His harsh review nearly breaks me. But when a snowstorm traps him in our small town of Holly Ridge, Jace is forced to stick around and taste more of my baking.

At first, I can't stand him. He's arrogant, sharp-tongued, and far too critical of my creations. But as he keeps showing up at my bakery, something shifts. I start seeing glimpses of the man behind the scathing reviews-one who's lonely and hiding behind his sharp words. And much to my surprise, I find myself drawn to him.

But Jace's life is in the big city, and my heart is firmly rooted in Holly Ridge.

As Christmas approaches, I have to decide if I'm willing to risk my heart for a man who's just passing through.