Photographer Ian Kroft’s dream is to finish his book on fellow veterans. When his father offers him the funds he needs in exchange for persuading a family to sell their farm, it sounds simple. Then Ian meets Colette and in a flash everything changes. Cherry Ridge Farm is home to Colette’s family—and to her animal rescue center. The slim, gorgeous veterinarian has no intention of selling. Soon Ian’s chasing after her runaway dog and laughing at her jokes, and he knows that if he lets slip his real purpose, she’ll never forgive him. Ian’s torn between his book and his new romance…all while his father is clamoring for him to seal the deal. Colette can trust a dog to come back when she calls, but a man? Colette’s been burned more than once. Then a sweet, athletic photographer pops into her life and makes her wonder if it’s time to picture a new future.

With a successful career, and his dream house under construction, the only thing missing from Adrien Peterson’s life is love. Since high school, Adrien’s heart has belonged to the irresistible Gracie Sinclair. If only he could make the her see it… Single mother Gracie’s worked hard for everything she’s got. Between her son, her nursing job, and violin playing, she’s built a life that, if not a dream, is something she can be proud of. She’s had enough lovers and family walk out on her to know not to want more. But then Adrien moves next door while his house is being built, bringing with him a tempting charm she remembers all too well. Adrien is determined to break down the walls around Gracie’s heart. When she reluctantly agrees to a six-week trial relationship, he has one shot to show her just what a dream love can be…

Police detective Gabe Sinclair sees broken laws and broken lives every day. The last thing he needs to add to the list is a broken heart. To avoid being burned again, he holds himself to a personal law: never let a romance get serious. So when Gabe hears the word "love" he calls the relationship off—even though the word is coming from the enchanting Sylvia O'Shea. When Gabe abruptly walks out on her, Sylvia struggles to push the handsome detective from her mind. She tries not to think about what might have been and dedicates herself to nurturing her organic farm. Months later an investigation brings Gabe to Sylvia's farm. He can't resist her charm again and offers a no-promises relationship. But no-commitment works both ways. Can Gabe bring himself to break his law...before it's too late?