The Rancher's Lady — Shirley Penick

A single dad, a matchmaking eight-year-old daughter, and a sexy new third grade teacher is an explosive combination in this holiday romance.On the second anniversary of her mommy's death eight-year-old Alyssa ditches Brownies and her best friend to take some time for herself to think about her mommy. When her daddy, Hank, finally finds her after a frantic search, she is convinced it's time for him to remarry. And she thinks her new third grade teacher would be perfect.Hank Jefferson is a busy rancher with three kids. Since the death of his wife two years ago, he works hard to be both mother and father. Making lunches, spending quality time with each child, and managing the house, while also running his cattle ranch. He doesn't have time for a relationship. Alyssa's third grade teacher makes his blood heat, but he knows it would be wrong for him to date his daughter's teacher.Ellen Truehart has moved to this new town in a remote location on Lake Chelan to make a fresh start, she loves both the town and her class. Her past has taught her to be cautious around men and not to trust the system. When Alyssa starts acting out in class, Ellen has no choice, but to call in the smoking hot father of her student. Together they must discover what's wrong with Alyssa.