Kissed by a Stranger

Book excerpt: Laura Fitzhugh's life crumbled in the wake of tragedy: first, the loss of her husband, then the swift eviction from her job and home by her callous mother-in-law. With nowhere to turn, she clings to a glimmer of hope offered by a distant cousin—a chance for a fresh start in Homestead Canyon, Montana. But as Laura and her daughter, Josie, settle into their new surroundings, uncertainty shadows their newfound refuge. Bill Simms, haunted by the ghosts of his own heartache, harbors a deep-seated anger following the loss of his wife and daughter to illness. Initially reluctant to embrace Laura's presence, he finds himself drawn to Josie's infectious smile, sparking a tentative connection between two wounded souls. As Laura and Bill navigate the delicate balance of grief and healing, their paths converge in unexpected ways. Will their shared pain forge a bond strong enough to mend their shattered spirits, or will the weight of past memories prove too burdensome to bear? In a story of love, loss, and redemption, Laura and Bill embark on a journey of healing, discovering that sometimes, amidst the ruins of the past, new beginnings await.