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The story follows Stephanie Bloomfield, a rising journalist, who returns to her hometown of Orchard Valley, Oregon, to attend her father's recovery after a heart attack. However, her reunion with her father is fraught with complications. Her younger sister Livia and her younger brother Charles are also present to care for their father. The presence of Charles once again reminds Stephanie of their past romance and the reason she left for the United States. As the days pass, the sisters face new challenges and old memories that keep them from fully reconciling. They must navigate through their feelings for Charles while also caring for their sick father, leading to a series of tense interactions and confrontations.
First publish date: July 8, 1994
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Debbie Macomber
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