<p>Widowed doctor Carson Langley doesn't know what surprises him more; that his reticent six year old daughter is the star of her dance recital that she wants a mommy for Christmas or that the attractive dance teacher seems to have gotten through to his girl. Too bad teaching is a temporary gig before returning to a professional touring company. Even if he were willing to risk his heart he has to protect his daughter Eloise from even more heartbreak. </p><p>Free-spirited dancer Penelope Glazier doesn't believe the stories she's heard about Eloise. All she sees is a creative girl who needs some direction and she's the perfect person to provide some as she recuperates from an injury. After spending time with Eloise and her by-the-book father she can't deny their connection.</p><p>When Penelope lands a plum part will she dance out of Carson and Eloise's life forever? Or will she tackle on her riskiest role yet?</p>