From a USA Today bestselling author...**He’ll do anything to win back his son’s love… even if it means risking his own heart.**Blake Carmichael, Hollywood’s hottest action star, traded the red carpet for a quiet life in New Hampshire to reconnect with his estranged teenage son. When Eli sneaks out the night before Christmas Eve, Blake’s desperate search leads him to an unlikely ally – and an unexpected attraction. Caro Neely, a local waitress, is fiercely protective of her niece, Kyleigh. She's staying with Kyleigh when the teen disappears with Eli. Caro’s fear of the city is overshadowed by her determination to bring her home safely. A late-night road trip with the famous Blake Carmichael is definitely not part of her holiday plans, but she’ll do whatever it takes to protect her family. As Blake and Caro navigate the city’s dark streets in search of the missing teens, they uncover more than just their whereabouts. A dangerous encounter forces them to rely on each other, blurring the lines between reluctant partners and something much deeper. With Eli’s resentment simmering and Caro’s anxieties resurfacing, their budding romance is threatened by more than just holiday stress. Join Blake and Caro in this enchanting novella, where love, forgiveness, and the spirit of Christmas intertwine in the most unexpected ways.