Emmaline Ryan loved her hometown of Magnolia Sound and being a teacher. She was trying to survive living while trying to pay off her ex-husband’s debts. She gave up believing in miracles long ago but was looking one to appear to save her family’s animal rescue. Garrett Coleman had loved Emmaline since she was eight years old. Things in life changed for both of them and they lost keeping in touch with each other. When Garrett returned to Magnolia Sound to visit his family, he is known as the “#Hot Doc” and a social media star. Garrett worked hard to become a veterinarian and he finds himself questioning his abilities and social status in veterinary medicine. With his chance encounter meeting Emmaline once again, Garrett finds himself having another chance to love again. Add in his teasing brothers, a long forgotten father, and many animals needing care and rescue, Garrett has to prove to everyone, especially to himself, that he is up for the challenge. Emotions run high, fears are faced, and life’s complications make for a fantastic story! Definitely, a five star book!

This story really touched my heart. Emmaline (Emma) and Garrett’s story goes from a long time friendship to discovering their mutual feelings and the family entanglements and life that intercedes. The way Emma and Garrett navigate their way through it all to come out on the other side is sweet and beautiful. I loved Emma’s independence when it came to what she wanted and the way she was able to give Garrett his confidence back. From the first paragraph I couldn’t put it down.