Amelia Montgomery never expected her quiet visit to the Jennings home to turn deadly. But when Nora Jennings collapses during tea and later dies, whispers of poisoning spread like wildfire. With a garden full of dangerous plants and a community brimming with secrets, Amelia is drawn into a tangled web of rivalries, deception, and betrayal.

As Amelia and her partner, Ethan Reynolds, peel back the layers of Nora’s life, they discover that everyone—from a disgruntled business partner to a neighbor with a grudge—had a motive. But the truth may lie in Nora’s own research, where a single toxic bloom could mean the difference between life and death.

With the vineyard’s reputation at stake and a killer still at large, Amelia must follow the clues before the next cup of tea is her last.

Loss echoes through the corridors of time, whispered from the pages of history, nature, and the heart in Portraits, a vivid and haunting collection of poetry by Lacey Jones. With a voice both intimate and timeless, Lacey weaves reflections on personal grief—of loved ones passed and of cherished moments that slip like shadows—alongside tragedies etched into history: the doomed lives of Henry VIII’s wives, the sinking of ships, and the myths of goddesses like Persephone.
Each poem is a portrait, painted in rich imagery and emotion. With reverence for nature and a deep understanding of life’s fragility, Lacey captures loss, loneliness, and love as universal touchstones.
For readers who find solace in introspection and appreciate poetry that is both visual and visceral, Portraits offers a quiet sanctuary.

A heartwarming single-mom romance about love, family, and the delicate balance between following your heart and protecting those you love.

When Min Choi and her son Carson move into a quiet Cloverton neighborhood, she expects privacy, not friendship. But Wesley Hooper, the friendly and dedicated Quiz Bowl coach next door, always seems to show up just when Min needs him most. Determined to keep her distance, Min soon finds her resolve slipping as Carson joins Wes’s team, pulling them all closer together.

Wes can’t help but be drawn to Min. She’s hardworking, kind, beautiful—and the hint of mystery surrounding her only deepens his attraction. After a surprise victory for the Quiz Bowl team, sparks fly between Wes and Min, leading to a connection that feels like the fresh start she never thought she’d find.

However, Carson isn’t on board with the idea of his teacher dating his mother, leaving Min torn between her growing feelings for Wes and her need to maintain a strong bond with her son.

Will Min have to choose between love and family, or can she and Wes find a way to be together without breaking Carson’s heart?

What Amazon readers are saying:

★★★★★ “This was a very easy book to read!”
★★★★★ “Fueled by strong characters and a tight-knit community.”
★★★★★ “Sparks fly between a dedicated science teacher and the mother of one of his students.”
★★★★★ “A delightful read for anyone who enjoys stories of love and second chances.”

Discover more heartwarming romance in the Cloverton Romance series:
Going Home
Turn the Page
Faked with Love
Music of the Heart
In Full Bloom
By Design
A Cloverton Christmas (a short story)
The Perfect Blend
A Healing Touch

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When renowned horticulturist Dr. Bernard Channing dies unexpectedly, the small town of Greenfield is left reeling. Known for his groundbreaking work with rare plants, Dr. Channing’s sudden death raises suspicions—especially after whispers begin to circulate about how secretive he’d become in the last few months.

Amelia Montgomery can’t shake the feeling that Dr. Channing’s death was no accident. As she digs into the mystery, she uncovers a tangled web of sabotage and fierce competition within the local gardening community.

Amelia must navigate rivalries, secrets, and dangerous toxins to uncover the truth. But the closer she gets to the heart of the mystery, the more she realizes how high the stakes are. Will Amelia uncover the saboteur before it’s too late, or will the toxic secrets of the garden consume them all?

In this second installment of the Green Haven Mysteries series, Amelia’s knowledge of plants might just be her greatest weapon—but in a world where nature can turn deadly, she’ll need more than just a green thumb to solve this crime.

Amelia Montgomery’s life revolves around nurturing beauty in Green Haven Nursery, a sanctuary of vibrant blooms and serene greenery tucked in snowy Greenfield, Iowa. But her tranquil world shatters when her dear friend and loyal customer, Beatrice Thompson, is found dead under suspicious circumstances.

When unsettling clues emerge about Beatrice’s cherished orchid collection, Amelia’s grief transforms into determination. With the help of her steadfast business partner, Ethan Reynolds—balancing his practical skills with her botanical expertise—Amelia dives into the shadowy world of rare plant collectors and dangerous trades.

Can Amelia untangle the mystery before the killer strikes again? Or will her passion for plants lead her to the same fate as her beloved friend?

Lethal Orchids is the captivating first book in the Green Haven Mysteries series—a tale of botany, betrayal, and bravery that will keep you guessing until the very last bloom.

Returning to Cloverton was the last thing on Lanie Bennett’s mind. But when life takes an unexpected turn, she finds herself back in the small town she once left behind—along with all the memories she thought she’d buried. The last thing she wants is to run into Ryan Carter, her first love, whose presence stirs feelings she’s tried for years to forget.

Ryan never thought he’d get a second chance with Lanie. Yet now that she’s back, he’s determined not to repeat the mistakes of the past. As old flames reignite and their undeniable connection draws them closer, Ryan and Lanie begin to realize that love doesn’t have to be perfect to be real.

Will they find the courage to embrace the imperfect beauty of a fresh start, or will old wounds and doubts stand in their way?

Thea Winton, a junior architect seeking to escape the single life, turns to her friend Zoe Redford for dating help. Little does she know, Zoe’s suggested match is none other than Thea’s longtime rival, coworker Derek Harper.

