Review by Publisher's Weekly Review
Veterinarian Dani Capelli, the heroine of Thayne's sweet holiday romp, is a former foster child who ended up marrying a career criminal. Understandably, this has left her cynical about life, men, and especially police officers. Haven Point deputy Ruben Morales, her next-door neighbor and the son of her mentor, was raised in a loving family in the small town, so he doesn't know what to make of Dani and her aloof behavior. But his fierce attraction to her makes him want to uncover her secrets, something Dani is determined not to let happen. Ruben turns to winning over her daughters, 13-year-old Silver and six-year-old Mia. When Silver gets in trouble with the law, Ruben steps in and Dani ends up spending a lot of time with the firm but gentle deputy; when his fun-loving family is thrown into the mix, Dani's walls start to crumble. There's not much alone time for Dani and Ruben prior to their confessions of love, and it's hard to see why he keeps chasing someone who constantly rebuffs him, but the anticipation of their union will win fans over. Agent: Karen Solem, Spencerhill Assoc. (Oct.) © Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.
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Review by Library Journal Review
Veterinarian, former foster kid, and single mom of two Daniela Capelli has relocated to Haven Point, ID, from Boston to give her girls a better life. While Daniela is loving her internship with the town vet, teenaged Silver and younger sister Mia are having a harder time. Daniela is determined to carve out a new life-and that doesn't include men-so her attraction to her next-door neighbor and boss's son Deputy Sheriff Ruben Morales doesn't help a bit. But the attraction goes both ways, and despite Dani's puzzling reticence, Ruben's not about to give up, even when she tells him something she knows he can never forgive. Misplaced guilt and a closely held secret keep things tense, while a teenage graffiti spree, holiday festivities, a Secret Santa family tradition, and a cast of appealing characters (Silver and Mia are especially engaging) add to the enjoyment. VERDICT A guarded heroine and a strong, perceptive hero find love despite all odds in this uplifting holiday heart-warmer. Thayne (The Cottages on Silver Beach) lives in the Northern Utah Mountains. © Copyright 2018. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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