A grieving widow. A town in need of hope. One Christmas, two hearts, and a chance to heal.

Christmas has always been Celia Dubois’s favorite time of year. But after the loss of her husband, she returns to her parents’ home in Radford Crossing, only to find the town’s holiday spirit crushed by tragedy. Two months earlier, banditos burned the church, leaving the community dispirited and grieving. Determined to bring joy back to the people—and to mend her own aching heart—Celia sets out to restore the town’s Christmas magic.

Rancher Eduardo Montoya is captivated by Celia’s warmth and vivacious spirit. He knows she’s the woman he wants to spend his life with, but her father’s disapproval stands in the way. When Eduardo’s courage stops a robbery at the mercantile, Celia’s parents are forced to reconsider their objections. As Celia’s efforts begin to rekindle hope in Radford Crossing, Eduardo hopes to help her heal—and win her heart.

Will Celia’s plan bring holiday joy to the town and open her heart to love again? Can Eduardo and Celia find happiness together amid the spirit of Christmas?

Perfect for readers who love sweet western historical romance, Christmas novellas, Texas frontier stories, widow and widower romance, small town holiday tales, heartwarming second chances, and uplifting stories of community and hope.