Springtime Sunshine: A Novel

Stretch out in the sun with two sweet stories of couples discovering that love has been right in front of them all along. In "Marriage of Inconvenience," Rich Manning and Jamie Warren have always been friends—and nothing but friends. But that all changes when she asks him to father the child she so desperately wants. Rich agrees, with one condition: they get married. As they discover a new side to their relationship, they're both surprised by the emotions they feel. But can Rich prove to the headstrong new Mrs. Manning that it's time to let the world in on their secret and that their love is truly here to stay?

In "Stand-In Wife," when Leah Baker lost her sister, she was moved to help with the three young children left with widower Paul Manning. She and Paul are brought together in their shared grief. As Leah finds a place in the home, it starts to feel like family, even though it's supposed to be a temporary arrangement. As their relationship grows, Leah and Paul don't know how to trust their feelings. It's new and different for both of them, but he'll need to convince her that they have something real.

Debbie Macomber, the beloved author, never disappoints. Tears and laughter abound in these two heartwarming stories of couples who discover that the love they've been searching for has been right in front of them all along. The characters navigate the unexpected twists and turns of their relationships, ultimately finding the courage to embrace the joy and fulfillment that comes with opening their hearts to the possibility of a lasting love.

In "Marriage of Inconvenience," Rich and Jamie's friendship is tested when they decide to take on the challenges of parenthood together. As they navigate the complexities of their new arrangement, they are surprised to find that their feelings for each other have deepened. Despite their initial hesitation, they must confront the truth of their connection and decide whether to take the leap and make their love public.

"Stand-In Wife" explores the heartache of loss and the unexpected ways in which we can find solace and new beginnings. Leah's decision to help Paul and his children leads to an unexpected bond that grows deeper with each passing day. As they learn to trust and open themselves to the possibility of love, they must overcome their fears and doubts to embrace the extraordinary opportunity they have been given.

These two stories are a testament to the power of love to transform our lives and bring us the happiness we didn't even know we were searching for. Macomber's skilled storytelling takes readers on an emotional journey, reminding us that sometimes the greatest loves are the ones that are right in front of us, if only we have the courage to reach out and embrace them.

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