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In the shadows of sacrifice, true strength isn't found in standing alone, but in the courage to lean on someone else. When Sheriff's Deputy Reed Dunbar responds to Hannah Gentry's emergency call, he never expects to find his path to redemption in her quiet strength. Haunted by a past tragedy where he failed to protect a young mother, Reed has dedicated himself to safeguarding Laurel Ridge—and keeping his heart sealed behind walls of guilt. Hannah has surrendered her photography dreams to care for her wheelchair-bound mother, building a fortress of self-reliance that leaves no room for ...

A bestselling author. A vibrant orchard owner. An unexpected love that will renew their faith—and change their lives forever. Luke Carter is a bestselling author who’s lost his spark. Battling writer’s block and still grieving the loss of his wife, he retreats to the peaceful town of Laurel Ridge, hoping the quiet will reignite his creativity. But what he doesn’t expect is to find a whole new kind of inspiration in Wendy Lane, the hardworking owner of Nature’s Gifts orchard. Wendy has built a life rooted in faith and family, but when it comes to love, she’s always kept her heart...

Finding Grace: A Heartwarming Story of Second Chances, Faith, and Unexpected Love When a high-profile scandal sends Manhattan public relations executive Grace Anderson fleeing from the media storm and the wreckage of her career, she seeks refuge in the remote mountain town of Laurel Ridge, West Virginia. What was meant to be an escape from the noise and chaos of her past quickly becomes a journey of healing, transformation, and unexpected love. Grace's fast-paced, high-achieving life once defined her. But in the charming town of Laurel Ridge, nestled between the quiet woods and the flowing ...

Lily Reynolds knows what it takes to plan the perfect wedding—after all, she's built a career on it. As one of New York City’s top wedding planners, she's mastered every detail, from elegant floral arrangements to flawless seating charts. But while Lily helps other couples create their dream days, her own heart remains carefully guarded, scarred by the betrayal of her ex-fiancé. Love, to her, is a risk she’s no longer willing to take. When Lily arrives in Laurel Ridge to organize her cousin Grace’s wedding, she expects nothing more than a brief escape from her hectic schedule and ...

Grief took everything from Emma Whitman—her fiancé, her faith, and her sense of purpose. Seeking solace, she returns to her hometown of Laurel Ridge, West Virginia, hoping to leave the pain behind. But when she crosses paths with Mark Thompson, a widower and devoted father, Emma’s plans to stay guarded and distant are tested by the warmth of the small town, the kindness of its people, and the quiet strength of the man who stirs her heart. Mark Thompson knows all too well the ache of loss. After his wife passed away, his focus became raising his young daughter, Olivia, and trusting in ...

Some recipes are worth preserving, some traditions worth keeping, and some love worth fighting for. Welcome to Mistletoe Falls, Tennessee, where Christmas magic is real and love stories unfold beneath twinkling lights and snow-dusted evergreens. Claire Whitfield traded her sophisticated Atlanta culinary career for flour-dusted aprons and 5 AM mornings when her beloved Grandma Mae left her the family's treasured Sugarplum Bakery to her. Now, ten months later, Claire pours her heart into preserving Mae's legacy while struggling with temperamental ovens and mounting bills that threaten ...

Some hearts, like gardens, bloom most beautifully when given room to grow—especially when a tech millionaire seeking simplicity collides with a flower farmer afraid of change. Anna Mitchell has never wanted anything more than to tend her family's flower farm in the small mountain town of Laurel Ridge, West Virginia. Deeply rooted to the land her ancestors started, she's content with her quiet life—until a mysterious newcomer purchases the neighboring property, threatening the peaceful isolation she cherishes. Brad Knight needed an escape. After a stress-induced health scare forced him ...

She’s built her life on independence. He’s searching for a place to belong. Together, they’ll discover the true meaning of restoration—in faith, in love, and in life. Faith McNeil has spent her life constructing things that last—a thriving family business, intricate woodwork, and an unshakable reputation as Laurel Ridge’s only female carpenter. But beneath her tough exterior lies a heart scarred by abandonment and doubt. When a health crisis sidelines her father and hidden information reveals a shattering family secret, Faith finds herself grappling with the cracks in her ...

When a widow's broken sink leads to a mended heart, two souls discover that love doesn't replace the past—it redeems it. In the golden glow of an Appalachian autumn, widowed librarian Megan Miller never imagined that a simple plumbing disaster would change everything. But when her kitchen catastrophe sends her rushing to Earl's Hardware, she comes face-to-face with Matt Smith—her late husband's best friend and fellow Marine, now a man whose quiet strength and gentle hands can fix more than just broken pipes. Seven years after losing the love of her life, Megan has built a safe, ...

In the small town of Laurel Ridge, nestled deep in the Appalachian Mountains, winter is both beautiful and unforgiving. For Debbie Ferguson, a dedicated traveling nurse and single mother, life in her remote cabin with her twin teenagers is quiet and manageable—until a massive winter storm threatens everything she’s built. Debbie has spent years focusing on her kids and her career, keeping love at a distance after her painful divorce. But when Caleb Warren, a gruff, solitary local, crashes his truck near her property during the height of the storm, she has no choice but to take him in. ...

