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Avery Monroe came to Willow Creek looking for a fresh start-not a forever kind of love.
At twenty-seven, the pediatric nurse has spent years putting everyone else first. After leaving the city behind, she's determined to build a life of her own in the quiet Southern town she's always dreamed of calling home. With a new job, a stack of romance novels, and a heart full of hope, Avery is finally ready to start over.
Then she meets Mason Carter.
At thirty-two, Mason owns the town's construction company and keeps to himself whenever possible. Known for his gruff attitude, few words, and intimidating presence, most people assume he's impossible to get close to. What they don't see is the man who secretly longs for a wife, a family, and a home filled with laughter.
When Avery's fixer-upper needs more work than she bargained for, Mason reluctantly agrees to help. What starts as construction projects and friendly arguments slowly turns into stolen glances, late-night conversations, and feelings neither of them expected.
But while Avery is busy rebuilding her life, Mason is hiding a secret he's been working on for years-a dream house built for a future he never thought he'd have.
As their connection deepens, Avery must decide if she's willing to trust someone with her heart, and Mason must learn that some of life's best plans are the ones you never make.
What to Expect ✨
🤎 Black heroine × country builder romance
🌻 A charming Southern small town
📚 A book-loving pediatric nurse chasing a fresh start
🔨 A grumpy contractor secretly longing for a family
❤️ Protective hero energy
✨ A slow-burn love story
🏡 A dream home built with love
👶 Family-centered themes
💘 Tender romance and unforgettable moments
😭 An emotional happily-ever-after