Small-town teacher Dulcie Brisand lives in the shadow of lingering family mysteries. But when long-buried secrets start to resurface, her carefully constructed normal existence unravels into chaos. Forced to flee, Dulcie must face unknown enemies and hidden conspiracies to save herself and those she loves.The fallout from a decades-old mystery threatens to tear her life apart, pushing her into a dangerous criminal underworld. There she meets a powerful figure who could be her salvation— or her doom: the father she’s never known.Under the protection of the rugged and enigmatic Deacon Hawkins, Dulcie battles forces that endanger everyone she holds dear. As they navigate the treacherous web of deceit, their growing feelings for one another complicate everything. With threats lurking around every corner, trust becomes a luxury they can’t afford.With an explosive surprise twist ending, this tale of romantic suspense will leave you breathless and eager for more.Dulcie and Deacon’s journey in Reluctant Heiress, where passion and danger intertwine, is the first book in this gripping mystery romance series. The books must be read in order for maximum reader enjoyment.