When Courtney Atwood’s husband dies in an accident, she does her best to mourn him as she ought. But they never really loved each other, and their marriage was simply one of convenience. Raising her five-year-old son on her own becomes a challenge for more than one reason – how can she explain that there should be more to life than simply accepting what you’re given? The chance to give Joshua a family – and show him real love – arises when she applies to become a Mail Order Bride to Sheriff Scott Bailey in Spring Valley, Texas. But things are topsy turvy when they arrive. The sheriff’s mother is the one who applied for a wife on behalf of her son. And Courtney’s son Joshua is a complete surprise. Worst of all, the handsome sheriff takes one look at Courtney and tells her he has no intention of getting married. But the matrimonial agency promised a genuine love match – guaranteed. Can Courtney convince Sheriff Bailey to give her and Joshua a chance? Or will she have to accept that she has missed out on love completely?