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Jena Calhoun arrives in town to secure a summer job before finishing her degree. Travis Larson, a lawyer, needs a temporary caregiver for his two young daughters. Their arrangement begins as a practical agreement, but feelings slowly develop. A misunderstanding forces them to attend a dinner as "man and wife," deepening their connection. While Travis admires Jena’s devotion to his children and her faith, he struggles with the loss of his wife and doubts about religion. Jena prays that he will turn to Christ and heal, hoping their bond can grow beyond their temporary arrangement.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Andrea Boeshaar
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