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When a sudden shipwreck forces Emma Chambers to disembark at the quiet harbor of Presque Isle, she discovers herself without a home or support. In the gentle light of the lighthouse, she finds an unexpected sanctuary in the life of a widowed keeper and his precocious son.
Against the backdrop of Michigan’s storied Great Lakes, Emma’s search for stability turns into an exploration of love and companionship in the wake of loss. The story weaves together themes of resilience, family, and the healing power of new beginnings.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Denise hunter
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