Maggie Giles has built a life she loves in the heart of Maplewood Grove, a charming town where gossip flows like sweet tea, and neighbors are more like family. As an artist, Maggie sees beauty in the broken, transforming discarded scraps into breathtaking sculptures. But her carefully crafted independence hides a truth she’d rather not face—sometimes, solitude can feel a little too lonely.
Daniel Everett didn’t move to Maplewood Grove to find love. The retired environmentalist left his fast-paced life in Oregon seeking quiet, purpose, and maybe a chance to heal. But his new neighbor, Maggie, shakes up his world with her untamed spirit and her knack for turning chaos into harmony.
When a community project brings them together, Maggie and Daniel must confront the walls they’ve built around their hearts. Can Maggie open her life to someone without losing herself? Will Daniel discover that moving forward doesn’t mean leaving the past behind?
Wendy Meadows writes cozy mysteries and clean romance novels that warm the heart and spark the imagination. Her stories feature witty amateur sleuths, charming small-town settings, and sweet love stories that prove it’s never too late for a happy ending.
With dozens of published books, including the popular Sweetfern Harbor Cozy Mystery Series, Maple Hill Series, Alaska Cozy Series, and her growing collection of heartwarming romance novels, Wendy creates the perfect escape for readers who love gentle intrigue and swoon-worthy romance.
When she isn’t crafting mysteries or love stories, Wendy enjoys tending her hobby farm, gaming, and relaxing on her back porch with a good book. She lives in the "Granite State" with her husband, two sons, two mini pigs, and adorable Labradoodle.