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Katie Fitzgerald’s heart has drifted for eleven lonely years after a painful betrayal that led her to another man’s arms. When she returns to the ranch next door, she encounters Jack Darby—her childhood hero and secret teen beau. Despite the fierce feud between their families, old feelings emerge and test their loyalty, tenderness for Jack’s shy son, and the depth of their connection. The story explores love, family, and the challenges of single motherhood in a rugged ranch setting.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Susan Mallery
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