Christmas in Washington — Shirley Hailstock

Elizabeth Gregory's heart is as cold as the snow falling on the nation's capital. Three years ago, her life went on hold when a fatal accident took her only sister on Christmas Eve. That accident involved James Hill, Elizabeth's fiancé. Since then, she makes the rounds of holiday parties but her heart is not in the season.

Embroiled in SEC regulations, fraud and insider trading accusations, James had his hands full surviving the attacks and convincing his clients of his innocence. Unable to tell Elizabeth the complete truth about her sister, he left her alone until one Christmas Eve when he finds her standing at his door. Knowing time is running out for them, James embarks on a new season to change their fates.

This Christmas old secrets, lies and truths will be driven into the light and like a shinny new toy, Elizabeth's world is transformed. Yet whether James can convince her that their Christmas past is not their present or future is a North Pole she will have to find. Is their love worth a second chance. . .