Merryn Johnson has been estranged from her family for ten years and as the Christmas season approaches she yearns to return to her smalltown home to attempt a reconciliation. But her boyfriend Alex resists and urges her to stay in their smart apartment in the city. His attitude confirms to Merryn that their relationship lacks the warmth and romance that she craves. When unexpected circumstances force her to return home for Christmas Merryn meets Leo, a man who sets her on fire. How can she juggle reuniting with her family, having a passionate love affair with Leo and dealing with Alex and her life in the city? Events reach a peak when Alex arrives in town to confront her and Leo on New Year's Eve. Author Verity Irving spins out another sexy Christmas Romance that will tease and excite her holiday readers.