Gwendolyn Caldwell is haunted by the memory of her first love, Simon Garrick, who vanished one fateful night, leaving her heart in tatters. Now, as Christmas approaches, the return of the charming rogue reignites a fire of desire she thought extinguished. Torn between longing to uncover the truth behind his sudden departure and wanting to appear indifferent, Gwen must navigate a web of secrets and buried emotions.

As they are drawn together once more, will Gwen risk her heart to uncover the scandalous reasons for Simons absence, or will the icy walls she's built keep them apart forever?

This short novella was first featured in the Christmas in Cumbria anthology, which is no longer available.