In the coastal town of Waterstead, Fern, a talented artist, is seeking refuge from a troubled past. Running from haunting memories, she finds solace in her artwork and teaching at V Studios. But when Elliot, a charming contractor, arrives in town, their paths intertwine in unexpected ways. Elliot, working on a project for the enigmatic Thatcher, discovers more than just a new home along the picturesque shoreline; he finds a kindred spirit in Fern. As Fern's artwork begins to blossom with new inspiration, so does the bond between her and Elliot. Yet, the shadows of her past loom, challenging the newfound love they share. Can Fern overcome her fears and let love in? And will Elliot be the anchor she's been searching for? Join Fern and Elliot as they navigate love, past traumas, and the vibrant art community of Waterstead. A heartwarming story about second chances, healing, and the power of love to illuminate even the darkest corners.

Time hasn't dimmed their bone-deep passion. Revisit the characters you’ve come to love in The Beginning, Almost a Bride, Match Made in Wyoming, My Heart Remembers and Jack’s Heart in this bundled duo that continues the Wyoming Wildflowers series with Where Love Lives (Book 6) and its prequel, Rodeo Nights. Wyoming Wildflowers: Box Set 3 contains moving, passionate contemporary western romances with a touch of humor that will captivate fans of RaeAnne Thayne, Barbara Freethy and Debbie Macomber. The stories revolve around the loves and lives of the good people of Knighton, Wyoming, including those who own the ranches and those in the little town who keep the health clinic, law office, diner, school and flower shop running. Where Love Lives One night changed them both forever. … Six years ago, rodeo cowboy Matt ran out on a spunky, wide-eyed student he’d just met. Now, a chance meeting with an eccentric billionaire has delivered an inheritance that will allow Matt to do something he’s long dreamed of – caring for retired rodeo horses. Zoe hasn’t forgotten Matt or the night he walked out on her -- and tromped on her heart. A doctor, she is back in Knighton, Wyoming, to practice medicine, sure that Matt would never return to the ranch where he grew up. But now, here he comes, waltzing back into town … looking just as good as ever. Where Love Lives is part of The Inheritance, a 12-author project that tells how eccentric billionaire Harold Hopewell's bequests affect the life – and loves – of 12 people he chanced to meet. In Where Love Lives, Zoe and Matt tussle over the best use of Hopewell’s bequest. But a deeper question looms: Will one night stand in the way of their spending the rest of their days together? Rodeo Nights Before Matt became a rodeo star, you can see him in Rodeo Nights at the start of his bronco riding career, when he idolized rodeo legend Walker. Kalli had left her bull-rider husband Walker, unable to bear her terrible fear for him. Or the fear that she might love him too much. But passion wasn't enough to overcome fear a decade ago. Walker faces down charging bulls every day, but working with Kalli for a summer as they try to save the Wyoming rodeo that means so much to their community, just might break him. Can the present carry them past the fears and broken trust ... to a future together again? Readers rave about Where Love Lives (from 5-star reviews): “Matt, strong, virile, ruggedly handsome and wary. [Zoe] distrustful, hard-working, caring and hurt. These characters’ lives are topsy-turvy due to faulty perceptions, past experiences and little belief in happy endings. With the help of friends and their openness, they move in the right directions. Great book!” “A delight. Zoe and Matt were lovers and kindred souls years ago for one night. … Their courtship dance, which only they fail to recognize for what it is, is a pleasure to watch. How they gradually work through the hurts and assumptions of the past is real and moving. The little touches of their personalities and character refreshing. The interaction of those in the small community is absorbing. … McLinn is the real deal writer. So satisfying.” “You will find everything here -- humor, sadness, love, anger, reading how people work through things in their lives for the better.” Praise for the award-winning Wyoming Wildflowers stories: “”Nothing short of heart consuming and thrilling. I've loved every one and feel like I know the people personally. I can't wait for the next installment. … Amazing and touching story. … Smart, stubborn and irresistible. … So enjoyable I couldn’t put it down. … Excellent book! I read it straight in one whole day. Recommend it to anyone! … Delightful! … Love, love, loved them. Well written, wonderful characters with the most realistic, flowing dialog I've read in a long time.” Get all the blooms in the Wyoming Wildflowers series now! Prequel — Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning (Snowberry) Almost a Bride (Indian Paintbrush) Match Made in Wyoming (Fireweed) My Heart Remembers (Bur Marigold) -- A New World (prequel to Jack’s Heart) Jack’s Heart (Yellow Monkeyflower) -- Rodeo Nights (prequel to Where Love Lives) Where Love Lives: The Inheritance (Threadleaf Phacelia) A Cowboy Wedding Making Christmas -- new! Boxed Sets Wyoming Wildflowers Trilogy Box Set (Books 2-4) Wyoming Wildflowers Box Set Two: A New World (prequel) and Jack’s Heart Wyoming Wildflowers Box Set Three: Rodeo Nights (prequel) and Where Love Lives If you especially enjoy western romances, also try these other books by Patricia: Bardville, Wyoming series A Stranger in the Family A Stranger to Love The Rancher Meets His Match A Place Called Home series Lost and Found Groom At the Heart’s Command Hidden in a Heartbeat Also try: Ride the River: Rodeo Knights (romantic suspense, with cameos from Wyoming Wildflowers characters)

