Silver Springs Contemporary Series by Gina Coon

When a shocking accident takes the life of her best friend, California realtor Elizabeth Nelson flies to the rescue of the orphaned children, carrying a letter that grants her custody. Her friend’s brother-in-law, gruff rancher Jack Summers, is already there, organizing the funeral and planning to take the children back to Montana. With two separate legal claims and a concerned Kansas City social worker looking on, the two strangers desperately search for a way to keep the children together... moreWhen a shocking accident takes the life of her best friend, California realtor Elizabeth Nelson flies to the rescue of the orphaned children, carrying a letter that grants her custody. Her friend’s brother-in-law, gruff rancher Jack Summers, is already there, organizing the funeral and planning to take the children back to Montana. With two separate legal claims and a concerned Kansas City social worker looking on, the two strangers desperately search for a way to keep the children together. Their solution: Marriage. Elizabeth is willing to set aside her dull, empty life in the hopes of having a family. Jack will do whatever it takes to ensure his ranch eventually passes to his brother’s children. Will they find love in the bargain? As she settles into her new life, little oddities plague Elizabeth. She begins to question whether the plane crash that claimed her friend’s life was really an accident. Jack and Elizabeth discover a mutual attraction but will they recognize the love that’s grown between them before another tragedy strikes? less

Jilted two weeks before her wedding and left homeless in the process, Karen Aimes has escaped to Montana to lick her wounds and regroup. She’s expecting rest, fellowship with a good friend, and time with her precocious six-year-old son, Marc. What she encounters is a scruffy rancher who danger seems to follow and an attraction she’s having a hard time ignoring. She keeps reminding herself that she neither needs nor wants a man, but it’s tough to ignore her son’s desperate yearning for a father... moreJilted two weeks before her wedding and left homeless in the process, Karen Aimes has escaped to Montana to lick her wounds and regroup. She’s expecting rest, fellowship with a good friend, and time with her precocious six-year-old son, Marc. What she encounters is a scruffy rancher who danger seems to follow and an attraction she’s having a hard time ignoring. She keeps reminding herself that she neither needs nor wants a man, but it’s tough to ignore her son’s desperate yearning for a father. Can she set aside the baggage from her past and grant her little boy’s greatest Christmas wish? Frank Wilson isn’t looking for a relationship. He hasn’t felt the jolt in years. However, when his friend’s pretty houseguest and her energetic son drop into his life, he’s knocked for a loop. He soon finds himself unable to stay away. But there’s an arsonist on the loose and the madman seems to be targeting Frank. Does he dare to entertain a serious relationship at a time like this? less

Even though his sister had forgiven, Andrea, the woman connected with her recent troubles, Gage Nelson couldn’t. Nobody is that naïve. But after two days of holiday events, he realizes how badly he’s misjudged her and offers an apology. Their tenuous new friendship is tested when a blizzard forces them to spend Christmas night together and she goes into labor. The profound experience of helping to bring baby into the world leaves Gage confused and yearning, forcing him to take stock of his life... moreEven though his sister had forgiven, Andrea, the woman connected with her recent troubles, Gage Nelson couldn’t. Nobody is that naïve. But after two days of holiday events, he realizes how badly he’s misjudged her and offers an apology. Their tenuous new friendship is tested when a blizzard forces them to spend Christmas night together and she goes into labor. The profound experience of helping to bring baby into the world leaves Gage confused and yearning, forcing him to take stock of his life. And he begins to understand just how empty it is. Andrea Sims’ opinion of herself wasn’t any higher than that of her friend’s brother, but for different reasons. All her life others had chosen her path. She’s been robbed of her reputation, her dignity, and her innocence. With the birth of her child comes a spark of hope for a better future, a determination to make something of her life, for herself and her daughter. So when Gage Nelson offers sanctuary via marriage, she sends him away. She’s through letting others dictate her future. She knows that if she’s ever to be worthwhile to anyone else, she needs to be content with herself. less

After suffering a personal crisis, high-powered attorney Jen Kramer comes to Montana for a much-needed break. While recuperating, she does a bit of self-evaluation and discovers that she’s missed the proverbial boat. She’s forty, unmarried, and childless, and toils in a less than savory career. When she volunteers to teach a high school drama class, the experience unearths long-buried joy and unrealized talent... moreAfter suffering a personal crisis, high-powered attorney Jen Kramer comes to Montana for a much-needed break. While recuperating, she does a bit of self-evaluation and discovers that she’s missed the proverbial boat. She’s forty, unmarried, and childless, and toils in a less than savory career. When she volunteers to teach a high school drama class, the experience unearths long-buried joy and unrealized talent. Periodic run-ins with the handsome, single dad of one of her students, as well as his adorable children, further knock her off balance. As she gets to know Dan and his family, she falls in love with each of them and finds healing from her turbulent past. Might they be the balm to an otherwise disappointing future, as well? Dan Edwards is instantly wary of the beautiful drama teacher his daughter idolizes. She reminds him way too much of his ex-wife. One flighty woman more interested in her career than her own family was plenty. He doesn’t plan to make that mistake again. But, Jen Kramer is much more than she appears. She soon earns his respect and wins the affections of his children, though he’s convinced she couldn’t possibly remain content for long in a small town like Silver Springs. But if she goes, will any of them recover from the broken hearts she’ll leave behind? less

Grace Martin buried her mother six years ago and her step-father six months ago. After she completes one final task for her step-father, she's going to show Kim as much of the world as she can. But she has to hurry. Kim's leukemia has returned and they're running out of time. Greg Cooper hasn't seen his father in fifteen years and doesn't expect to. He spends his time fighting fires and hanging out with his teen-aged son. His life is pleasant and predictable... moreGrace Martin buried her mother six years ago and her step-father six months ago. After she completes one final task for her step-father, she's going to show Kim as much of the world as she can. But she has to hurry. Kim's leukemia has returned and they're running out of time. Greg Cooper hasn't seen his father in fifteen years and doesn't expect to. He spends his time fighting fires and hanging out with his teen-aged son. His life is pleasant and predictable. That is until a pretty girl jogs into his fire house to deliver a package that is destined to change his life. And his father reaches out from the grave to strangle him! less

For the past eighteen months, Jordan Gray has raised her deceased sister’s children alone. She loves and wants what’s best for them. Unfortunately, her teenaged nephew doesn’t care. Caleb is constantly in trouble, and each new infraction is worse than the last. With nowhere else to turn, she begins to search for the boy’s unknown father, convinced that finding him will be the hard part. She couldn’t be more wrong. Her intense reaction to the man is as exhilarating as it is bewildering... moreFor the past eighteen months, Jordan Gray has raised her deceased sister’s children alone. She loves and wants what’s best for them. Unfortunately, her teenaged nephew doesn’t care. Caleb is constantly in trouble, and each new infraction is worse than the last. With nowhere else to turn, she begins to search for the boy’s unknown father, convinced that finding him will be the hard part. She couldn’t be more wrong. Her intense reaction to the man is as exhilarating as it is bewildering. Surely, this former bad boy couldn’t be the one God has chosen for her? When FBI Agent Carl Spencer learns that someone is using cyberspace to look for him, he does what he’s trained to do – hunt the hunter. When the enemy turns out to be a pretty young woman, he’s surprised, but that’s nothing compared to the jolt that rocks his world when she delivers her news – he’s a father. While Spence builds a relationship with his troubled son, he battles a strong pull toward the boy’s virtuous aunt. Too bad she’s not his type. Struggling with a mutual attraction seems challenging enough, until a new danger threatens to destroy them. less