An Army vet chosen to build a playground soon has all he needs to build a family in this inspirational romance.Rachel Perez needs a handyman to spruce up her in-home day care. So when she "wins" ex-soldier Seth Howell in a bachelor auction, she's glad he can swing a hammer. But when freewheeling Seth suddenly inherits a two-year-old and a sprawling ranch, he's got to grow up fast. Seth admires Rachel's kindness and easy way with kids, so he seeks her help in finding his footing as a father. And single mom Rachel sees how determined Seth is to do right by little Caden. Between his toddler and her teenager, they've got plenty of responsibilities. Finding time for love seems out of the question—but soon they're forging a new family . . . together.

About the Author ~Love Courageously~Award-winning author Deb Kastner writes stories of faith, family and community in a small-town western setting.  Deb's books contain sigh-worthy heroes and strong heroines facing obstacles that draw them closer to each other and the Lord. She lives in Colorado with her husband. She is blessed with three grown daughters and two grandchildren. She enjoys spoiling her grandkids, movies, music, reading, musical theater and exploring Colorado on horseback.

“ … a tender story of healing and finding a place to belong. This sweet, Southern romance doesn’t disappoint.” – Liz Talley Robin Lancaster, a twenty-six-year-old former kindergarten teacher, has her summer and her life all figured out. She’s ready to be on her own, writing and illustrating her children’s stories at her family’s beloved lake house. Once there, she intends to rekindle a romance with Caleb Jackson, the area’s top hunting and fishing guide, and bag him for herself.Complications arise from the start when Robin finds out her mother has rented the lake house to a man they know nothing about. Matthew McLaughlin, forty-year-old widowed university professor and author from California, shows up at Pine Lake in crisis. A sabbatical might be his only hope to save much more than his career. He needs a place of refuge. Sharing the lake house with a lighthearted young woman and her dog is the last thing on his mind. Caleb Jackson has his own plans. He’s used to things going his way, but a man staying in Robin’s house presents unforeseen challenges. When paths unavoidably entangle for these three, hearts are on the line.

Actress Emily Van Arsdale has returned to her Idaho hometown - with an entire film crew in tow! With its stunning scenery and reputation for hosting celebrities, Sun Valley is the perfect setting for Emily’s newest romantic comedy. Tracen Lake is happy to work as a stunt consultant for the movie but not as thrilled to deal with a bunch of high-maintenance Hollywood types. But Tracen is surprised to discover in Emily a down-to-earth Idaho girl who does all her own stunts and loves the outdoors. As filming wraps up and Emily heads off to her next gig, will she be able to leave Sun Valley - and Tracen - behind?

She flees to Florida to chase her dream of painting, but leaving may cost her both her Amish boyfriend and her family’s respect. Twenty-year-old Priscilla King is unsure about joining the Amish Church or using her rumspringa freedom to paint beach landscapes. She's been offered a two-month-long nanny position in Siesta Key, Florida, by an author on a tight writing deadline. The opportunities presented are more than a little tempting for Priscilla, even if it means disappointing her parents and leaving her new boyfriend. Stephen Hertzler grew up in an Amish family, but, like Priscilla, he's undecided about joining the church. He loves Priscilla and wants to marry her, though he knows she's not ready to decide anything other than her summer plans. His biggest worry is that she'll meet someone else in Florida and forget him. When Priscilla's parents sabotage her part-time job at a local fabric store to dissuade her from following a "worldly lifestyle" in taking the nanny position in Florida, Priscilla is distraught. She knows she would regret not taking this chance. Leaving a note, she sneaks out in disobedience of her parents' wishes.Stolen paintings and Mitch, a Jewish New Yorker, complicate Priscilla’s plans. With the freedom to paint, dreams she has never fully imagined begin to feel possible—but at what cost?

While hurrying to catch a plane, widowed lawyer Mitch Sayer finds a single page from a handwritten letter, a letter offering forgiveness to an unknown recipient. But thoughts of its possible owner flee his mind when he meets his attractive seatmate, Piper Wynne.Guilt has driven Piper from her family, and her new job as an insurance investigator offers the prospect of starting over. Mitch's discovery of her letter and his quest for its addressee make it difficult to continue to hide her past, especially as their new friendship deepens. Will Mitch's love for Piper truly heal her heart?

A captivating Christian romance where faith is tested, hope is restored, and love arrives when least expected—warming your heart with every page.????? "Absolutely beautiful! I never tire of Jennifer's ability to spin a heartfelt, deep, meaningful love story." -L Teague, amazon review????? "This is a stunning series." -- Susan Snodgrass, Christian fiction enthusiast and reviewerBegin your journey with the Murphy Brothers! Seven boys walking through life, faith, and love. Theirs are heartwarming and tender stories of romance and of deeply moving redemption. Be uplifted and encouraged as you travel through the first three books of this binge-worthy series.Always You:They made a pact of friendship. Falling in love was not part of the deal.Matt is running from the biggest disappointment of his life. Lauren is desperate to escape the massive shadow of her father’s and sister’s political careers. They made a pact of friendship. Love was not supposed to be part of the deal. Already wounded from the things they’ve left behind, Matt and Lauren wrestle with what comes next. Afraid to move forward. Not wanting to go back. Unsure if they can give their hearts.Can they surrender past hurts, as well as their future plans and trust the good intentions of God?In Spite of Ourselves:Who could build a life on such a monumental mistake?Jackson Murphy: family prankster, class clown… and now, smack in the middle of a Vegas-sized mess. Mackenzie Murphy: independent woman and excellent student—but not a med student. They'd never met before Vegas . . . but contrary to the maxim, what happens in Sin City does not always stay there. Mackenzie wants out. Jackson wants a chance. Neither of them is prepared for what’s coming. Caught in the middle of a disaster that keeps getting bigger, they hardly dare ask:Can God take their monumental mistake and turn it into a beautiful life?Everything Behind Us:Neither wants to relive the past, but they need each other to face the future.Dignified, duty-bound, and responsible, Connor Murphy lives by a code of honor and service. Sadie Allen never intended to return to Sugar Pine—but she can’t face her health crisis alone. Not with a four-year-old depending on her. Even so, Connor Murphy’s proposal of a marriage of convenience wasn’t exactly what she had in mind. Her heart aches at the thought of a marriage without romance. Especially to the one man she’s never gotten over. But she needs help, her son needs a father, and Connor is determined. Marriage, however, is harder than it looks. Will they allow God to forge something beautiful through their pain?"Jennifer Rodewald is one of my absolute favourite contemporary romance authors, and this book is a perfect example of all the reasons why." -Fiction Aficionado ?????"There are very few authors who are so good at painting characters that each and every inch of the story feels real. Jennifer Rodewald is one of the very best." -Chris ?????Don't miss the Murphy Brothers Stories, a heartwarming contemporary romance series that follows a family of brothers through their emotional journeys of deepening faith and hope-filled love. If you are a fan of deeply moving Christian romance that warms your heart, then you’ll love this beautiful romance series by Jennifer Rodewald.