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A dying father’s final wish brings a mystery to life once again...
In the small town of Legacy, Texas, an old man is dying. At his side is the son determined to clear his name. Mac Morrison knows his father was wrongfully imprisoned for murder, and he’s determined to find the real killer. But not before he reunites with a love from his past...
Hailey Green, who’s still grieving her brutally murdered sister, hasn’t seen Mac since he fled town in disgrace. Forced to raise her siblings, Hailey still relies on no one but herself—until the man who killed her sister returns. Turning to each other while seeking answers, Hailey and Mac find their old desires reignited and realize that the only life worth protecting is one together!
“Why?” Mac finally asked in a soft voice. “I’ve missed you. What would be the harm in reconnecting?”
This question so dumbfounded her that Hailey stared, speechless. And then, while she was still trying to formulate a response, he leaned over and kissed her.
It wasn’t a demanding kiss, or a punishing one. The brush of his lips on hers felt soft, welcoming and familiar. And because of that, sensual as hell. When he finally lifted his mouth away, she couldn’t stop shaking.
Of course he noticed. “Are you cold?” he asked, even though she suspected he knew the truth.
“No.” Right then, right now, she knew she should stand up, move away and demand in a forceful voice that he never do such a thing again. But it had been far too long since she’d been touched, and the cold, empty shell of a person she’d become felt like a flower opening to the sun. She wanted more.
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Some books are more difficult for me to write than others. This book was one of those. I started working on it while still raw from losing my father just two years after losing my mother. Several times while writing it, I had to force myself to face my pain and dig deep. The story, while alternately painful and uplifting, hit close to my heart, and now that the book is finished, I feel it is among my best work. The love shines through.
Previous loves and second chances are my very favorite to write. Throw in a massive need for forgiveness, for understanding and the fact that a very giving woman needs to finally learn it’s all right to reach for her own happiness, and you have part of the reason why this book was so important to me. Raw and emotional, some of it culled from my own recent experiences, I viewed this story as redemption and the true power of love. There’s beauty in sacrifice and joy in love. This particular couple is special to me. I hope you feel the same. I’d love to hear from you and see what you think.
Karen Whiddon
The Texan’s Return
Karen Whiddon
KAREN WHIDDON started weaving fanciful tales for her younger brothers at the age of eleven. Amid the gorgeous Catskill Mountains, then the majestic Rocky Mountains, she fueled her imagination with the natural beauty surrounding her. Karen now lives in north Texas, writes full-time and volunteers for a boxer dog rescue. She shares her life with her hero of a husband and four to five dogs, depending on if she is fostering. You can email Karen at [email protected]. Fans can also check out her website, karenwhiddon.com.
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