The Small Trees Series by Honey Stone

In the delightful town of Small Trees, Sarah Watersfield is content running her mobile library and taking care of her rescue dog, Puff. But when a mysterious man and his son, James, break down in front of her local grocery store with a van full of precious cargo, Sarah’s peaceful life takes an unexpected turn... moreIn the delightful town of Small Trees, Sarah Watersfield is content running her mobile library and taking care of her rescue dog, Puff. But when a mysterious man and his son, James, break down in front of her local grocery store with a van full of precious cargo, Sarah’s peaceful life takes an unexpected turn.Neil, a businessman who never tells anyone anything he doesn't think they really need to know, is struggling as a single dad to manage parenthood as well as his responsibilities at Bonsai House, a new bonsai nursery that's being built on the outskirts of town. Though wary of letting anyone into his carefully controlled world, he can’t help but be drawn to Sarah’s kindness and her instant bond with his son, James. Despite the growing attraction between them, misunderstandings and hidden truths threaten to keep them apart.As Sarah helps Neil settle into the town and forms a close friendship with James, she discovers Neil is more than he seems—and wonders if their connection is strong enough to weather the challenges ahead.*Sweet Child of Yours* is the first heart-warming instalment in the 'Small Trees Sweet Romance' series, featuring beloved romance tropes such as grumpy/sunshine, single dad romance, and a found family. Perfect for fans of small-town charm, slow-burn romance, and second chances, this story will leave you believing in the power of love and community. less

She thought she was just fighting for a child - she never expected to find a family of her own.Natalie Harper knows the rules. As a social worker, she’s spent her career keeping professional boundaries firm. But when she meets Finn - a boy with no records, no past, and no certainty about his future - she breaks every one of them. Fighting for him isn’t just a job. It’s personal.Callum Fraser never planned on being anyone’s guardian, but he’s never been one to walk away from someone in trouble... moreShe thought she was just fighting for a child - she never expected to find a family of her own.Natalie Harper knows the rules. As a social worker, she’s spent her career keeping professional boundaries firm. But when she meets Finn - a boy with no records, no past, and no certainty about his future - she breaks every one of them. Fighting for him isn’t just a job. It’s personal.Callum Fraser never planned on being anyone’s guardian, but he’s never been one to walk away from someone in trouble. The last thing he needs is a stubborn, by-the-book social worker telling him how to care for the boy he already considers part of his family.But as they fight for Finn’s future, the battle lines between duty and desire blur. And when a revelation changes everything, Callum realizes that keeping Natalie at a distance isn’t protecting him - it’s hurting him.Now, Natalie has a choice. Walk away, or risk everything for the family she never saw coming.A heartfelt, uplifting small-town romance about love, belonging, and the unexpected ways we find home. less