Plot Synopsis

Based on the novel "Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor" by Lisa Kleypas. Maggie Conway has had it with big city living, especially after being jilted at the altar. She moves to a small coastal town in Washington state, finally realizing her dream of opening a toy store. She soon falls for Mark Nagle, the proprietor of the local coffee shop. He's smitten too, but his number one priority is his six-year-old niece, Holly, whose single mom has recently passed away and left him as her guardian. He's moved in with his two well meaning but inept brothers to help him raise Holly, who hasn't spoken a word since her mom died. Despite the approach of the busy Christmas retail season, Maggie gives extra attention to Holly every time she comes into her shop. It seems Maggie and her toy store prove to be the magical key to open Holly's heart. By Christmas Eve, Mark and Maggie discover they've fallen in love and that turns out to be the greatest gift of all.