NYT best-selling author Patricia Rice brings you another tale of love and mystery, a prestigious RITA award finalist: “Lively and fast-paced… Curl up with Patricia Rice’s latest and hold your breath!” The Literary Times When the vital software he’s developing is ominously threatened, JD Marshall escapes with his computers and sheer nerve. Forced off the road, injured in the middle of Nowheresville, KY, JD is at the mercy of Nina Toon, independent, infuriating—and enticing. Unsettled by the Harley-riding stranger, Nina is suspicious, despite his offer to make her dream of a botanical garden come true. How can she trust this rugged charmer when a murderer follows him to her quiet town—but as her heart falls under JD’s spell, how can she not? Romance Writers of America Rita Finalist REVIEWS: “Wonderful storytelling…Make sure you add Garden of Dreams to your must read pile.” Romantic Times “Patricia Rice is a master storyteller!” Mary Jo Putney “Engaging… You can always count on Patricia Rice for an entertaining story with just the right mix of romance, humor, and emotion.” The Romance Reader “Ms. Rice’s debut into contemporary is a huge success with this magnificent novel. Her characters are charming and the reader will fall in love with every one of them. The plot is refreshingly delightful, and she throws in a few curves that add to the fun. A definite joy to read.” Rendezvous