She traded her corner office for a Christmas themed inn—and found the blueprint for her heart. Renee Bentley spent a decade conquering Manhattan's marketing world, only to discover that success had left her empty. After a corporate buyout sets her free, she makes an impulsive decision that shocks everyone: buying her late Aunt Holly's inn in Mistletoe Falls, Tennessee. The Victorian inn needs more than fresh paint. And Renee? She needs a contractor. Jake Morrison, the small-town builder with calloused hands and a guarded heart. He's spent years proving he's more than the golden boy who ...

In a town called Mistletoe Falls, the best stories aren't found in books—they're written on the heart. Children's author Emma Sullivan is famous for happy endings, but she can't seem to write her own. Six months after losing her mother, crippling writer's block has stolen her joy and her words, leaving her convinced her creative magic is gone for good. Meanwhile, dedicated principal Nathan Reid is healing from a divorce that taught him a painful lesson: his passion for his job is a flaw that pushes love away. He's traded any hope of a relationship for the well-being of his students. When ...

When life's blueprint falls apart, sometimes you need to return to where it all began. In this heartwarming small-town romance, interior designer Abby Marshall's carefully constructed life in Charleston, South Carolina crumbles when her firm suddenly goes bankrupt. With her career in ruins, she reluctantly returns to her childhood hometown of Laurel Ridge, West Virginia, with a simple six-month plan: renovate her late aunt's Victorian home, sell it for profit, and restart her career back in the city. What Abby doesn't plan for is Mike Hatfield—the capable, handsome contractor who once ...

When the place you're running to harbors the love that completes you unexpectedly… Widowed single mother Eva Blankenship is finally ready to claim her inheritance – the Victorian bed and breakfast her beloved aunt left her in Riverbend Valley, Montana. After years of struggling as an inner-city teacher, she's determined to give her eight-year-old son Noah the idyllic small-town childhood she treasured growing up. What she doesn't expect is to find her first love from high school, Cade Mayer, working as the foreman on her parents' neighboring ranch. Since his divorce, Cade has lived a ...

When Harper Whitman receives a large grant to launch a therapy dog program at her small-town animal shelter, she’s driven by a passion for helping others—but has no idea where to start. Enter Matt Darlington, a gentle and faith-driven therapy dog trainer whose calm presence and compassion inspire Harper from the moment he arrives. As they work together to transform rescued animals into faithful companions for those in need, Harper finds her own outlook on life and love beginning to shift in unexpected ways. For years, Harper has poured herself into her work at the shelter, feeling ...

When life gives you a candy shop inheritance, sometimes the sweetest surprise is the flannel-wearing lawyer who comes with it. After years of dead-end jobs and cramped apartments with indifferent roommates, Megan Caldwell's world implodes in a single day—eviction notice, missed promotion, and the crushing realization that she's utterly alone. Then a phone call changes everything: her Aunt Phyllis has left her Sugar & Spice Candy Shop in the perpetually festive town of Mistletoe Falls, Tennessee, along with the building it’s housed in and enough money to start over completely. What Megan...

Sometimes the best journeys don't take you away from home—they lead you straight to it. When big-city journalist Sadie Baker accepts a twelve-week trial position in the charming mountain town of Mistletoe Falls, Tennessee, she's desperate to prove she can build something lasting instead of always running from place to place. Her mission? Revitalize tourism for the beloved Mistletoe Express train that's the heart of this small-town community. What she doesn't expect is to clash with Cole Bennett—the ruggedly protective conductor who sees her fresh ideas as threats to his late father's ...

He Broke Her Heart Years Ago. Now He's the Only One Who Can Fix Her Future. In a small town where second chances are as rare as a perfectly tuned engine, can love be rebuilt from the ground up? Gail Kincaid is a whiz with wrenches and a rock for her son, Justin. Life at Ray's Auto Repair is steady, predictable, and hers. But when Ray hangs up his overalls and sells the shop, Gail's meticulously crafted world spins off its axis. Suddenly, this single mom is facing a future as uncertain as a flat tire on a dirt road. Then, fate throws her a curveball – or perhaps, a well-oiled engine part. ...

When a woman who makes Christmas her mission crosses paths with the man who once broke her heart, the season of giving becomes the season of second chances. Hallie Dawson has built her life around the magic of Christmas. As the owner of Wrapped Up in Christmas and founder of Operation Christmas Cheer, she’s the beating heart of Mistletoe Falls—the woman who never lets anyone feel forgotten. But behind her ever-present smile and peppermint-scented shop lies a quiet ache for the parents she’s lost and the childhood friend she never stopped loving. Twelve years after leaving town to ...

When a small-town sheriff and a wounded boutique owner cross paths over shoplifting incidents, they discover that sometimes the bravest act isn't facing danger—it's opening your heart to love again. Beth Rutledge has rebuilt her life around one principle: complete self-reliance. After her husband's devastating betrayal, she's channeled all her energy into her thriving boutique and convinced herself she doesn't need anyone else. But when theft forces her to work with Sheriff Mitch Baker, Beth finds her carefully constructed walls beginning to crumble. Mitch has spent his life protecting ...