Granite Falls Series by Cynthia Cooke

A precocious kindergartener, a runaway bunny, and a handsome contractor are rebuilding Abby’s faith in love over the holidays.After Abby Gile’s husband dies in a brutal attack, she can no longer face the busy streets outside her townhouse in Washington DC. Determined to make a fresh start, she accepts her sister’s offer of a temporary job teaching kindergarten in a small North Carolina Mountain town. Abby loves her new cabin in the mountains, her new job, and her students... moreA precocious kindergartener, a runaway bunny, and a handsome contractor are rebuilding Abby’s faith in love over the holidays.After Abby Gile’s husband dies in a brutal attack, she can no longer face the busy streets outside her townhouse in Washington DC. Determined to make a fresh start, she accepts her sister’s offer of a temporary job teaching kindergarten in a small North Carolina Mountain town. Abby loves her new cabin in the mountains, her new job, and her students. One, in particular, is dealing with the loss of her mother, and though Abby wants to help her, she clashes with the girl's uncle at every turn. Clay doesn't believe five-year-old Grace is ready to face her mother's death. He should be the one to help his niece deal with her loss, not the new teacher who is constantly putting him into uncomfortable situations and forcing difficult conversations. No matter how hard he tries to keep Abby at a distance, he can’t help but be drawn to the pretty teacher, but he needs to focus on his niece and not on Abby.Abby realizes she has to face the painful memories of her past before she can move forward into her future. Even if Clay isn’t ready. Can their love of a precocious kindergartner, give them the courage they need to take a chance on love? Can the spirit of Christmas help a grieving heart find joy in the season? less

A witness to her best friend’s brutal murder, Callie must remember who the killer is and stop him from coming after her again.After a vicious attack at her bakery leaves Callie Andrews in the hospital and her best friend and business partner dead, Callie wakes certain her friend’s husband is her killer, but can’t remember why. Hiding out in the small town of Granite Falls under the protection of small-town sheriff, Josh Halloway, she thinks she's safe. But even in small towns, danger lurks... moreA witness to her best friend’s brutal murder, Callie must remember who the killer is and stop him from coming after her again.After a vicious attack at her bakery leaves Callie Andrews in the hospital and her best friend and business partner dead, Callie wakes certain her friend’s husband is her killer, but can’t remember why. Hiding out in the small town of Granite Falls under the protection of small-town sheriff, Josh Halloway, she thinks she's safe. But even in small towns, danger lurks.Josh has been battling a hidden threat. Someone has been making and distributing drugs in his small town, and people are starting to die. Who is really after Callie? What if her memories are wrong? Danger lurks around every corner, and they have no idea where it will come from next. less

"Love, danger, and second chances - will Lucy trust her heart to the firefighter who never stopped loving her?" In the tight-knit Halloway family of First Responders, Jared Halloway is a courageous firefighter and the town's most eligible bachelor. His heart, once captivated by the spirited Lucy Palmer, was left shattered. But when Lucy finds herself hunted by a relentless predator, Jared’s unbreakable sense of duty forces him to protect her... more"Love, danger, and second chances - will Lucy trust her heart to the firefighter who never stopped loving her?" In the tight-knit Halloway family of First Responders, Jared Halloway is a courageous firefighter and the town's most eligible bachelor. His heart, once captivated by the spirited Lucy Palmer, was left shattered. But when Lucy finds herself hunted by a relentless predator, Jared’s unbreakable sense of duty forces him to protect her.As danger closes in, Jared and Lucy are thrown together, confronting the past and the raw emotions that still linger between them. The chemistry between them is undeniable as the past comes rushing back for them both.In this riveting romantic suspense, Jared and Lucy must risk everything to stay safe. Join them on a gripping journey of love, danger, and redemption as they discover that sometimes, surrendering to love is the only way to truly protect the heart. About Granite Falls! Granite Falls seems like the perfect small town, filled with friendships, love and laughter, and just enough intrigue to keep it interesting. But not everything is what it seems, secrets and danger lurk around every corner. If you like a little danger mixed in with your love, then Granite Falls in the town for you. less