Sienna Naples’s family has taken care of their wild Idaho land for generations and Sienna can’t imagine any other life. But at Christmastime, with her parents gone and her painful marriage finally over, it’s full of memories…and incredibly lonely. Until a tall, handsome stranger and a little girl walk into her life and suddenly the holidays are alive again.
When single father Guy Maple shows up as the result of an ad meant to be a joke, the handsome Montana construction worker isn’t joking. Money is tight this Christmas, and Guy’s four-year-old daughter Emma has stage-five chronic kidney disease. She needs a kidney transplant, but if Guy can’t prove that he can afford Emma’s anti-rejection medications, his daughter isn’t going to stay on the transplant list. Guy’s willing to do anything, including marrying a stranger, to keep her safe. It’s an impulsive marriage of convenience, and Sienna knows this isn’t real, no matter how much she adores Emma, how well Guy fits in to the ranching life—or how much light and laughter is coming into their lives as a result. But the more time she spends with her new family, the more she fears losing the fragile, feisty little girl and the kind, devoted, hard-working, incredibly attractive man who is her husband—but is it only in name?
This emotionally intense romance follows Sienna, a divorced rancher, and Guy, a single dad trying to save his daughter with stage five kidney disease. The marriage-of-convenience storyline unfolds quickly due to their urgent circumstances, set against a cozy ranch backdrop during Christmas. Despite the rapid pace, Sienna and Guy’s honesty and vulnerability create a deep, heartfelt connection. While the ending may feel abrupt, it provides a well-deserved, satisfying conclusion after the characters’ emotional journey. Filled with laughter, sadness, and love, this is a touching read with depth and heart.
She’s the ambitious workaholic constantly trying to prove herself. He’s the charming bad boy with a troubled past. Their love story could only ever have been temporary.
But when Ariella’s company faces a crisis, Caleb is the only one who can save it. Now they’re forced to work together, fighting their attraction, and the pain of their old wounds.
With her heart torn and her career on the line, Ariella must decide who to trust and what she truly wants. Can she forgive Caleb’s mistakes and rebuild their relationship? Or is it time to take a chance on a new beginning?
“Endgame” concludes Aari and Caleb’s winding, messy love story, following their growth and struggles over three books. This emotional finale explores their flawed, human characters and the difficult journey to a healthy relationship, highlighting the need for personal and mutual development. The author, Ola Tundun, builds tension and depth, with realistic portrayals and complex themes that engage readers throughout. The epilogue provides a satisfying glimpse of the hard-won resolutions. Overall, it’s a gritty, emotional series that captures the beauty and challenges of love.
A dream wedding in Italy? It’s the chance of a lifetime! Skye has been with Tim forever and the last thing she’s thinking about is saying ‘I do’. It’s Tim that enters the dream wedding competition – he’s longing to win an all-expenses-paid trip to romantic Montenello. An escape to a beautiful Italian hill town might be just what they need to find love again…
Ana definitely isn’t interested in getting married – she doesn’t need a man to make her happy. But when she loses her job at a glossy food magazine, she jumps at the chance of a new life, renovating a crumbling Italian farmhouse. Her handsome (and very distracting) neighbour definitely isn’t part of the plan.
“Marry Me in Italy” follows Skye, a cake maker, and Ana, an editor, on journeys of self-discovery in the charming town of Montenello, Italy. As both face personal and professional upheavals—Ana losing her job and Skye reconsidering her engagement—their paths intertwine amid stunning scenery, delicious food, and engaging characters. The novel’s descriptive writing brings the Italian countryside to life, making for a delightful and immersive holiday read. Despite mixed feelings about the ending, I feel that story remains enjoyable, with likable protagonists and vivid imagery throughout.
Nothing ever rattles school principal Valerie Wilmington…until the child she gave up a decade ago, and allowed her mother to raise, now becomes her responsibility. Valerie wants desperately to be a good mom but struggles to connect with the daughter she barely knows. She finds solace in the contractor and single dad hired to renovate her school, Wade Griffin. As their children become fast friends, Wade helps Valerie navigate her new family’s first Christmas. But Wade’s been lied to before, and Valerie’s secret will change everything…
Valerie, the principal of a Christian school in need of repairs, meets Wade, the man hired to fix it. At the same time, Valerie takes in Hailee, the daughter she had at 18 but was raised as her sister, now sent to live with her. Valerie and Wade, a single father, grow closer, but Valerie fears her secret about Hailee could jeopardize their blossoming relationship. The story, set in a Christian community with wholesome themes, develops into a heartwarming Christmas romance filled with endearing characters, family bonds, and gentle faith elements, capturing the charm typical of a Love Inspired book.
Being known as the daughter of the Sageport’s town drunk always left Faith Stone defending her mother and herself. Her only solace was her boyfriend, Rome. Even as a teenager, Faith knew she wanted forever with Rome Atkins. Their small town, her mother’s struggles, and everyone’s opinions of their relationship couldn’t hold them back forever. After graduation, they would put Sageport behind them and start life anew together . . . but prom night changed everything.
