A miner who joins Jimmy and Tommy on Huey's lobster boat after Jimmy promises the work can offer a fresh start. The crew's job turns out to involve moving cocaine, and Jake later goes missing. Huey insists Jake could not have betrayed the operation and fears that he may be a dangerous witness.
A wealthy heir who hides his identity while seeking independence through work on a food truck. He campaigns to save a local park from development connected to his family business, develops feelings for Alisson, and ultimately confesses his true identity after she feels betrayed.
Tom works as a dog-walker while privately painting accomplished landscapes and flowers. He agrees to join Harper's college exhibition when the opportunity offers financial help, but resists public attention. His hidden artistic identity creates tension with Harper, especially when others misunderstand his occupation.
Pierce works for a toy company and supports Danielle's Christmas toy drive by bringing donations and helping lift the children's spirits. He is kind and attentive to Danielle, and his relationship with her becomes serious when he proposes and she accepts. Danielle's lingering love for Colby later makes her uncertain about marrying Pierce.
Jason receives a meaningful childhood book through the Six Degrees of Santa chain and begins investigating its origins after realizing that he had lost his own copy. He hopes to meet the first sender, reflects on a former relationship, develops an interest in a new connection, helps revive the project, and proposes republishing the out-of-print book.
Nick is Petra’s nephew and a former actor who has no event-planning experience but believes his listening skills will help him learn. Petra assigns him to train with Jennie, and he supports her creative projects, handles difficult interactions, agrees to serve as the holiday gift-giver, and defends her against Todd. His growing feelings for Jennie shape the romantic storyline.
Sam is connected to a colleague with whom Ben discusses a renovation project, and is also unhappy with Ben over a major contract that is putting Ben under pressure. The plot establishes Sam as a source of professional tension for Ben, but gives no further detail about their position, history, or personal relationship.
Colleague or friend assisting with event planning and creative projects.
Tom's assistant, difficult colleague with a past romance with Jenna.
Hannah's supportive colleague who assists with the ice hotel assignment.
The bride's brother who unexpectedly assists Lacey with decorating the Christmas cottage. His presence and the isolated, romantic setting play a pivotal role in shifting Lacey's worldview about fairy tales and lasting love.
Family member supporting the Clarington household and community efforts.
Steve Lund has 40 screen credits in a career dating back to 2010. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Hearts Around the Table Collection with 3 titles. Signature works include Bitten, Secret Millionaire, Christmas Bedtime Stories. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 4 universes
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