Resisting her feelings for horse whisperer Sky Fletcher before dangerous complications in her privileged life threaten her survival, Lauren Prescott is enmeshed in a conspiracy that threatens to expose her protector's secret family ties.

The future looks merry and bright… The little town of Branding Iron, Texas, keeps an annual tradition that makes the holidays especially festive-the Cowboys' Christmas Ball. But Sheriff Ben Marsden, busy with work, joint custody of his son, and caring for his aging mother, has no plans to attend. Not until a pretty newcomer to his small town gets involved in the planning. Suddenly Ben finds himself wanting to keep a close eye on Jessica Ramsey,...