Starfish Bay Series by Irene Hannon

You can’t go home again…or can you? After surviving a devastating tragedy, combat reporter Nate Garrison returns to the only place that ever felt like home: Starfish Bay on the Northern California coast. But his reunion with childhood friend Lindsey Collier is nothing like he’d imagined. The wary widow who runs Star-fish Bay Mercantile was once the girl who made young Nate dream—of a future, of family ties, of deep roots. Now Lindsey avoids love, loss…and Nate... moreYou can’t go home again…or can you? After surviving a devastating tragedy, combat reporter Nate Garrison returns to the only place that ever felt like home: Starfish Bay on the Northern California coast. But his reunion with childhood friend Lindsey Collier is nothing like he’d imagined. The wary widow who runs Star-fish Bay Mercantile was once the girl who made young Nate dream—of a future, of family ties, of deep roots. Now Lindsey avoids love, loss…and Nate. Yet when they join forces to save a be-loved town landmark and help a hurting little boy, might they also find healing, hope—and love? In this Carol Award finalist, Irene Hannon pens a heartfelt tale of the lasting impact of friendship, the healing power of love, and the importance of touchstones—the people, places, and experiences we measure the world against—in our lives. less

Believing in happy endings is foolish…or is it? Scott Walsh has landed the biggest job in the history of Walsh Construction—and he doesn’t in-tend to blow it, despite the complications in his life. And now there’s a new distraction—widow Cindy Peterson, whose young son keeps showing up on his construction site. His hardline ap-proach to the boy’s trespassing, however, does not endear him to either mother or son... moreBelieving in happy endings is foolish…or is it? Scott Walsh has landed the biggest job in the history of Walsh Construction—and he doesn’t in-tend to blow it, despite the complications in his life. And now there’s a new distraction—widow Cindy Peterson, whose young son keeps showing up on his construction site. His hardline ap-proach to the boy’s trespassing, however, does not endear him to either mother or son. But as Scott struggles to keep the project on track while dealing with his ailing grandmother, and as Cindy grapples with a demanding project at work, the two discover that they can help each other meet their respective challenges. And along the way, might they also discover their own happy ending in the tiny Northern California town of Starfish Bay? In this uplifting HOLT Medallion finalist, Irene Hannon once again demonstrates the power of love to heal hearts, instill hope, and transform lives. less

The Healing PlaceStarfish Bay could be a fresh start for Kristen Andrews...even if her new landlord isn't exactly tossing down the welcome mat. Haunted by his past, Clint Nolan isn't ready to open his heart to another woman. But Kristen's also harboring a secret...the daughter she gave up for adoption nine years ago. When the little girl arrives in the California seaside town, upending Kristen's entire world, the cop-turned-park-ranger can't walk away from them... moreThe Healing PlaceStarfish Bay could be a fresh start for Kristen Andrews...even if her new landlord isn't exactly tossing down the welcome mat. Haunted by his past, Clint Nolan isn't ready to open his heart to another woman. But Kristen's also harboring a secret...the daughter she gave up for adoption nine years ago. When the little girl arrives in the California seaside town, upending Kristen's entire world, the cop-turned-park-ranger can't walk away from them. For he's beginning to feel part of the family of two. Can Clint convince Kristen it's time to claim their long-overdue happy ending? less