Amanda Griffin is on the run. Eight years ago she disappeared after witnessing a terrible crime. Now her family thinks she's dead, but she's back in town, desperate to find a way to protect the ones she loves. Police Chief Luke Granger is determined to find out who is behind the threats against Amanda and her sisters. With danger pressing in, there isn't much time, and Luke must put everything on the line. Chief Granger and homicide detectives Connor...

"Lauraine Snelling crafts a poignant story of hope and restoration for a newly paroled mother rebuilding her life after the loss of her son"--Provided by publisher.

Prologue / Kristy Dykes -- Angel food / Kristy Dykes -- Just desserts / Aisha Ford -- A recipe for romance / Vickie McDonough -- Tea for two / Carrie Turanksy -- Epilogue / Kristy Dykes.

Dear Mom and Pop, Two days ago we all spent the afternoon in palm trees. One of the village dogs broke his leash and treed the whole community. The dog is mean, but I have managed to form a cautious relationship with him by feeding him scraps from our table, and jelly beans ... I hope candy doesn't hurt a dog; it hasn't hurt this dog, I can assure you. I know you're wondering about Sam ... I love him with all my heart, but sometimes love isn't enough....

The Bradley and Canfield families are ready to tame the historic Southwest territories--but these young settlers are unprepared to be lassoed by love. Violet Canfield is quick to take in three orphaned children--and just as quick to distrust Willie Bradley. Should she join with him to find the children's guardian? (Book cover)