Fifteen years later, Faith, now a divorced, single parent, finds herself back in Sageport for the holidays. The memories and pain are still fresh, as if everything happened yesterday, especially when she runs into Rome, who never left Sageport. Also fresh are the unexpected lingering feelings they still harbor for each other. Do old wounds run too deep, or can the joy of Christmas provide enough healing power for a second chance love reunion?
This is an emotional, second-chance romance about Faith Stone and Rome Atkins, who are brought back together after 15 years of separation. Their relationship was shattered when Rome’s brother died in a car accident caused by Faith’s mother, prompting Faith to leave Sageport for Atlanta. Now, Faith returns to care for her father after his stroke, confronting painful memories and unresolved feelings. As she reconnects with Rome, old emotions resurface, and they must face their past to find healing. The story realistically portrays the characters’ struggles, growth, and eventual rekindling of their love, leading to a much-deserved happy ending.
As the frozen earth gives way to the first spring crocuses, pushing their way into the warmer air, Maggie arrives in Starr’s Fall. She’s looking for a new start, with her lovable but painfully shy teenaged son in tow.
It feels like the odds are against her, but she’s determined to come out winning this time, and to fulfil her dream of opening up a board game café. But not everything’s a game, and when she finds herself attracted to a man who’s known as a different sort of player, she worries she’s setting herself up to lose.
Zach is funny, surprisingly geeky, and, most importantly, bonds with her son. But Zach is also drop-dead gorgeous, has a reputation around town, and is also ten years younger than her.
When he asks her out on a date, Maggie is totally thrown. She can’t deny she’s attracted to him. But is she ready to risk her heart with another roll of the dice?
Barrel racer Jordyn Banks is thrilled to discover affordable land for sale in charming Noel, perfect for breeding her horses. But that’s not all. A nomad with no family—other than her beloved Quarter Horse, Star—she also hopes to find a home within the close-knit Appalachian Mountain community. Yet Jordyn didn’t bargain on inheriting a controversial Fraser Fir—or falling for a handsome single dad whose adorable little girl tempts her to dream of being far more than a property owner . . .
Since losing his wife in childbirth six years ago, Nate Reed has devoted himself to their daughter, Roxanna, and built up their thriving Frosted Firs Ranch. For nine years straight he’s won Noel’s contest for the most perfect Christmas tree for the Town Square. It’s a tradition he began with his late wife. But this year, Jordyn Banks is determined to harvest her Fraser Fir and compete—meaning Nate will finally be challenged—in more ways than one . . .
Throughout the event, Nate can’t help noticing that Roxanna is dazzled by Jordyn’s strength, beauty, and quirky sense of humor. Soon enough, Nate is falling for her, too. But can a feisty wanderer ever really settle down? Is Nate ready to open his heart to someone new? And is it possible that sometimes love does grow on (Christmas) trees? . . .
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Jordyn Banks moves to Noel, North Carolina, after buying land sight unseen, hoping to settle down with her Quarter Horse, Star, and start a horse-breeding business. She unexpectedly acquires a perfect Fraser Fir tree on her property and gets pulled into the town’s annual Christmas competition, where she faces her charming new neighbor, Nate Reed, a nine-time champion. As a barrel racer, Jordyn feels Noel is where she truly belongs. As Jordyn settles into her new home and community, unexpected connections form. The story sets the stage for a promising series filled with small-town charm and romance.
What happens when a stressed-out bridesmaid and a laidback pilot are stranded alone together on a sun-kissed Caribbean island?
Paige Chadwick is having the worst day of her life. Her tyrant boss has made her three days late for her sister’s destination wedding trip, and now she’s stuck on the wrong Caribbean island with the wedding just hours away.
Enter Mac Gamble, a brooding yet irresistibly attractive pilot, who reluctantly agrees to get her to the church on time.
When a fast-moving storm leaves them stranded on a deserted island, they’re forced to rely on each other to survive. As they navigate their new surroundings, tempers flare and an undeniable attraction grows.
Amidst the stunning sunsets and white sand beaches, Paige starts to see that underneath Mac’s gruff exterior is a heart of gold.
Can these two opposites find a love as deep as the ocean, or will their differences stir up a hurricane of heartbreak?
Paige, a workaholic feeling like the family misfit, rushes to her sister’s Caribbean wedding and ends up stranded with Mac, a loner pilot with financial troubles. As they navigate their differences, they discover unexpected chemistry and life lessons. Though charming, the story follows familiar romance tropes, with some predictable character dynamics and messages on happiness.
If you get a second chance at love with your hockey star ex, should you take it?
Keira What do you do when your NHL superstar ex skates back into your small town? Drop to the ground and hide behind the bleachers, hoping he doesn’t see you. But Lady Luck must be in a bad mood today because Dan spots me, my hood over my eyes, pretending I’m not there.
