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In this transporting book, David Oliver Relin shines a light on the work of Geoffrey Tabin and Sanduk Ruit, gifted ophthalmologists who have dedicated their lives to restoring sight to some of the world’s most isolated, impoverished people through the Himalayan Cataract Project, an organization they founded in 1995. Tabin was the high-achieving bad boy of Harvard Medical School, an accomplished mountain climber and adrenaline junkie as brilliant as he was unconventional.

My first day in Montana, I got into a tug-of-war over a grocery store shopping cart. The most handsome man I’d ever seen broke up the scuffle before he asked me on a date. I was seconds away from accepting but then he told me his name. As an owner of the Haven River Ranch, Jax Haven wasn’t my boss. But he wasn’t not my boss either. Obviously, my only option was to turn him down, scurry away, then pretend like he was a stranger on my first day of work. And obviously, I could never, ever admit that he was my secret crush.

Does everyone really deserve a second chance? Of all the people to walk into the clubhouse, it had to be Sean bloody O’Leary. He left seven years ago and broke my heart so bad I swore I’d never let a man get close to me again. Now here he is in the flesh, with his cocky smile and Irish lilt. My body’s reacting to him before my mind can shut it down. He’s begging me for a second chance, but there’s no way I’m giving myself to Sean O’Leary. No way. But when he learns the truth of what really happened seven years ago, it might just break his heart too. The Biker's Second Chance ...

The Nightingale tells the stories of two sisters, separated by years and experience, by ideals, passion and circumstance, each embarking on her own dangerous path toward survival, love, and freedom in German-occupied, war-torn France—a heartbreakingly beautiful novel that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the durability of women. It is a novel for everyone, a novel for a lifetime.

Alice thought she had found the perfect new life in the sugary sands of Sunset Cove – until her past came knocking at the door. After 20 years of marriage, Alice’s life is shattered when her husband leaves her for a younger woman. Struggling with the pain of divorce and the fear of starting over alone, she moves to Florida’s Gulf Coast with her daughter, Hannah. As Hannah prepares for college, Alice lands a job at Sullivan Solutions, a local marketing firm owned by the handsome and charming Jon Sullivan. Surrounded by the soothing turquoise waves and breathtaking sunsets, Alice’s ...

Navy SEAL Cam Patterson can't wait for the day that he returns to the woman he loves. But everything blows up when he finds out there is a plot to kill the President of the United States. Miranda Stanhope has been anxiously awaiting Cam's return. Months ago, he and his Black Eagle SEAL Team wrenched her away from the Taliban who'd been torturing her. The terrifying nightmares still haunt her. Despite everything, she has fought back the darkness and is ready to move forward into Cam's loving embrace.

When I made my vows, it was forever… Caroline may be my ex-wife, but she’s still mine to protect and love until death do us part. She may have moved on, but that doesn’t stop me from keeping her safe. She thinks the military turned me into a monster. But when her new husband and business partner turns out to be a threat, I’ll do whatever it takes to protect her—even if it means becoming the monster she believes I am. But will it ruin any shot I have of a second chance with my ex-wife? Protecting His Ex-Wife is a second-chance romance featuring an OTT protective ex-military ...

I’ve made mistakes. Some of those mistakes have ruined lives, including my own. Because of this, my past is something I have kept to myself, so when I found a woman who also wanted her past to remain hidden, it felt like the universe was pushing us together. It turns out the universe had nothing to do with that. If a person’s past doesn’t exist, the present may not unravel the way it should. I found out the hard way, when I learned that my wife is not who I thought she was…living with a past I should know about. Her continuous self-destructive behaviors let me know she clearly has a...

He’s an ex-military security guard with a drinking problem. She’s hiding a secret that may be his salvation. I came back from the Army a broken man, carrying so much darkness that only the memory of one perfect weekend with Jodie kept me going. But I’ve been back for nine months, and I’ve searched every bar on the Sunset Coast. She can’t be found—or she doesn’t want to be. Until the day she turns up at my work as beautiful as I remember but remote. She doesn’t want anything to do with me. But the more she pushes me away, the greater my need grows. I don’t care what she’s...

Love lost, a town threatened, and a second chance worth fighting for. In the picturesque coastal town of Sunset Cove, Jon Sullivan has it all—a thriving business, a luxurious lifestyle, and a reputation as one of the most successful businessmen in town. But beneath the facade of success lies a heart haunted by lost love and unresolved emotions. Years ago, Jon's heart belonged to Mellie, his high school sweetheart. Forced apart by the winds of fate and Mellie's father's military career, they lost touch, and Jon's world was forever changed. Though he tried to move on, the memory of Mellie ...

