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When her husband Dick cheats on her, renowned chef Ashley James hurries home to Marco Island for comfort from her family. Ashley wants to start fresh and put her infertility and Dick’s infidelity far behind her and swiftly becomes the head chef of Ascent, a popular restaurant on her home island. She meets Ken Carlton, the enigmatic playboy owner who has built his restaurant chain on homegrown organic cuisine. At first, Ashley doesn’t think there’s much to see beyond the pomp and wealth. But she soon learns that Ken is struggling with the tragic loss of his wife.

Caroline Shaw's life unravels and reblooms on the quaint shores of Plum Island, New England. After the loss of her father and the end of her fifteen-year marriage after her husband's cheating, Caroline and her fourteen-year-old daughter, Jules, seek a fresh start. Destroyed and in pieces, she knows she can make it through and get her life back on track.

When the Scott family gathers on the beautiful Marco Island to celebrate their mother’s 65th birthday, six sisters feign happiness in the face of their mother’s “predictions” and their father’s poor health. But each sister is followed by their own problems, causing a tangled mess of drama thinly veiled behind fake smiles.

Daniella Thornton is used to disappearing. After her husband's death, the doctor is dedicated to guarding her heart and providing the best she can for her hearing-impaired daughter, Emily. But when a charismatic producer named Alex Blackwell steps into the picture and forms an unexpected bond with her daughter, Daniella's heart is threatened once again. Alex is known for throwing lavish parties and breaking hearts. He's the last person Daniella needs in her and her daughter's life. Yet he seems determined to prove himself a changed man, and Daniella can't seem to stay away from him.

Five years ago, Jennifer left behind Plum Island and the beloved aunt who raised her after her mother's untimely death. Coming back is bittersweet, but work calls, and she's caught up in helping her friend produce her new television series, Cobble Cottage Mysteries. Until she visits her Aunt Betty to find the Beach Plum Cottage in disrepair and her aunt gravely ill. Jennifer immediately sets about fixing things. She doesn't want Aunt Betty to call upon the old island contractor, but when she sees a rugged man with piercing green eyes, her thoughts—and heart—flip on their head.

When Maggie inherits her grandfather’s Nantucket cottage, she realizes there’s no one in her life to fill the walls of Hope Lodge with laughter and love. Hoping she’d be married by this age to someone keeping her company when she retires from her career in publishing, Maggie decides to restore the place and put it on the market. As the festive season of love draws near, Maggie starts to accept a life of loneliness … Until she meets Stephen, the contractor renovating the lodge – a man she can hardly stand, but one with a heart of gold that warms hers like no other.

Ever since Avery Hawthorn left small town Frisco, Colorado for college at UCLA, her parents have visited her in sunny California for the holidays. When a freak accident at her father’s hardware store derails their plans, Avery must find a way to spend Christmas with them. As a big fan of Christmas, Avery knew this wouldn’t do. She needed to see her family. But, there was one thing standing in the way of her taking time off… The chance for a big promotion at work.

Marli Rivers’ signature carefree demeanor melts away when her sweet shop is hit with a series of fires, threats, and vandalism. Local firefighter, Jake Kline, steps in to help following the attacks, believing Marli is being targeted by an arsonist. Their professional relationship feels strained, at first, and she is less than thrilled that Jake is the one who’s investigating the fires. Marli perceives him as arrogant, but that perception quickly fades as he proves to be a trusted ally in the face of danger.

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure in The Secrets In Maine series, spanning across seven captivating books. Brace yourself for a cast of vibrant characters who will leave an everlasting impression. Join them as they embark on enchanting journeys, encountering quirky animals, and delving into heartwarming sagas. Experience the thrill of coming-of-age tales and later-in-life romances, with a rollercoaster of emotions that will make you laugh, cry, and yearn for more.

Fame under her stage name, Stella Hart. Fortune. A high-profile marriage to fellow Hollywood actor, Davin Giles. But then a scandal with her ex-husband ruined her reputation and she was forced to disappear from the public eye.

Lorry Scott has faced a tumultuous life as a single mother and sole owner of her family’s historic hotel ever since her father’s death. Burned by her ex-husband’s betrayal and at odds with her teen daughter, Tammy, Lorry feels trapped in a web of emotion and isolation. Her stress only compounds when her mother insists that the hotel needs new renovations. Lorry tries to resist, not wanting to dig their debt even deeper, but she’s unable to stop her mother before she hires a contractor named Tom Barnes.

Harriet Joyce lives an unassuming life in the picturesque town of Plum Island, with secrets guarded as carefully as her heart. She came here to live a simple life and focus on herself. The past has a way of tracking her down, though, and soon, a group of unlikely visitors descends on the island... Her uncle, King Titus with her ex-fiancé Duke Leon Gladstone. They hope for a renewed union and rekindled romance. Harriet would rather throw herself into the sea! Instead, she forms a fake engagement with her best friend's brother, the brooding single father, Finn Shaw.

Heather Jessop, the free-spirited wildlife veterinary explorer, is back at Mistletoe Lodge for the holiday season. What her family doesn't know is the real reason Heather is home. She has been forced to take sick leave for three months while she heals. There’s no better place to heal than with family during the festive season at Mistletoe Lodge in Frisco, Colorado.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of The Secrets In Maine series, where the Wright siblings' indomitable spirit, unwavering love, and quirky personalities captivate listeners. Join them on a journey filled with laughter, tears, and unforgettable moments as they navigate through captivating tales of coming-of-age, later-in-life romances, and heartwarming sagas.

When Annie’s ex-husband goes missing, she puts their differences aside to search for him. But when he turns up with a bullet wound and paler than death, Annie knows she’s seen it all. What has Roger done this time, and who is after him? And why will Roger trust no one but Tom, his lifelong rival, with his secret? Annie needs answers only Tom can give her, but she can’t stop him from carving his way back into her heart. The newcomers at her childhood home—where life began with a promise and dreams ended before they began—are not what they seem.

The strong winds of autumn are about to blow a few surprises in Cody Moore's way. Discovering her mother's true identity has left Cody and her family shocked. But as the Moore family settles back into their everyday lives and wind down from a summer filled with mystery and life-changing truths, they soon discover their troubles are far from over.

As October slides into November, Cody Bay enjoys a few rare moments of peace. Finally able to focus on her personal projects, Cody Moore sets out to start renovations on the Bay. December's Christmas rush is but a breath away, and with the trouble following them around at every turn, she needs to be ready. But Cody's hopes for a quiet November are soon shattered. The last guest to arrive at the Inn brings with them chaos anew.

Hope Wright, a successful bakery and catering business owner faces her ex-love interest and brother's best friend, Logan Hall, as he returns to town after being injured as a Navy Seal. Hope's feelings for him are reignited against her better judgment. But she is grappling with a secret - the identity of her six-year-old daughter's father. Hope finds that it's going to be near impossible to avoid Logan now that he's back in town!

The Beach House In Bar Harbor is a heartwarming tale that follows the story of Thorn Wright, a single father and local vet in Bar Harbor, who out of desperation is left with no choice but to hire Rose Davenport as his veterinary nurse and practice manager. After four years, Thorn still has not moved on from the sudden death of his wife, and seeing Rose again opens up the old guilt that he’s carried around for twelve years over her.

Fallon and Piper McCaid have not spoken to each other in fifteen years, much to the despair of their younger sister, Ashley. With their brother missing, their grandfather in recovery, and their family home under threat, the sisters are reunited. The McCaid sisters are forced to put aside their differences to face their fears, unravel a mystery, and confront an unknown enemy.