South of True North — Mary J. McCoy-Dressel

Townsfolk cheered when they fell in love. Then they destroyed them with rumors and lies. Rancher Cade Outlaw and his ex-fiancée share custody of their daughter, and they're growing close again. Her ex-boyfriend's vengeful attack on her seven years ago destroyed Cade and Faith's happily ever after. When Cade asks for a do-over, he vows to protect the relationship from the pain that separated them—to keep her and their child safe from their past. But how can he take a step back if he gets the chance to settle the score? Is Cade's love for Faith and Nadia strong enough to hold on to the second chance they deserve? Heartbroken, pregnant, fired from her job, and Cade's focus on avenging the assault took a toll on Faith Ribeiro. To heal, she'd left him. Years later, a Fundraising Executive and single mom, she lives with emotional and physical scars. Cade is the only man she'll love, and she can't deny the powerful chemistry between them. However, rekindling a relationship may invite wickedness back into their lives. What will she do this time if Cade still wants to pay back the man who abused her? How much will her heart break if Nadia gets swept up in their chaos after striving to keep her from it? They're stronger together, though they need to overcome the challenges standing in their way of a peaceful life—hate, heartache, vengeance, and family betrayal. But how will they hang on to the profound love they once shared if they don't come out of this unscathed? DISCLAIMER: This story contains references to domestic abuse that happened outside of the book. Our hero, Cade, is NOT the abuser. Brief scenes and memories play out in Faith and Cade's thoughts.