Every heart has its own journey, and every journey starts with a single step. In the heart of the small coastal town of Sunset Cove, Brenda Harper takes that step. Fleeing an abusive marriage, Brenda, along with her teenage son, Dylan, returns to her childhood hometown, seeking not just refuge but a new beginning. Here, she's not just a mother or a survivor; she's a woman rediscovering her forgotten dreams and the joy of simple pleasures – the smell of the ocean, the laughter of new friends, and the comfort of familiar memories. As Brenda rebuilds her life, she forms an unexpected bond ...

In the sun-drenched, wave-kissed town of Sunset Cove, a tale of lost love and second chances unfolds in this heartwarming romance. Sixteen years ago, high school sweethearts Lily and Ethan were torn apart by circumstances beyond their control. Ethan, grappling with his father's criminal scandal, was sent away to Georgia. Simultaneously, Lily faced her own turmoil, discovering she was pregnant and subsequently sent to California to avoid the scandal. Choosing to keep her baby and build a life for herself, Lily never returned to Sunset Cove, and neither did Ethan. Until now. Ethan, now a ...

No one knows why Dixie’s son is standing there, on Christmas Day, no less. And he doesn’t look happy. Dixie is keeping a big secret that will shake up everyone around her. Julie’s daughter, Colleen, is coming home for a visit, but she’s not alone. Janine makes a new friend, but nobody is thrilled about it. Julie and Dawson question their budding relationship. Will they move forward or decide that being friends is the best way to go? There’s so much happening on this little island, including the return of Julie’s ex husband and a shocking surprise at the end.

Enable your radar homing system and fire, Flyboy… Pete ‘Outfield’ Walker fights to carve out his own path after being overshadowed by his renowned brother. Encouraged by his trusted confidant and wingman, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, seeking a fresh perspective. Little does he know that destiny has a surprise in store when he crosses paths with the incomparable Sunny. Take out their shields… and take cover! Sunny took her name to heart, living every moment with a wild zest and cheerfulness that colored everything she did in life. Every chance she got to celebrate ...

The fight never stopped. All DEA Special Agent Lucia DeSoto has is the job. Until a routine operation goes wrong and she's captured by the target. The one person who can save her is a man she swore she would never see again. Andre Martinez is only good at being a soldier. When he hears Lucia was betrayed, and the feds aren't mounting a rescue, he goes after her personally. But it doesn't mean they're getting back together. When a deadly enemy comes after them, Andre and Lucia must combine forces. The team of Chevalier Protection Services bands together to protect their own, but will it be ...

Lance Major thrives in the great outdoors, always chasing that next exhilarating rush. The thought of settling down is as distant as the snow-covered peaks of Snowdrift Summit until Sarah Hart, his best friend’s sister, returns to town after a recent divorce. Suddenly, he finds himself in the hushed aisles of the library where she works, spending more time between the pages of a book than carving up the snowy slopes. Sarah has taken notice of Lance, too. In truth, she’s always been inexplicably drawn to Lance’s carefree spirit. Stolen moments between the stacks quickly evolve into hot...

Never did I imagine falling for my grumpy, reclusive boss, let alone expecting his child. Especially when no one knows who he really is, including himself. After losing my husband, I vow to protect and give my daughter the best life she deserves. But my heart breaks when I realize I can’t afford her specialized education. Then Marcus appears, offering unexpected hope: a job as his assistant. With each shared moment, he reveals a heart yearning for connection beneath his stoic facade. His broad shoulders carry my daughter, and his tender touch soothes my soul. As the line starts to blur, I...

She never thought she'd fall for a younger man, but with Cee, it was so easy... There aren't enough hours in the day, and struggling single mom Jes just can't make it alone. Fortunately, a fantastic nanny just became available. Stacey is the perfect candidate: Young, college educated, glowing references... Trouble is, the nanny is a manny! The last thing Jes expects is a tall, muscular, handsome stranger on her porch looking for work as a nanny. The last thing Jess wants is a new man complicating her life. But Jes needs the help and there's no one better for the job than Stacey "Cee" Cook. ...

An inheritance. A hidden history. A chance for new love. Widowed and adrift, Grace Ashford's life changes when she inherits her grandmother's inn in charming Sandpiper Bay. Leaving her corporate job behind, she embraces the challenge of restoring the inn—and her heart. In Sandpiper Bay, Grace finds more than quaint streets and ocean breezes. She discovers a tight-knit community and forms deep friendships with three local women. Then there's Noah Blackwell, a ruggedly handsome widower whose quiet strength stirs feelings Grace thought were long buried. But time is against her. Grace must ...

This second chance couple learns the true meaning of Family. Like the SEAL Brotherhood…no one gets left behind. As the daughter they gave up for adoption 12 years ago comes back into their lives, Damon and Martel plan their June wedding and Martel’s move to San Diego.