Secrets and Wishes

She only wants a fresh start, but her past might be the only hope to save his life-and the lives of countless innocents.

Determined widow Maggie Galloway dreams of a peaceful life and a successful business. And winning the Silver Leaf Flour Company baking contest could be the key to that success. She even has a chance at a prestigious position through a dashing former beau. But when her son gets into a fight with the local pharmacist's son, Maggie's peaceful life is derailed.

Reserved pharmacist and recent widower Thomas Harper is also looking for a fresh start for himself and his four children. But when Thomas falls gravely ill, his only choice is to enlist the help of the local baker with a knowledge of concocting remedies. He's even more reluctant to admit that Maggie may also be the remedy for his grieving heart. And when a traveling medicine man's medicines beget tragedy, Thomas and Maggie must overcome their differences to save the children of Stone Creek-and face the growing attraction between them-before it's too late.