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Tess Morgan, a dedicated pediatric nurse, dreams of a large family. The sudden murder of her fiancΓ© upends her world, leaving her faith in love and God in tatters. While caring for a seriously ill child, she meets Peter MacPherson, a widowed single father devoted to his son. As they collaborate to help the child heal, Tess and Peter find companionship, spiritual renewal, and a chance at new romance. Their journey offers an uplifting look at healing, resilience, and the power of unexpected partnership.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Christian Fiction/Christian Romance
Authors: Margaret Daley
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Family for Keeps by Margaret Daley

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