Overview

When Grace Thompson agrees to deliver a tin of Christmas cookies to her brother's best friend, she expects a quick trip up the mountain and maybe, if she's lucky, a gruff "thanks" from Eli-legendary grump, rugged recluse, and unexpectedly swoon-worthy mountain man. But when a sudden snowstorm leaves Grace stranded at his cabin, what starts as an awkward overnight stay turns into an unexpected adventure.Turns out, Eli is more than just a hermit with a chip on his shoulder; he's a private investigator working on a top-secret case that needs some serious cracking. With the snow piling up and nothing but time on their hands, Grace finds herself swept into his investigation, blending cookies with clues and turning long stares into longer nights.With every laugh, bicker, and "accidental" brush of hands, Grace realizes Eli might be more than her brother's best friend-he might just be the answer to her own Christmas wish. But with secrets to uncover and a storm to outlast, will they solve the case...and their feelings for each other?This Christmas, the snow isn't the only thing falling fast.