Dear Reader,

A new book is always an exciting and nerve-racking challenge, but starting a new book in a new series in an entirely new line takes it to a whole different level. Oh, and don’t forget the rambunctious toddler who just loves to press buttons on my laptop!

Suffice it to say, writing this book taught me a lot about myself, and I’m thankful for all of the people who helped, especially my husband and my amazing editor, Johanna.

Despite the challenges, I can’t wait to write more novels set in little Spring Valley, and I’m happy there are so many characters left whose stories need to be told. I look forward to writing them and giving each of them the happily-ever-after they deserve.

The McNeals—a family of adopted siblings, a meddling mother and a sweetheart father—have stolen my heart. I hope they do the same to you.

Happy reading,

Ali