Gascon Victors and the Hunky Handyman — Kate Hill

Austin wants to help Alice overcome her fears, but will she let him?

Since the death of her family, Alice rarely leaves her house. Plagued by a secret that she doesn't want to share with anyone, she's resigned herself to a lifetime of loneliness. When her sexy new landscaper rouses her passion, she wonders if she should finally take a risk.

After returning from war, Austin's life had nearly fallen apart. Now he has a new career, a new home and is looking for a woman to share it with. He loves Alice from the moment he sees her. The passion between them is hotter than the summer sun, until she abruptly breaks up with him.