Mature? No.
Necessary? Oh, yes.
Humiliation washes over me, and the wall around my heart stands firm. Dan might be back, but I can’t afford to let him in again. Not after the heartbreak of losing him once before.
When he offers to coach my nephew, I reluctantly agree. Every smile he flashes at me, every kind word, threatens to crack my resolve. But I can’t go through that again. I have to protect my heart.
In this heartwarming romance, former high school sweethearts Dan and Keira reconnect years after their separation. Dan, a former popular jock turned professional hockey player, and Keira, a bookish caretaker for her ill sister and her niece and nephew, are brought back together when Dan returns to their small town, Maple Falls, for a charity game. As they reconnect, their past romantic feelings quickly resurface. However, for their relationship to last, they must confront the issues that caused their initial breakup.
This is the second book in the “Love on Thin Ice” series, and it captures the essence of small-town charm with a fall festival and farmers’ markets as key elements in the story. Despite being a shorter read, it’s filled with fun, romance, and endearing characters, making it perfect for fans of cozy love stories.
Welcome to Windy Creek… Your new favorite small town!Settle in for a marathon of steamy nights with six sexy cowboys and the fiery women who lasso their hearts…
In Cowboy’s Doorstep Baby, Sam Carden’s life gets complicated when an old flame shows up with their infant daughter and hands her off—permanently. Aspiring chef Arielle Rose agrees to care for the baby as she hones her cooking skills. But can she ignore the sizzling attraction between her and Sam?
In Her Second Chance Cowboy, rancher Colin McCabe is the guy you call when you need a favor. So, when his best friend needs a venue for their wedding, Colin volunteers his ranch’s historic barn. But he didn’t realize it would mean working side-by-side with the Maid of Honor and wedding planner, Nancy Sharp… His high-school sweetheart!
In Cowboy’s Sexy Ex, Sally Weston was always the one for injured stuntman Jarod Hunter – until she broke his heart. But Sally never stopped loving Jarod and now that he’s back, they’ve got a glimmer of hope. Can these two wild souls finally find each other?
In Cowboy’s Christmas Wife, rancher Daryl Rivers is about to lose it all. So when single mom Laura, a woman he’s admired for years, offers him a way out of his financial woes, he reluctantly agrees. There’s just one catch… to access her trust fund, Laura needs a husband. Daryl agrees to a fake marriage, but things get complicated when they mix business with pleasure…
In Rancher’s One-Night Stand, Michael Townsend feels obligated to honor his family’s legacy. His decisions reflect on his character—and how the people of Windy Creek vote come election time. Sleeping with Jenna Griffin, his political campaign manager, was definitely the wrong decision. That’s why their one-night stand is going to remain just that… No matter how much she drives him to distraction…
And in Cowboy’s Fake Marriage, aone-night stand leaves rodeo star Shane Clayborn with sole custody of his infant daughter. But the mother’s parents want custody. To prove he can provide his daughter a stable home, Shane makes a deal with Lila Quinn. He’ll help her buy her dream ranch if she’ll pose as his wife. Lila’s one rule? They’ll remain strictly platonic. But rules are meant to be broken…
1. Cowboy’s Doorstep Baby: Sam’s day takes a turn when Arielle arrives, bringing surprises at the worst possible time as he prepares for an important meeting crucial for his ranch. Arielle, new to her job, encounters the chaos firsthand. Along with baby Molly, the trio navigates a challenging day full of unexpected events.
3. Cowboy’s Sexy Ex: Jarod comes back home after a serious stunt accident in Hollywood to find Sally working at his aunt and uncle’s ranch, which he is set to take over. They were once a couple, but their breakup left both with broken hearts. The story explores whether they can mend their past relationship and work together or if Jarod will leave once more.
2. Her Second Chance Cowboy: Nancy returns to town for a friend’s wedding, only to find her parents have rented out their house, leaving her without a place to stay. Colin, with his adorable daughter Bex, offers her shelter. There is a shared past between Nancy and Colin, and now they have the opportunity to rekindle what was once lost. Will they seize their second chance?
4. Cowboy’s Christmas Wife: Laura Jo returns to town after years away, following her parents’ fatal car accident. She reconnects with Daryl, a childhood friend who needs her help to save his family home from foreclosure. As they support each other through their struggles, their friendship blossoms into something more lasting.
5. Rancher’s One-Night Stand: Michael and Jenna work together as he campaigns for office, but a one-night encounter between them leads to unexpected consequences. They must navigate this surprise while considering how it could affect Michael’s political aspirations.
6. Cowboy’s Fake Marriage: Shane, a single father to baby Ruby, meets Lila when he notices her distress and offers comfort. What begins as a kind gesture turns into a plan to keep his daughter with him while helping Lila find happiness. Their connection grows, leading to a heartwarming tale of love and new beginnings.
Each story delves into themes of second chances, rekindling past romances, and finding love in unexpected places.
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