Laura James loves working in her family's flower shop, but has to ward off advances from her brother-in-law. She distrusts men but cannot deny her attraction when she stumbles into Brett Mitchell. Drawn to one another despite their conflicting goals, Laura longs for a secure future in her Ohio hometown, while Brett yearns for adventure and an escape from his abusive father. When he lands a NASCAR job in North Carolina, Laura fears she will never see him again. Devastated, she withdraws just when she needs help most. Her brother-in-law is murdered and all evidence points to Laura. Brett knows members of her family, as well as the town gossip share motive and opportunity. Will he return to help clear her? Who will reveal the killer in a shocking twist? And will Laura ever find security in love?

Young widow Rachel Santos raises her daughters alone and tries to get past the pain of losing her cheating husband. Attracted to pretty boys, she goes from one bad relationship to another. When she dumps her cheating boyfriend, someone vandalizes her home and sabotages her job. Faithful Elliot Truman catches this demented stalker... and convinces her some men are worth loving.

Struggling to be free of her abusive father, Vanessa Gallagher maintains her independence by managing a tea shop and begs her mother to join her safe haven in small town Crystal Falls. Although determined not to let another man control her, she cannot resist the comforting kindness of handsome contractor Chad James. Then her father meets his doom at the bottom of a cliff, and police suspect Vanessa's mother. When Chad uncovers the truth in an unexpected turn of events, will Vanessa choose love over independence?

Fighting to relinquish her unsavory reputation, Sarita Santos strives to raise her young daughter as a Christian. While gorgeous Max Carter tempts her to rely on his affluence and care, she remains traumatized by her treacherous past. After the release of her ex-boyfriend from prison, her daughter is kidnapped. He threatens to kill the child he wanted aborted unless he receives a huge ransom. Will Max pay off this convict? Who will rescue the innocent little girl? And will Sarita ever know the refuge of real love?