When a last-minute crisis threatens to ruin the grand Christmas ball at Fortuna's Parlor, seamstress Josephine Debroux volunteers to save the day. Tasked with finding holly, sweets, and everything festive, she's prepared for a whirlwind of caroling and chaos—but not for the quiet strength of her unlikely companion.
Ace, the steadfast bouncer of London's most exclusive female-only gaming hell, never imagined he'd spend Christmas Eve scouring the city with the elegant Madame Debroux. But beneath falling snow and flickering lamplight, he discovers a softness in her smile that stirs something long buried.
As misadventures lead to unexpected laughter and stolen glances, the pair must decide if one magical night is enough… or if this Christmas might just bring them a love worth holding onto forever.
Indulge in this warm and whimsical holiday tale of mistletoe, mayhem, and a romance sparked by holly and hope.
