A Soldier's Pact — Angelica Kate

Bound by duty, healed by love-three soldiers honor their promises and find unexpected hope in the aftermath of loss.​​​​​​​ A SOLDIER'S OATHRyker grew up without the anchor of family, but the military gave him the brotherhood he'd longed for. His unit became his world-especially Bryce, whose loyalty and friendship were unmatched. So when Bryce falls in battle, Ryker vows to honor his final wishes, no matter the cost. He never expected those promises would lead him to Darby, Bryce's first love-a woman whose strength and quiet grace catch Ryker off guard.Darby, the picture of resilience, throws herself into running her organic farm and therapeutic horse program after the devastating loss of her fiancé. But when a letter from Bryce-written before his final mission-arrives, her world shifts. The letter sets in motion a chain of events that brings Ryker to her doorstep for one meaningful month. What begins as duty soon grows into something neither of them saw coming-a chance at healing, and maybe even love.A SOLDIER'S VOWJett has lived his life one mission at a time, keeping people at a distance and emotions locked down. But when his closest friend, Bryce, dies in the field, Jett carries home more than grief-he carries a final message meant for Bryce's sister. What he doesn't expect is Clementine.Clementine is doing her best to keep her family together as they face their first Christmas without Bryce. She's focused, driven, and two steps away from achieving her ten-year plan. The last thing she needs is a rugged, tattooed military man showing up on her porch with painful memories-and a chemistry she can't ignore. But the more time she spends with Jett, the more she begins to wonder: Did Bryce have one last matchmaking mission from beyond the grave? A SOLDIER'S PROMISELane left the military behind to build a peaceful life with his wife, Sarah, and their infant daughter. But when a tragic accident shatters that dream, he's left to raise his daughter alone-grieving, rebuilding, and learning to hope again. With the support of his old unit and their extended circle, Lane begins to find his footing. Sydney, a longtime friend and quiet force in the background, steps in to help. As she cares for both Lane and his daughter, something deeper begins to grow between them-an unexpected bond forged in shared loss and unwavering faith. Sometimes, love doesn't arrive when you expect it-but exactly when you need it most.