It’s never too late for a second chance at first love in this compelling novel from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton.
When Loretta Simmons returns to Hope, Oklahoma, after a disastrous marriage, she’s determined to remain independent for the sake of her daughter. The only thing standing in her way is Deacon Fox—the man she loved and walked away from years ago.
Since Loretta owns the bookstore right next to his current renovation project, Deacon can’t escape the woman who broke his heart. Throw in her adorable little girl and one ridiculously oversized dog, and they’re almost a family. Only he can’t be that guy—what they had was once in a lifetime.
But love has a funny way of reopening a door you thought was firmly closed....
I am having so much fun with this series. This time around, high school sweethearts are reunited, and yes, it ended up feeling so good. Loretta and Deacon parted ways over a decade before her divorce brought Loretta back to Hope. It was easy to see, that they each still held a spark for each other. As was the case with all the other Hope couple, these two had great chemistry and I thought they were meant for each other, but what I also loved was Deacon's rapport with Hazel, Loretta's daughter. Gosh! That kid was so fabulous, and the affection shared between her and Deacon was really heartwarming. That dog was something else as well.
I am having such a wonderful time watching the Hope family grow and grow!