Locke Erikson and his brothers needed a way out. Their dad was one mean SOB, and they had to get out of the house before one of them ended up dead. Locke hit the jackpot. It was over a billion dollars, and there was only one winner. Just disappearing and keeping their winnings a secret seemed like the best solution.

Alexandra Grable was down on her luck. Her grandmother, Martha, had been keeping tabs on her and told her she’d be dying soon. Alexandra was hoping that her grandmother would be leaving her enough money to get on her feet. To her surprise, the woman gave nearly everything to Locke, including the responsibility for her care. She didn’t have a penny to her name. What was she going to do when she wore out her welcome….

Shipley has spent her life saving others as a doctor in the Army’s M.A.S.H. unit, where she’s seen it all—except for a homecoming like this. Returning stateside for her brother-in-law’s funeral, she’s prepared for a quiet visit with her sister, but instead, she’s thrown into a whirlwind of family drama, danger, and unexpected romance.

When a tragic accident thrusts her into the role of hero once again, Shipley finds herself face to face with Dusty, a man who’s as relentless as she is in facing life’s challenges. Dusty Erickson is no stranger to hard decisions, but when his path crosses with Shipley’s, he knows he’s found something worth fighting for.

As Shipley navigates family struggles, the pushy advances of a past admirer, and the weight of her military career, she’s forced to confront a different kind of battle—one of the heart. Will she allow herself to trust Dusty with her life and her love, or will the burdens of her past keep her from embracing the future they could have together?

When August Erickson revisits the sprawling estate he designed, he expects to face critiques of his work, not a fiery connection with the no-nonsense landscaper, Jacklynn “Jack” Blackman. With her strong will and a spark that rivals his own, Jack is a challenge August can’t resist. As their worlds collide at a black-tie event, the chemistry between them is undeniable—igniting a whirlwind romance filled with fiery passion, family rivalries, and the chance for a love that defies the odds.

August is all in—captivated by Jack’s confidence and beauty. But Jack’s strained relationship with her family and the weight of past decisions threaten to complicate their whirlwind romance. Together, they’ll have to navigate unexpected challenges and rising tensions to claim the love they both deserve.

Love, ambition, and the pursuit of a new beginning come alive in August, a story of passion and resilience where the stakes are as high as the rewards.

Mandy’s life has been anything but easy. Scarred—literally and emotionally—by her violent past, she’s determined to create a safe, stable home for her young nephews. The last thing she expects is help from a stranger… let alone one as frustratingly irresistible as Demitrius Erikson.

Demi is used to the heat of the kitchen, not the whirlwind that is Mandy Wilson. When he offers her a too-good-to-be-true rental, he doesn’t expect his carefully ordered life to be turned upside down by her fierce independence and guarded heart. Sparks fly, tempers flare, and emotions boil over as these two opposites clash, comfort, and eventually collide.

But with threats from the boys’ past closing in, Demi and Mandy must decide if they’re stronger together or safer apart. Can love truly heal old wounds, or will fear keep them both from the home and happiness they deserve?

Knox Erikson likes his life steady, quiet, and firmly under control. As the behind-the-scenes legal researcher for his family’s law firm, he’d rather bury himself in case files than step foot into a courtroom. But when he takes on helping Carrie Sharp escape her abusive siblings, Knox finds himself pushed into the center of a battle he never expected — and one that hits closer to his heart than he cares to admit.

Just when Knox starts to think he understands “complicated,” Elaine Westcock blows into town.

Fresh out of the service, broke, exhausted, and sleeping in her car, Elaine isn’t expecting much more than a chance at a teaching job. Instead, the tiny town wraps her in unexpected kindness, a hot meal, and a place to land. She’s tough, honest, and unshakably practical — and Knox can’t help noticing her… even if he insists he isn’t looking for anything more than friendship.

As Knox juggles family, justice, and the growing storm surrounding Carrie’s upcoming trial, Elaine is building a new life from scratch, determined not to lean on anyone — especially a man who seems determined to carry the world on his shoulders.

Neither of them is searching for love. But sometimes love finds you anyway… right when you need it most.

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