Accustomed to butting heads over their conflicting roles at a landscaping company, Thea and Derek reluctantly agree to a dinner which goes better than expected. After determining it’s a one-time occurrence, they attempt to go back to how things were before getting to know each other better.

When a work project goes awry due to Derek’s lapse in focus, their boss delivers an ultimatum—stop their bickering or risk losing their jobs. As tensions rise, suppressed feelings emerge, jeopardizing not only their careers but also their newfound connection in a tale of professional rivalry and forbidden passion.

Having weathered her ex-husband’s abandonment, Jasmine Law finds a haven at Dewy’s Grocery Store as a floral designer. Her LA glitz combined with Cloverton’s Midwest charm make for a unique product for her clients, who have embraced her.

Justin Dewy has the daunting task of reshaping the family business to compete with an incoming national chain. His plans to convert the store into an organic, health-conscious option for Cloverton residents means removing the floral department. Something that doesn’t sit well with Jasmine.

Tensions rise between them, revealing unspoken feelings both would rather ignore. Can Justin find a way to save his family legacy without losing the woman who has come to mean so much to him?

Zoe Redford never planned on returning to her hometown, but after failing to get her music career off the ground, she needs somewhere to regroup. When her sister needs someone to cover a babysitting gig, Zoe steps in to save the day and instantly bonds with young Ella.

Marty Martinez is in over his head as a single father and business owner. When he sees how taken his daughter is with Zoe, he offers her a job as a nanny. As Zoe and Ella spend more time together, so do Zoe and Marty. They both feel a budding attraction, but neither is willing to act on it.

However, when Zoe’s ex resurfaces determined to rekindle their relationship, Marty realizes how much she has become a part of his and Ella’s lives. While he fears losing Zoe and the family they’ve become, he would never stand in the way of her happiness…even if that means sacrificing his own.

Olivia Hooper is making a name for herself as owner of the flourishing Cloverton Sweets Bakery. When her older brother, Wes, makes plans to visit their parents in Florida over the holidays, Olivia insists he’ll have to go without her. There is no way she can close her shop during her busiest season of the year.

Ever since they were kids, Mannie Nikos has seen Olivia as a thorn in his side. Now that they are adults, that feeling has grown. Mannie is obsessed with maintaining and promoting a healthy lifestyle and does his best to keep his clients out of Cloverton Sweets. Naturally, this has taken their rivalry to the next level.

When Wes asks Mannie to invite Olivia to spend Christmas with his family so she won’t be alone, Mannie is reluctant. Until he realizes this might be a way out of a predicament of his mother’s making. His grandparents are visiting from Greece and are expecting to meet his longtime girlfriend—one that he doesn’t have. He and Olivia have always butted heads, but she knows him well enough to pull off a fake relationship for a few weeks.

So long as things go as planned.

Love, resilience, and the power of second chances take center stage in this heartwarming small-town romance that will tug at your heartstrings and leave you rooting for Ginny and Ben until the very last page.

Ginny DePowell has her hands full running In Good Time Bookstore and caring for her ailing mother. But just when life feels overwhelming, Ben Weaver, a charming young writer seeking solace, wanders into her store—and into her heart.

Ben hopes to find peace in Cloverton’s cozy charm, but instead, he finds purpose working alongside Ginny. Sparks fly, and an unexpected connection blossoms between them. But as their bond deepens, unexpected revelations and a skeptical reporter threaten to derail their budding romance.

With everything on the line, can Ginny and Ben overcome their fears and rewrite their story, or will their chance at love slip through their fingers?

Fans of small-town romance, workplace romance, and feel-good contemporary love stories won’t want to miss Turn the Page. Grab your copy today and get lost in the charm of Cloverton!

What Amazon readers are saying:

★★★★★ “Would make a great Hallmark movie!”
★★★★★ “This small-town workplace romance is fast-paced and steamy with a lot of heart.”
★★★★★ “A very good co-worker/contemporary romance.”
★★★★★ “What a page-turner!”

Fall in love with the rest of the Cloverton Romance series:
Going Home
Faked with Love
Music of the Heart
In Full Bloom
Tattered Dreams
The Perfect Blend
A Healing Touch

Old flames, second chances, and the power of forgiveness take center stage in this emotional small-town romance set in the heart of Cloverton.

Melanie Hart has her hands full balancing life as a police officer and raising her two young daughters alone after her husband abandoned them. While her kids and a few close friends bring joy to her life, the ache of loneliness lingers—no matter how hard she tries to ignore it.

Dean Gorman never imagined he’d return to Cloverton. But when his career as a renowned photojournalist leads him back to document the fallout of the town’s biggest employer shutting down, he finds himself standing in the place he vowed never to see again—face-to-face with Mel, the childhood friend who broke his heart.

When Mel catches Dean exploring the abandoned lumber mill, her attempt to arrest him reignites old emotions neither of them expected to face. Now, Dean must decide: Can he let go of the past and walk away again, or will Cloverton—and Melanie—give him the second chance he didn’t know he needed?

Perfect for fans of second-chance romance, small-town charm, and emotional love stories, Going Home will sweep you away and keep you turning pages late into the night.

★★★★★ “ Entertaining and heartwarming.”
★★★★★ “A lovely story about reconnecting.”
★★★★★ “Fans of Hallmark movies and the like will surely enjoy this love story.”
★★★★★ “A sweet and stirring story of second chances.”

Fall in love with the rest of the Cloverton Romance series:
Turn the Page
Faked with Love
Music of the Heart
In Full Bloom
Tattered Dreams
Perfect Blend
A Healing Touch