When Joy Tate was just a naive, little girl who still believed in dreams and wishes, she had only one wish for Santa Claus. It was a selfish hope that caused her to lose the most important person in her life. Now all she wishes for is...THE GIFT OF REDEMPTION Gabriel Hawthorne spent his entire childhood ignoring the sad, lonely girl from across the street, but could never fully keep her from his thoughts. But after reuniting with her, he's impressed with the strong, fierce advocate she's become. And when he's with her, she gives him the greatest gift of all...THE GIFT OF JOY"