It's the perfect season on Summer Island: the time for beaches, ice cream, bike rides and second chances...Trent Fordham thought he'd left Summer Island behind for good. But when he inherits his parents' vacation home—the one he'd assumed was sold long ago—he finds himself stepping right back into his past.Allie Hobbs is having a quiet afternoon in her cottage when a sudden storm leads a stranded cyclist to her front door. She's expecting anyone but Trent Fordham, the man who broke her heart eight years ago and left her to pick up the pieces. And even more shocking? He claims she broke his heart!Trent has responsibilities on the mainland, but the more time he spends on the island, the more he feels compelled to stay. And then there's Allie. Does she belong in a past left buried, or will this be the summer everything changes?

RETURN TO DESTINY in this new short novel by USA Today bestselling author Toni Blake which proves it's never too late to come back home. Cara Collins thought her first love would last forever. But when Tyler broke her heart and left town the very next day, her world crumbled – adding another crippling loss in a long line of them. Ten years later, though, she's worked to build a life for herself centered on her hometown of Destiny, Ohio – the community that has never let her down. When an autumn day leads her on a mission to rent donkeys for a community event, she has no idea she's made a wrong turn until she's suddenly face to face with the boy who once abandoned her – all grown up now, sexy as sin, and bearing no resemblance to a donkey whatsoever. Tyler Fleet never planned to come home to Destiny, but when his career as an NFL quarterback fell apart before he ever got to prove his talent on the field, the...

Spend a white Christmas on Summer Island, where the fires are warm and the romance is hotterLila Sloan wonders why she ever thought house-sitting for her sister Meg on the remote Summer Island was a good idea. And to make matters worse, local real estate developer Beck Grainger is trying to cut down the beautiful trees that line the property. Lila can't let this happen; Meg will never forgive her.Beck can understand Lila's anger—sort of. The trees are actually on the neighboring property, and the land was zoned for development months ago, so his plans were no secret. But he dislikes being at odds with his friend's sister, especially because Lila is appealing in every way: loyal, quick-witted and completely stunning. Lila hates that she's so attracted to Beck, who seems like a genuinely good man, despite his tree-murdering tendencies. And their chemistry is off the charts. She just wishes he'd let this development go. As Summer Island counts down...

You never know what destiny has in store . . .A rugged loner and ex-biker-gang member, Duke Dawson is looking for some peace and quiet while recovering from an accident. But when Anna Romo comes wandering through his woods and into his cabin, she completely rocks his world. The last thing he expected or wanted was to find himself hungering after a woman whose eyes held hurt even deeper than his own . . .Running from a troubled past, Anna is building a new life in Destiny. When she first meets Duke, she's terrified—but something about him calls to her very soul. The hard-bodied rebel is soon helping her turn her new home into a bed and breakfast, and close quarters quickly lead them into her bed. Their passion is palpable, but can she convince a man who has turned his back on life to take the biggest leap of faith of all and fall in love?About the AuthorToni Blake's lifelong love of writing began when she won an essay contest in the fifth grade. Soon after, she penned her first novel—nineteen notebook pages long. Since then, Toni has become a multi-published, RITA®-nominated author of contemporary romance novels that are both sexy and heartwarming. Her work has been excerpted in Cosmo and reviewed by USA Today and First for Women magazine. Toni lives with her husband in the Midwest and, when not writing, she enjoys traveling, quilting, and scrapbooking.

Toni Blake returns with the most emotional, tender novel yet in her enchanting Summer Island series.Suzanne Quinlan has been through a lot lately, so nothing sounds better than a peaceful winter in her cozy cottage on Summer Island. The last thing she wants is a massive lifestyle adjustment—especially when it comes in the form of an injured Zack Sheppard, who is sullen, angry and completely dependent on her.Zack values his independence above all else. But when he falls down his icy steps, he finds himself with a serious leg injury and in need of round-the-clock care. The only person available to help is his ex's best friend, Suzanne. It doesn't hurt that Suzanne is far more attractive than he ever realized, but he's never been one to settle, and he sure isn't going to start now.As Suzanne and Zack grow closer, they both realize they're in this thing more deeply than they ever thought, and it's started to cause tension in their small, close-knit...

ON HER OWN...Holly Blake's husband died before she gave birth to her daughter Emily. Now Emily is six months old and the stress of working all day and trying to be mother and father to her child all night is getting to her. She needs a break. She needs something new and exciting in her life. And she thinks she might just have found it in her new neighbor, construction worker Derek Cassidy.The last thing Derek Cassidy needed was a lady with a baby. But Holly is too much for him to resist and she and the baby come as a package deal. He's not cut out to be a father and doesn't want Holly - or Emily - to start thinking of him in those terms. But fate seems to have other plans...

Danger. Desire. Deception.Private Investigator Max Tate needs a wife—but only long enough to entrap a wily jewel thief who has been preying on wealthy couples. The last woman he wants for the role is beautiful Kimberly Brandt, who has already ruined his career—and stomped all over his heart—once, but pretend millionaires can’t be choosers, and it’s only for a weekend…Kimberly will do anything to prove she’s a capable P.I., even act as bait for a slimy crook—and act the adoring wife of the man who broke her heart. But sharing a bed may be a step too far, especially when Kimberly remembers all too well the heat she and Max generated between the sheets. They’re playing a risky game, toying with a hardened criminal, but the biggest danger may be the way they’re deceiving themselves…

When the question is love, the answer is always yes...Camille Thompson is the best at what she does—closing deals. That's why real estate developer Vanderhook has sent her to Coral Cove, Florida, where the stubborn owner of the Happy Crab Motel is refusing to sell. Camille's never had a problem turning a "no" into a "yes," but then she's never been so captivated by a man's sexy smile before.Laidback Reece Donovan likes life simple. No amount of money—or any other temptation Camille can offer—will convince him to give up the one link to his past. Of course, it would be easier without the powerful chemistry raging between them.As a fragile romance begins to grow, can Reece trust Camille with his secrets? And when promises are broken, along with hearts, can the charm of Coral Cove help bring them back together?

Sometimes you have to create your own destiny . . . Christy Knight grew up in Destiny, Ohio, but lately she feels that her future lies elsewhere. Her parents are gone and the beautiful jewelry she creates doesn't pay the bills. Maybe it's time for Christy to grow up and find a guy who's smart, sexy, and solvent. Her rugged handyman neighbor fits the first two categories, but he's all wrong for her. If only he didn't have such captivating blue eyes.Wary of trusting others, Jack DuVall hasn't been entirely honest with Christy. He's not really a handyman. He's not really broke. And sharing the long drive to visit her beloved grandpa isn't just about gallantry--he finds gorgeous, feisty Christy completely irresistible.When secrets are exposed, Jack and Christy struggle to find their way back to one another, but the quirky seaside town of Coral Cove could prove the perfect place to find a red-hot destiny of their own.

Stephanie Grant's first step onto the secret third floor of Chez Sophia frightens her ... and strengthens her resolve. Here in New Orleans, in this luxurious world of beautiful women, wealthy men, and heady champagne, she's about to begin a perilous charade to find her missing sister. But her most reckless--and thrilling--journey will be surrendering to the spell of one man's desire. Her guide will be Jake Broussard, the bartender and ex-cop who immediately sees through her act and becomes her ally. As his eyes and soft Cajun accent send her senses reeling, she'll find herself experiencing pleasure for the very first time in her life...and losing control. Her defenses are about to slip away with her satin gown and her lacy lingerie, baring her body and soul.