Rachel

In the heart of the small town of Oakwood, Abbi Bryce returns home after a decade away to help run her family’s beloved café. With her mother’s health failing, Abbi steps up, determined to keep the business afloat and reconnect with her roots. But her homecoming isn’t as simple as she expected, especially when she crosses paths with her high school sweetheart, Nathan Hale—now the town’s most eligible bachelor.

Old feelings simmer between Abbi and Nathan, reigniting a flame that was never fully extinguished. But just as they begin to find their footing, an unwelcome figure from the past emerges: Rachel Dean, Nathan’s ex-girlfriend and Abbi’s former rival. Stunningly beautiful, calculating, and relentless, Rachel is not ready to let go of Nathan—or the control she once held over Oakwood.

Rachel is determined to sabotage everything Abbi holds dear, starting with the café. She’ll stop at nothing to tear Abbi down, planting vicious rumours, tampering with the café’s equipment, and manipulating the town to turn against her. As Rachel’s cruel schemes unfold, Abbi finds herself fighting not only for the survival of her family’s café but also for her own reputation and the chance at love she thought she’d lost forever.

Nathan is caught in the battle between these two women—one who embodies goodness and loyalty and the other who thrives on deceit and manipulation. His heart pulls him toward Abbi, but Rachel’s relentless meddling casts doubt on their fragile connection. Will Nathan see through Rachel’s lies in time to stand by Abbi’s side? And can Abbi outwit Rachel’s malicious plans, or will she lose everything she’s worked for, including the man she’s always loved?

In a town where loyalty, love, and reputation are everything, one woman’s evil intentions collide with another’s unwavering determination. Will love triumph, or will Rachel’s jealousy and manipulation ruin Abbi and Nathan’s second chance at happiness?

This is Sandra Shanks. Expect an ending that will leave you stunned.