Love Is Not Enough — Marilyn Tyner

After years of being belittled by an uncaring mother and a hateful husband, full-figured Kendall Chase is finally free of doubts in her own abilities. Vestiges of pain linger until Ben Whitaker enters her life. Ben is captivated by her although he can't quite explain the reason for his fascination. As their friendship grows, his gentle patience is just the prescription needed to heal Kendall's wounds. As passion builds, they find themselves in the middle of a plot to destroy the historic mansion that Ben renovated.