The House at Briar Lake — Roxanne Rustand

Michael Wells loved his elderly aunt and he loved the house at Briar Lake. So when life in the city became intolerable, he accepted his aunt's offer to relocate his law practice and move into her home temporarily. The last thing he expected was to find his aunt missing and the place already occupied by a beautiful woman, her young daughter and a large assortment of animals. Aunt Bertie had a lot of explaining to do!

Meanwhile...

Lauren McClellan was looking forward to a quiet summer at Briar Lake. Nobody here knew her past -- her secret was safe. She and 10-year-old Hannah would be able to do all the things normal mothers and daughters do. The last thing Lauren needed was a housemate -- a big-city lawyer -- who asked too many questions. What did Bertie think she was doing?