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In the small town of Birch Creek, former high‑school heartthrob Cody Granger returns—now a devoted doctor and single father searching for a partner to raise his daughter. Lauren MacMillan, once smitten by his presence, feels the pull of youthful longing once more. After years of waiting, Cody’s proposal offers Lauren the chance to fulfill her dreams of motherhood. Yet she grapples with the question of whether her affection can remain if their marriage begins solely for practical reasons. In this romance, Lauren must confront her feelings, the realities of single parenthood, and the meaning of true love.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Karen Rose Smith
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