Accepting My Duty: Book 9 in the Piper Falls: Station 28 Series

In the quiet town of Piper Falls, Texas, Detective Matt Bradley has dedicated his life to serving and protecting his community. But beneath his stoic exterior lies a heart haunted by loss. After witnessing his best friend's tragic death in the line of duty and the subsequent pain endured by the widow and children left behind, Matt swore off serious relationships. He couldn't bear the thought of exposing anyone else to such heartache.

Amber Connery left Piper Falls years ago, seeking to escape the confines of small-town life. But when her beloved grandmother passes away, she returns to find her grandfather struggling to cope alone. Amber brings with her a piece of Piper Falls she could never leave behind—her young daughter, the result of a brief but intense romance with Matt. Now, as best friends and co-parents, Matt and Amber navigate the complexities of their relationship, always keeping the past and their unspoken feelings at bay.

When a series of mysterious vandalisms begin to plague Piper Falls, Matt is thrust into an investigation that uncovers buried secrets and hidden motives. As he delves deeper, he finds himself drawn closer to Amber, the one person who understands his pain yet remains out of reach.

As best friends and co-parents, Matt and Amber navigate the complexities of their relationship. Sparks fly between the two. Unspoken feelings that never went away shine brighter than the Texas sun.

But taking a second chance on each other seems like a bigger mistake than just keeping their distance.