“An absolutely wonderful contemporary romance. A delightful blend of humor and emotion.” – Kristin Hannah on Finding You After tragedy struck, Carla Candellano retreated from an elite search and rescue squad to her hometown, where she’s safe from everything except her Italian mama’s meddling. When a handsome stranger moves in next door, Carla can’t help being drawn to Jackson Wyatt and the silent … the silent child at his side.
Reese hasn’t spoken since her mother died, so Jackson brought her to Chandler in hopes that the beach-town charm would bring back the laughing little girl she once was. This is not the time for the strongest desire he’s ever felt. He should be focused on Reese, not falling for the beautiful woman next door. But how can he stay away when his precious daughter soaks in the affection of Carla and the close-knit Candellanos? And when his own heart begins to feel again for the first time in a very long time?
Over one passionate summer, Carla and Jackson will discover that no matter where you try to hide, destiny has a way of finding you.
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A very romantic, delightful story. Great sappy ending. Loved it.
This was a satisfying and poignant book offset with lively banter and a cast of characters that will have you anticipating the next book(s) in the series.
Beautiful
This was such a touching story. Jackson brings his little girl Reese to Chandler for the summer to help her heal & talk again after the death of her mom. Carla is not doing her searching after losing a child she was close to. She would train but wasn’t looking for love. Until a little girl & her dad and up across the street.
I liked this book from the first page. Down to earth, not all sex. Good, realistic story, that touched your heart.
Absolutely loved this book! Great characters, couldn’t put it down.
really enjoyed the story
Fast summer read but the story and characters are too thin and unsubstantial.
Touching, loving and exceptional story.
I just finished reading Book 1 and am gushing over how great a read it was!
The Candellanos are a tight Italian family in Chandler CA who get together every Sunday for dinner. Their conversations will make you smile.
Across the street, Jackson, a Chicago widower, and his 6 year old daughter Reese move in for the summer. It has been one year since the car accident that took her mother’s life and she does not speak. ITM, fast-talking Carla has been dealing with her own issues for the past 2 years. Abby the now unemployed search and rescue dog forms a strong bond with Reese. It is a great book and a great story that makes you want to hug your family!
Guilt ridden girl goes home with her dog and pups and gets involved with a neighbor’s daughter that has become mute due to an accident that killed her mother and traumatized her.. Liked this book and its development with minimum of sex. Recommend this for over 13 age group.
I love the Castellano family, especially Mama. She brought such life to the book. The heartbreaking story of a man and his six year old daughter filled my heart and I loved the way Carla Castellano and Mama brought them back with love, warmth and the feeling of being safe. I’m looking forward to book 2.
I really enjoyed this wonderful story about a widower, his emotionally injured daughter, and the loving, intrusive, accepting, generous and kind, inclusive Italian family who live a few doors away from the house he rented for the summer. This is a story about loving people who heal and won’t ignore those who are withdrawn into their shells because of emotional pain. Everyone should know a family like that. This is an excellent book.
Child is a must read for me and she didn’t disappoint with this one!
Out of tragedy comes the overwhelming power of love…and puppies!
I was afraid this was going to turn into the clique big Italian family story but it wasn’t quite. There was a lot going on with all the characters. I’ll read more.
I am just now reading this book. So far I have really enjoyed it. Can’t wait to see how it ends. The little girl will turn out fine. I just hope that her grand mother doesn’t get a hold of her.
Never a boring moment.
This was about more than just sex. Lots of good weaving throughout the book.
Awesome book
Good read!!