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Buffalo Valley, a once-thriving Midwest town now faced with boarded‑up storefronts and cracked sidewalks, still boasts a resilient spirit. Lyndsay Snyder, a newcomer with deep ties to the area, comes back after childhood vacations to inspect her family’s house and confront family secrets. In a surprising turn, she decides to stay and accepts a vacant teaching position, sparking a fresh start for both herself and the community. Through her eyes, the town’s determination to survive blossoms into renewed hope, romance, and purpose.
First publish date: August 1, 2007
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Debbie Macomber
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