Devil By Daylight By Christi Caldwell Apr 2026

: Tormund Stone, the Earl of Rockford and a recently disgraced Home Office spy, has unexpectedly become the guardian of his late brother's daughter, Sara. Lacking childcare skills, he manipulates Honoria into acting as a temporary governess while they are snowed in. Character Dynamics

: Miss Honoria Fairfax, a 31-year-old self-proclaimed spinster, discovers a lost child during a winter storm and escorts her home, only to come face-to-face with the child’s uncle—the man from her memories. Devil By Daylight by Christi Caldwell

: The narrative emphasizes that "fate brought them together twice," allowing the protagonists to choose love over their previous safety and solitude. : Tormund Stone, the Earl of Rockford and

: Both characters start the novel determined to be alone, but the forced proximity of the winter storm helps them realize the value of connection. Critical Reception : The narrative emphasizes that "fate brought them

Readers often praise the book for its emotional depth and the "sparring" chemistry between the leads. It is noted for being a "cheering read" with a balance of sweet holiday moments—like singing carols and playing in the snow—and the "raw" emotions typical of Caldwell’s writing. Reviewers on platforms like The StoryGraph and Amazon highlight its success as a standalone story that still offers satisfying continuity for long-time series fans. Devil by Daylight | Christi Caldwell

: Wary of marriage due to her parents' disastrous relationship, she values her independence but finds her maternal instincts stirred by young Sara.

: The holiday setting, including solstice themes, mirrors the internal changes in Tormund and Honoria as they shed their guarded pasts.