A brash military man like Corporal Shane Ross was not the kind of father Annie Delmar had ever imagined having for her children. But they'd made a mistake that led to an unexpected blessing: Annie was pregnant. Shane wanted to be part of his child's life...; and part of Annie's. He said he wanted to give his unborn child the family he never had. Annie didn't know what to make of it, but everyone deserved a second chance. And maybe a military man...

River Glen is at the edge of nowherea tiny, sleepy town nestled on the shores of the Potomac. It is perfect for Dana Brantley, who, after a rocky couple of years, is looking for a peaceful place to start over. But the townspeople have other ideas for the new librarian. They think she is perfect for their most eligible bachelor, Nick Verone. So does Nicks ten-year-old son, Tony. As does Nick himself. He is intrigued by the mysterious Dana and is determined...