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Single-mother Stacy Patterson finds herself on the road, with no one to turn to when her car is totaled. She meets Boyd Macauley, a charming but distant father-by-proxy who offers her shelter and the chance to start a family. As they navigate the challenges of pregnancy and parenthood, the two find themselves falling in love, but their relationship is complicated by Boyd's past and the weight of his promises. This novel explores themes of sacrifice, independence, and the unbreakable bond of love, set against the backdrop of the picturesque Midwest.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Paula Detmer Riggs
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