After a string of foster homes and the death of her heroin-addict mother, Lexi Baill is taken in by a newly discovered great-aunt who lives a spartan life near Seattle. Lexi soon meets Mia and her loving twin brother, Zach. The friendship flourishes, and Mia's mother draws Lexi into the family circle. A slowly growing attraction between Zach and Lexi begins, but then Lexi, Mia, and Zach collectively make a bad decision that results in a tragedy with...

Shawn O'Riley is shocked to find a baby girl abandoned at his church on Christmas Eve. He is a pastor and a cowboy--not a daddy! Haunted by family tragedy, he is not sure he can risk his heart to baby Noelle--or anyone else. But he needs help. Experienced foster mom Heather Lewis was anticipating a quiet holiday. When Shawn pops up at her door, she is happy to show him the ropes of baby care--but isn't prepared for the way he melts the walls around...