First in an emotional, poignant romantic women's fiction series from acclaimed inspirational romance author Pat Simmons. No one should have to go it alone... Tabitha Knicely is overwhelmed with sorrow and exhaustion caring for her beloved great-aunt, whose dementia is getting worse. When her neighbor Marcus Whittington accuses Tabitha of elder neglect, he doesn't realize how his threats to have Aunt Tweet taken away add to Tabitha's pain. Then Marcus gets to know the exuberant elderly lady and sees up close how hard Tabitha is fighting to keep everything together. Tabitha finds herself leaning on Marcus more and more. And he's becoming more than happy to share her burdens... What readers are saying:
"The most empowering story line of a family tied together by the power of unconditional love."
"Beautifully written, heart-wrenching romance that rates five shiny stars."
"A powerful read that will tug at your heart."
"The joys and challenges of caregiving... Love comes in all shapes, sizes, and scenarios!" **
Review
"Simmons balances the sadness of Alzheimer's with the heartwarming bonds of family and friendship, and the combination is sure to tug at readers' heartstrings." - Publishers Weekly
"As wonderful as a warm embrace... Simmons' cleverly crafted characters slip into your heart from the first page." - Tina DeSalvo, Bestselling author
"Romantic, romantic, romantic-a great read, romance and story of family." - Lyn Cote, USA Today Bestselling author
About the Author
Pat Simmons is a multi-published author with more than thirty titles. She is a self-proclaimed genealogy sleuth who is passionate about researching her ancestors and then casting them in starring roles in her novels.
She is a three-time recipient of the Romance Slam Jam Emma Rodgers Award for Best Inspirational Romance.
Pat holds a B.S. in mass communications from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. She has worked in various positions in radio, television, and print media for more than twenty years. She oversaw the media publicity for the annual RT Booklovers Conventions for fourteen years.
In addition to researching her roots and sewing, she has been a featured speaker and workshop presenter at various venues across the country.
Pat has converted her sofa-strapped sports fanatical husband into an amateur travel agent, untrained bodyguard, GPS-guided chauffeur, and administrative assistant who is constantly on probation. They have a son and a daughter.