Part of Rose Harbor, book 1.5
First published 2013
Jo Marie Rose prepares her bed and breakfast for spring at the Rose Harbor Inn. She plans to create a rose garden with handyman Mark Taylor before her open house event. The two clash over home improvement decisions, but Jo Marie knows Mark cares about her success. During their walk around the property, Jo Marie discovers her rescue dog Rover has vanished. Mark leaves suddenly without explanation, abandoning Jo Marie when she needs support most. His strange behavior puzzles her as she searches Cedar Cove for her beloved pet. She turns to friends Grace and Olivia for help during this stressful time. Meanwhile, Rover embarks on his own journey through town. The dog's adventure leads him to encounter two unexpected people who will receive a wonderful surprise. Jo Marie must navigate both her worry for Rover and her confusion about Mark's abrupt departure.
Genres: romance, mystery, contemporary-romance, family-drama
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Cedar Cove, Rose Harbor Inn
Kindle Edition · Cornerstone Digital