fresh start…
For A&E nurse Eden Grainger, Port Kara offers more than just a safe haven. It’s a chance to break free from her ex Jesse and start a new life. Her focus now is solely on her four-year-old son, Teddie, whose autism means he sees the world in his own unique way.
A guarded heart…
Pathologist Drew Redford prefers to keep himself to himself in the busy hospital. Shaped by family loss and navigating life with high-functioning autism, he finds comfort in certainty. But when Eden and Teddie enter his world, an unexpected connection forms, especially through his gentle interactions with little Teddie.
A kindred connection…
Despite a growing fondness, both Eden and Drew are cautious. Eden is wary of repeating old mistakes, and Drew struggles with letting people in. But Teddie continues to bring them together and Eden thinks this could be the start of something really special. But when Jesse returns, Eden is thrown into turmoil and makes a mistake that could cost her everything.
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Eden Grainger returns to Port Kara with her young son, Teddie, determined to build a safer, happier life after leaving a damaging relationship. As she begins her new role as an A&E nurse, she also faces the challenge of mending her fractured relationship with her mother. Teddie, who is on the autism spectrum, is the heart of Eden’s world, and his presence makes this story especially moving.
At St Piran’s Hospital, Eden meets Drew Redford, a pathologist who thrives on routine and order. Drew, who has high-functioning autism, forms a quick and natural bond with Teddie, creating the foundation for a slow-burn romance with Eden. Their journey is filled with vulnerability, healing, and quiet hope.
With a vivid Cornish setting, familiar supporting characters, and Bartlett’s trademark warmth, this book balances heartbreak and uplift beautifully. Sensitive, romantic, and full of heart, it’s a perfect read for fans of medical romance and second chances.
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