Hearts of Maplewood Grove Series

Cleo, a city-dweller and successful beauty entrepreneur, finds herself at a crossroads when life pulls her back to Maplewood Grove, the hometown she vowed to leave behind. Returning to care for her father with early-onset dementia, she confronts the life and love she missed in the hustle of the city.   York, with his feet firmly planted in the soil of his farm, lives a life of simple pleasures, yet yearns for a connection that's eluded him. When Cleo walks back into town, it's as if a missing piece of his world snaps into place. Her beauty is evident, but it's her resilience, intelligence, and compassion that captivate him completely.   Together, Cleo and York discover a shared longing for something more, something deeper. As they navigate the tender, sometimes turbulent waters of their growing love, they find themselves facing the complexities of life at a mature age—family pressures, grief, career ambitions, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment.   Will Cleo and York seize their chance at happiness, embracing the love they've found against all odds? Or will the realities of life dim the flame that burns between them?

In the small town of Maplewood Grove, Lila runs Barton and Sinclair's, a bookstore she started with her late husband, Ben. Still grieving two years after his death, she's comforted by the familiar surroundings of her store.   When James, a retired history teacher, moves to Maplewood Grove looking for a quiet place to settle, he's drawn to the bookstore and its owner. As they both prepare for the annual Green Festival, a celebration that meant a lot to Ben, James finds himself increasingly involved in the community—and with Lila.   As the festival nears, Lila must decide if she's ready to let someone new into her life, while James looks for a new purpose. "Bookends of the Heart" explores love, loss, and the possibility of second chances in a close-knit community.

Rachel Carter is ready for a fresh start. Leaving behind a turbulent past in Miami, she and her teenage son, Ethan, arrive in the cozy town of Maplewood Grove. Surrounded by rolling Tennessee hills and friendly neighbors, Rachel hopes to build a new life for her family. But when Ethan crosses paths with Sam Bennett—the town's rugged yet kind-hearted mechanic—their lives begin to intertwine in unexpected ways. Sam knows a thing or two about raising a teen alone and repairing more than just cars. When he finds himself drawn to Rachel and her son, his heart reawakens. Yet both Rachel and Sam carry scars from their pasts and worry about trusting love again. As the seasons change, Rachel and Sam's connection blossoms in ways neither expected. Can they let go of their guarded hearts to find a second chance at love? Or will the shadows of their pasts keep them apart? This charming, small-town romance celebrates new beginnings and the courage to embrace love at any stage of life. Curl up with Where Hearts take Root and rediscover the power of love and community!

They say it's never too late for a second chance—but what if love itself is ready for a fresh start? Maggie Giles has built a life she loves in the heart of Maplewood Grove, a charming town where gossip flows like sweet tea, and neighbors are more like family. As an artist, Maggie sees beauty in the broken, transforming discarded scraps into breathtaking sculptures. But her carefully crafted independence hides a truth she'd rather not face—sometimes, solitude can feel a little too lonely. Daniel Everett didn't move to Maplewood Grove to find love. The retired environmentalist left his fast-paced life in Oregon seeking quiet, purpose, and maybe a chance to heal. But his new neighbor, Maggie, shakes up his world with her untamed spirit and her knack for turning chaos into harmony. When a community project brings them together, Maggie and Daniel must confront the walls they've built around their hearts. Can Maggie open her life to someone without losing herself? Will Daniel discover that moving forward doesn't mean leaving the past behind?