alert, but that isn't all he feels for her. So when she makes it clear she needs space, he isn't put off by her cool act and has no problem biding his time.

However, when the slow simmer between them stretches on, it's just a matter of time before one of them decides to turn up the heat.

Reader Advisory: This book was previously released as a short story. It has been considerably expanded and revised. This book is part of a series because of theme only. It is a fully stand-alone story.