USA Today Bestselling author Joanna Shupe returns to New York City's fabulous Gilded Age, where anything is possible...Since the death of his wife, department store owner Alexander Armstrong buries himself in his work. One night he encounters a mesmerizing young woman setting up the holiday window displays and on a whim decides to help. Grace's charm is infectious and he can't remember the last time he smiled this much . . .but will Grace look at him the same once she learns who he really is?Aspiring designer Grace Shipley has big dreams and plans to work her way up from decorating the windows at the most popular store on Ladies' Mile. And while she doesn't need his help, her handsome new friend gives a whole new meaning to the idea of holiday cheer.Now Alex must overcome his fear of another heartbreak and confess the truth, even if means losing Grace forever.