When Teri Dawson arrives in Willow Creek, she's looking for a fresh start. But tucked between snow-covered pines and warm cups of cider, she finds more than she expected. As she settles into the rhythm of a quiet town and begins restoring an old lakeside cabin, unexpected connections stir something new in her heart. But the past doesn't let go easily, and the future is anything but simple. But Willow Creek has a way of pulling people in. With every passing day, Teri finds herself drawn into the warmth of the community, the charm of the small town, and the presence of Nick Callahan. As winter deepens and the town prepares for its annual festival, Teri must decide: Will she stay safely tucked behind her walls, or risk opening her heart again? One Truth settled like stone in her chest. This wasn't the time to collapse. It was time to hold steady.