This short 90 page novella begins just 6 short hours after Holiday in Death ends. Christmas has come and with it a face from Eve's past. Dave Palmer a psychotic serial killer that Eve had captured 3 years beforeescapes prison with the plan to make
Eve his victim on New Year's Eve. With Peabody still recovering from her experiences on Christmas Eve, Roarke is brought on board to help out and stays to protect.
While previous books have indicated that Dr. Mira has maternal feelings for Eve, Eve's feelings for Dr. Mira have never truly been explored. When Dr. Mira's name ends up on the hit list, Eve must face those feelings. For once she ends up in Roarke's shoes. Her fear for Mira almost overpowers her cop instincts.
My favorite bit of side story is the empty box that Roarke gave Eve for Christmas. This empty box signifies one day. One whole day for Eve and Roarke to be together wherever and in whatever manner Eve chooses. The greatest gift he can give her is time together.... Everyone all together now.... Awwww. It should be noted that Eve also received a stack of other presents, therefore Roarke cannot be considered a cheapskate. Though joking aside, it is truly a magnificent gift.
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