It's Christmas Eve and Horatio's heart is troubled. In this Christmas tale, he begins to understand that with love and faith, no road is too dark to travel - nor does it have to be traveled alone.

While investigating a gruesome murder in a decaying neighborhood, Horatio meets an intriguing woman who runs a community soup kitchen. While offering hope to the poor people in her community, Horatio begins to wonder if she will be able to offer him hope as well. But first there is evil to be dealt with, an evil more horrifying than any previously encountered by the lieutenant.

Detective John Kelly, wife Laura (Lori), and those closest to them in the world of NYPD Precinct 15 discover that life is often like sailing into uncharted waters - you never know what will happen next. We've classified this story as 'drama and hurt/comfort,' but there will also be elements of romance, humor and whatever else we come up with. Enjoy!