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Logan Burkett, a widowed contractor known for his firm hand with discipline, has turned his life around through steadfast guidance and hard work. Pippa Gallagher, a soft‑hearted event planner, runs a skate‑park ministry for troubled teens and believes a safe place for teens to be themselves is the key.
When Logan and Pippa collaborate to renovate the skate‑park facility, their strong personalities and differing philosophies collide. Yet a sudden crisis forces them to rely on one another, revealing a deeper bond rooted in shared values and a gentle, protective affection. Through their partnership, both men and teens find healing, and the pair discovers that love often begins where purposeful service and unanticipated friendship intersect.
Set against a backdrop of church‑run outreach and teenage rehabilitation, the story celebrates Christian principles, wholesome romance, and the power of community.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Kathleen Y'Barbo
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