Garden Valley, TN Series by Lisa Buffaloe

Who knew romance could be this complicated? Or this much fun. It all began with the murder of Aloysius P. Higginbotham, or at least, that’s when Georgia Shaffer’s passion for solving mysteries was born. Now a P. I. in the charming town of Garden Valley, Tennessee, she spends her days untangling small-town secrets, running background checks, and dodging unwanted advances at her family’s outdoor shop. Mysteries she could handle but when it came to her heart, she didn’t have a clue... moreWho knew romance could be this complicated? Or this much fun. It all began with the murder of Aloysius P. Higginbotham, or at least, that’s when Georgia Shaffer’s passion for solving mysteries was born. Now a P. I. in the charming town of Garden Valley, Tennessee, she spends her days untangling small-town secrets, running background checks, and dodging unwanted advances at her family’s outdoor shop. Mysteries she could handle but when it came to her heart, she didn’t have a clue. Clint Briscoe’s goals for moving to Garden Valley after his ex-girlfriend’s betrayal were to care for his grandfather, fix fences, manage the cattle, and guard his heart by avoiding women. Yet when a string of thefts brings an unexpected reunion with Georgia, the sparks fly faster than the bugs that seem to chase her everywhere. Clint’s determined to keep his guard up, but Georgia’s warmth and wit soon challenge his resolve. As secrets and feelings collide, can two insecure and wounded hearts solve the biggest mystery of all? Will they have the courage to take a second chance on love? Quirky characters, a hefty dose of small-town charm, and a touch of mystery make. Clues, Crushes, and Second Chances. a clean romance full of faith, forgiveness, fun, and hope. less

In Garden Valley, plans rarely stay neat and orderly, especially when squirrels get involved. After a painful past and a faith that feels fragile, Caylee Timmons prefers a life she can control. Spreadsheets make sense. Numbers behave. Love, on the other hand, is unpredictable, risky, and best avoided. Then a motorcycle accident, a freezing office, and one unexpectedly charming HVAC technician throw her carefully balanced world into chaos... moreIn Garden Valley, plans rarely stay neat and orderly, especially when squirrels get involved. After a painful past and a faith that feels fragile, Caylee Timmons prefers a life she can control. Spreadsheets make sense. Numbers behave. Love, on the other hand, is unpredictable, risky, and best avoided. Then a motorcycle accident, a freezing office, and one unexpectedly charming HVAC technician throw her carefully balanced world into chaos. Jett Ryder is rebuilding his life after losing what once defined him. With a talent for fixing what is broken and a desire to move forward, Garden Valley feels like the right place to start again. Falling for Caylee, however, means risking more than he ever planned. As humor-filled mishaps pile up and sparks fly, Caylee is forced to confront the fears she’s been carefully managing. When the past resurfaces, and trust feels terrifying, will Caylee be brave enough to believe that God can be trusted with her heart and her future? less