Fay Merryweather runs her cake shop from her beautiful house on the scenic bank of the canal. She whips up airy sponges, scrumptious scones and fresh bread, and her customers love trying Fay's delicious creations as they watch the world go by. Running her own cafe and looking after her mother means Fay is always busy but she accepts her responsibilities and she's sure her family appreciates all she does for them. Then Danny Wilde walks into her life. Danny makes Fay feel things she's never felt before and try as she might to resist, Fay is inexplicably drawn to this man. When a sudden tragedy strikes, Fay's entire world is thrown off balance even further and she doesn't know which way to turn. Can Fay find the strength to make a life-changing decision — even if it means giving up the thing she loves the most? One thing's for certain: everything is about to change in The Canalside Cake Shop.

Grace has been best friends with Ella and Flick forever. The late-night chats, shared heartaches and good times have created a bond that has stood the test of time. When Ella invites them to stay for a week in her cottage in South Wales, Grace jumps at the chance to see her old friends. She also hopes that the change of scenery will help her reconnect with her distant husband.

Louise Young is a devoted single mother whose only priority is providing for her daughter, Mia. Louise has a good job as a PA in a huge international corporation and she's grateful for it. The only problem is her boss who can't seem to keep his hands to himself, but Louise can handle him. What she really doesn't have time for is romance — until she meets the company's rising star, Josh Wallace. Louise has always said no to nights out, preferring to stay in with Mia but for one night only she's decided to let her hair down. It's the office Christmas party, she has a pretty dress to wear and she's looking forward to some champagne and fun. She's completely unaware that others around her are too busy playing dangerous games to enjoy the party — until she's pulled into those games herself... Romance is in the air and secrets are about to be uncovered. It's going to be a night to remember at The Christmas Party.