Second Chance at Whisper Creek — Diana Fraser

A woman who treasures her independence. A reformed playboy seeking redemption. A second chance that could heal old wounds—or break her heart all over again.Susie Henderson has built the life she always wanted: successful career at the winery, financial independence, and a heart safely guarded from the kind of devastation James Mackenzie once caused. The last thing she needs is her ex-lover buying the place where she works—and disrupting her carefully ordered world.James knows he has no right to ask for forgiveness. Ten years ago, his selfishness and immaturity destroyed the best thing in his life. Now he's ready to prove he's changed, starting with making amends to the woman he never stopped loving. But Susie isn't the trusting young woman he left behind.When business forces them to work together, old sparks reignite despite Susie's determination to keep him at arm's length. James sees glimpses of the deep love they once shared, but Susie sees only the man who shattered her faith in forever. As the past collides with the present, both must decide whether some mistakes can truly be forgiven—and if love really does deserve a second chance.A moving story about redemption, forgiveness, and the courage it takes to trust again when your heart has been broken before.The Mackenzies series: heartwarming women's fiction with clean romance, unforgettable characters, and the beauty of New Zealand at its heart.—The Mackenzies—A Place Called HomeSecrets at Parata BayEscape to Shelter SpringsWhat you See in the StarsSecond Chance at Whisper CreekSummer at the Lakehouse Café—Lantern Bay—Yours to GiveYours to TreasureYours to CherishYours to KeepYours ForeverYours to Love—MacLeod's Cove—A Second Spring at MacLeod's Cove (prequel to series)Sanctuary at MacLeod's CoveThe Café at MacLeod's CoveSecond Chapter at MacLeod's Cove