There’s no guarantee he’ll make it back home before Christmas, but he’ll do everything in his power to get there. EJ Johnson knows what he wants, but he has to play it safe with the woman he works for at the restaurant. She’s already been hurt, and he doesn’t want to force into a relationship with him. When she has a dilemma, EJ’s quick to provide the answer. The only problem is, it’ll take him away from her for several months. What if someone else wins her heart while he’s gone? He cooks up a plan to keep himself at the forefront of her mind while he’s away. The question remains, will it draw her closer to falling in love with him, or will it push her away? Tilly Ricket swore off love after her husband gave his life for a member of the town. She figures being alone and raising their daughter’s easier than risking her heart. Until EJ enters her restaurant, seeking a job. Upon finding he’s her best answer to a problem, Tilly’s trust in EJ increases. When he leaves Silver Springs to bring back the perfect gift for her friend, Tilly realizes he may have won her heart without her knowing. As Christmas draws near, Tilly’s concern grows. The gift she planned for her friend has to arrive on time, not to mention she misses EJ more than she expected. In this heartwarming tale of friendship turned to love, Joi Copeland invites you to discover what kind of happily ever after awaits Tilly and EJ, and maybe, a special member of the town as well.