Angus Stuart is more used to managing boardrooms than castles, but when his father dies he finds himself thrust into an unfamiliar world. Returning home, he intends to sell the estate as quickly as possible. However, with Christmas around the corner, Fate has other plans…Showing up on his doorstep, Australian chef Holly Mc Intosh is bursting with festive cheer. But she’s desperate for a job, and she’s not taking no for an answer!Not usually one for taking a risk, Angus offers her a temporary position. But if anyone can melt this brooding Earl’s heart this winter, it’s Holly!