She was stung by the painful betrayal of the ones she trusted.But she can't stop the love that haunts her still.Eight years ago, Courtney left Aspen Valley, heartbroken, sure she'd never return. Now with a daughter, a failed marriage, and the loss of her ex-husband, she returns to Aspen Valley and her emotionally distant father.She does her best to swallow her long-buried feelings about life on the farm and the pain caused by her boyfriend and father. For young Fenna's sake, she puts on a happy face.What she doesn't expect is her father's interaction with her daughter, the bonds they form. And, even more troubling, the love she still feels for Cole, the man who broke her heart all those years ago.But the longer she stays, the more hope grows. The more she sees the possibility that she might stay.And have a future with Cole.But what seems promising is soon rocked by shocking secrets, stunning revelations, and decisions she thought she'd never have to make.With faith, love, and a willingness to forgive, will Courtney find the strength and the courage to make the right choice or risk disappointing those she loves the most? After writing over 60 books, I still don't feel like I've written the perfect book.Inspired by long walks in the woods with my two trusty dogs to keep me company and scare away any bears, I keep trying.Sitting in front of the computer, losing myself in other places with other characters gives me hope and happiness. I hope my stories do the same for you.
