Hometown Sweetheart

Sometimes love happens one reluctant step at a time-if you have faith. An uplifting inspirational romance from the New York Times-bestselling author.Seven unruly kids have moved next door to Simon Adams's mountain cabin. On a church retreat, these rambunctious rascals and their perky teacher, Shanna White, prove to be too much for one reclusive craftsman to handle. Plus, they're a big reminder of everything Simon lost, especially his chance for marriage and family. All he wants is to be left alone, but soon he's drawn in by the kids' shenanigans-and by Shanna herself. Can a brooding mountain man and a sweet lady live happily ever after?