Synopsis:In the quaint town of Willow Creek, nestled between the serene lake and the whispering woods, Emma Sullivan finds solace in her small bookstore, "Leaf Through." Life in Willow Creek is peaceful, predictable, and just a touch lonely for Emma, who secretly yearns for a love as enduring as the classic novels that line her shelves.
When a storm sweeps through town, it brings with it an unexpected stranger, Jack Harland, a charming yet enigmatic writer seeking solitude and inspiration.
Stranded by the weather, Jack stumbles into "Leaf Through," and into Emma's carefully constructed world.
Intrigued by his mysterious aura and disarmed by his wit, Emma finds herself drawn to Jack. As the days pass and the storm rages on, their fleeting encounters blossom into a tentative friendship. Yet, both Emma and Jack harbor pasts that have left them wary of love. Emma, nursing a heart bruised by a previous relationship, and Jack, carrying the weight of a secret that could upend his life.
As the seasons change and the storm clears, revealing the stunning beauty of Willow Creek, Emma and Jack must confront their fears. Together, they embark on an emotional journey, navigating the complexities of trust, vulnerability, and the courage it takes to open one's heart.
But when Jack's secret threatens to surface, and the tranquility of Willow Creek is disrupted, their budding romance is put to the test. Will the whispers of their hearts be enough to forge a bond that can overcome the shadows of their pasts?
When long estranged Jake returns to West Line Ranch, Liz can't help but sense that they're in for a world of trouble - though as the two become closer, Liz becomes torn between her family and the man she's starting to fall for.
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After the beloved owner of West Line Ranch passes away, Liz and the rest of the ranch get a wild surprise at the reading of the will - long estranged Jake is on his way back to West Line Ranch, which can only mean trouble. When he arrives to not only discover he was granted full ownership of the ranch, but that he must stay for a year, he agrees, as there's nothing holding him to his past. However, the longer he stays at the ranch, the more he begins to fall for not just the simpler way of life in the country, but for Liz as well.
This is Book 1 of the West Brothers Series.
Book 2 - Western Connection and Book 3 - Western Flame, are also available to read exclusively on Wattpad
Watty's Shortlist - 2021
[[word count: 90,000-100,000 words]]
Cover designed by Ashley Santoro