Snow falls softly, fires crackle merrily, and according to Lockton tradition, everyone hangs a promise they're determined to keep this Christmas onto the tree in the village square...

Meg Scott has promised to make a success of her first solo Christmas. She runs a year-round Christmas shop in the little Scottish village, and is a fan of all things mulled, sparkly and festive. So when her warring family shows up on her doorstep, Meg is determined not to let them ruin her favourite time of the year.

When Tom Riley-Clark heads to the Highlands to help his friend at The Apple Cross Inn, he arrives ready for hard work—not holiday cheer. The festive traditions, from mince pies to promises hung on the village tree, hold little appeal for him. So it comes as a surprise to everyone when Meg, who loves Christmas, and Tom, the resident grinch, start to get cozy under the mistletoe.

But Tom's past holds a secret, and in a small town like Lockton, nothing stays hidden for long. When Meg discovers who he truly is, will everything unravel? Together, they're about to learn that some promises are harder to keep than they ever imagined…

Get ready for a cozy festive romance about learning to trust yourself, taking chances and not being afraid to fall in love.

Perfect for fans of Nicola May, Debbie Macomber and Milly Johnson.

Donna Ashcroft writes bestselling, heartwarming British romance and feel-good romantic comedies, set in charming UK villages and scenic coastal towns.