He's hiding a painful past. She's trying to forget hers. But nobody should be lonely for Christmas. It's not Piper Woodhull's first Christmas alone, but living in a small-town where she can't escape the heartache of her past is its own kind of torture. Seeing her ex-best friend with her perfect family is a reminder of everything Piper almost had, and maybe never will. Rudger Pierce moved to Holly Wreath looking for a fresh start by leaving his painful past where it belongs. He's sure it's ruined his chances for a new relationship, but when he keeps crossing paths with Piper, he finds himself wanting her. As they spend more time together, they feel they need each other-both to heal from their pasts, and create hope for their futures. Piper believes Rudger might be the one until she discovers a secret of Rudger's that might be too much to forgive. ★★★Includes Rudger's secret peach caramel cake recipe at the end of Rudger and Piper's happily ever after.★★★ Snuggle up with the entire small-town, sweet billionaire Holly Wreath Series! Book 1: Christmas Miracles in Holly Wreath Book 2: Christmas Kisses in Holly Wreath Book 3: Christmas Wishes in Holly Wreath