Melanie — Wendy May Andrews

Two challenged hearts. One true love?The death of her mother left ten-year-old Melanie Jones with too many responsibilities. Raising her younger siblings under the weight of her father's unkind words filled her with insecurities. Despite those early years, she's determined to make a new life for herself. Moving far away from home, she boards a train to escort the latest load of orphans to Missouri.Abandoned by his wife then widowed, Cole Miller is forced to raise his daughter on his own. Though his sister is supposed to help, she's more liability than asset. When a beautiful newcomer arrives in town, her doubts and insecurities leave Cole uninterested. He's had his fill of women like his wife and sister.When Melanie steps in to help Cole with his daughter, he's able to see beyond her timidity and discover her beautiful and gracious soul. Will his discovery be enough for him to let go of his own uncertainties? Is Melanie ready for a family of her own?