Carolyn Astfalk

After his girlfriend left, Dan Malone spent months in a tailspin of despair. Just when his life seems to be back on track, he meets Emily Kowalski, the younger sister of his new best friend. But he's made a mess of his life and ruined his chances for earning the love of a woman like her....

Alan Reynolds slid into marriage. When his wife kicks him out, it looks as if he may slide out just as easily. Forced to bunk with his newlywed younger brother and his pregnant wife, Alan gets a firsthand look at a happy marriage while his wife rebuffs his attempts at a reunion....

With three rambunctious, young children, Melanie Lombardi can't see beyond the day-to-day struggle to maintain her home and her sanity since her husband's sudden death. A second chance at romance isn't on her radar....

Sixteen-year-old Paul Porter's relocation to Pennsylvania is a temporary move during his dad's deployment. Or so he and his brother think, until devastating news arrives. Paul's new home with the Muellers provides solace, especially in the form of Rachel, his friend and confidante....

With her sister Abby's encouragement, Rebecca has moved out of their overbearing father's home. When a chance encounter with Chris ends with an invitation, Rebecca says yes....