Hollyhock Ridge — Pamela Grandstaff

Since Claire Fitzpatrick came home to Rose Hill in the spring, she's found two dead bodies, dodged real bullets, and helped solve a couple murders. Four months later, she's still living in her parents' house, looking for a job, and trying to solve a mysterious disappearance. Complicating everything, she's being pursued by two very different men. Ed Harrison's kisses curl Claire's toes and his embrace feels like home, but he's not exactly available. Although he's gotten under her skin, charming substitute Police Chief Laurie Purcell's demons may not be as under control as he swears they are. As Rose Hill's mayoral race heats up, so does candidate Kay Templeton's love life. With two brothers vying for her attention, and a town full of busybodies watching, Kay has her hands full battling criminal accusations made by the former mayor. When the rumor mill casts Kay in the role of jealous murderer, her good friend Claire is determined to prove her innocence. Investigating this alleged crime puts Claire and Laurie in close company, which is a little like fighting fire with gasoline. It's July in Rose Hill, and everyone just needs a little something to get by.