Devil By Daylight By — Christi Caldwell

: A "grumpy ex-spy" who feels lost after being ousted from his career-focused life. His transition from a cynical loner to a protector is a central arc, often referred to as "the taming of the grump".

: The holiday setting, including solstice themes, mirrors the internal changes in Tormund and Honoria as they shed their guarded pasts. Devil By Daylight by Christi Caldwell

An analysis of by Christi Caldwell explores its role as a heartwarming Regency holiday romance that centers on second chances and the transformative power of family. Part of the extensive Heart of a Duke series (Book 21), the novel follows two mature protagonists who have spent their lives avoiding romantic entanglements. Plot Overview & Premise : A "grumpy ex-spy" who feels lost after