Small town sweethearts Annie and Collin have big plans for their future, but when the shadow of WWII reaches their community, can their dreams survive the harsh realities of war?

In the mountain community of Salmon Arm, surrounded by forests and snowcapped mountains, Christmastime is pure magic, and for Annie Chamberlain and Collin Donnely, it is the backdrop of their idyllic childhoods. Growing up in a small town of ranchers and loggers nestled alongside the Salmon River, Annie and Collin spend their days sharing their hopes and dreams, sparking an attraction that draws them closer to one another.

But their plans for a happy future are cut short when the shadow of WWII makes its way to Salmon Arm. With their reverie broken, they begin to understand the fragility of their life together. Can their love sustain them through the challenges that lie ahead? From the battlefields of Europe to the world stage of ballet, Collin and Annie discover their capacity to meet the physical and emotional challenges of life on their own, and their enduring bond proves to be a lifeline throughout their years apart. A heartwarming tale of two soulmates separated by timing and circumstance, The Heart of Christmas will appeal to adult fans of holiday romance novels.