One night changed them both forever. … As Zoe and Matt tussle over the best use of a billionaire’s bequest, a deeper question looms: Will one night stand in the way of their spending the rest of their days together? Six years ago, rodeo cowboy Matt Halderman looked at himself and didn’t like what he saw. Especially not after he ran out on that spunky, wide-eyed student he’d just met. He didn’t run far, falling into conversation with a stranger in the pre-dawn stillness of a Wyoming truck stop. That conversation – along with seed money that mysteriously arrived just when he needed it – turned the course of Matt’s life. Now he’s received a letter announcing that the stranger he’d met in that diner had been billionaire Harold Hopewell. Hopewell had traveled the world, encountering people and letting their stories touch him. In death, he is giving back, leaving an unusual will filled with life-altering bequests to the people he met along the way. It turns out the recently departed billionaire isn’t done changing Matt’s life. This time with an inheritance that will allow Matt to go home to do something he’s long dreamed of – caring for rodeo horses at the end of their lives. Zoe Parisi hasn’t forgotten Matt or the night he walked out on her. Couldn’t even be called a one-night stand, since the man hadn’t stuck around for the whole night. She lost her head that night, but it’s been squarely back on her shoulders ever since. She’s a doctor now and is on track to take over an established practice in Knighton, Wyoming, the much-loved hometown of her grandparents. She’d been sure when she decided to settle in Knighton that Matt would never return to the ranch where he grew up. But now, here he comes, waltzing back into town … looking just as good as ever and with a bunch of money. Zoe wants nothing to do with Matt or his good looks … but his money’s a whole different matter. What does he need with this inheritance when he already has so much? She, on the other hand, knows exactly how to use those funds to make desperately needed improvements to medical care for all the people around Knighton. Wildflowers have to be strong and resilient to bloom amid the rugged western beauty of Wyoming - and so do the women. Pick all the blooms in the Wyoming Wildflowers Series today! Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning (Snowberry) Almost a Bride (Indian Paintbrush) Match Made in Wyoming (Fireweed) My Heart Remembers (Bur Marigold) A New World Jack’s Heart (Yellow Monkeyflower) Rodeo Nights Where Love Lives (Threadleaf Phacelia) A Cowboy Wedding Making Christmas (Pasque Flower) Buy a Wyoming Wildflowers bouquet (Books 1-8) for one great price .... Wyoming Wildflowers: The Collection Reader reviews for Patricia McLinn’s Wyoming Wildflowers stories: “Each one was totally different, characters were unique and totally believable!! Enjoy!" “Amazing and touching story.” "If you love to laugh; love to cry; or love to laugh and cry at the same time, then you'll definitely want to read Almost a Bride." "Smart, stubborn and irresistible." “So enjoyable I couldn’t put it down until I finished it.” “Excellent book! I read it straight in one whole day. Recommend it to anyone!” “Delightful!” ”Nothing short of heart consuming and thrilling. I've loved every one and feel like I know the people personally. I can't wait for the next installment.” The Wyoming Marriage Association – Helping love find a way Characters from the A Place Called Home, Bardville and Wyoming Wildflowers series, and the romantic suspense Ride the River, join forces to bring together people they hope will find love and happiness as they have. Book 1 - First Date: Divorce Book 2 – Second Start: Family

The Place Where Love Lives is a children's book for everyone. It explores the concepts of self, soul, love, tolerance and relationship with simple language and colorful, whimsical illustrations. The book's message centers on the value of empathy, particularly the ability to recognize that the aspects of us most worthy of love and admiration are present in others, too. The book includes a reader's guide with tips for engaging children in the reading process.

William John Locke was a novelist and playwright. Five times Locke's books made the list of best-selling novels in the United States for the year. His works have been made into 24 motion pictures the most recent of which was Ladies in Lavender, filmed in 2004 and starring Dame Judi Dench and Maggie Smith. Adapted to the screen by Charles Dance, it was based on Locke's 1916 short story of the same title that had been published in a collection entitled "Faraway Stories." Probably the most famous of Locke's books adapted to the screen was the 1918 Pickford Film Corporation production of Stella Maris starring Mary Pickford. In addition, four of his books were made into Broadway plays, two of which Locke wrote and were produced by Charles Frohman.