Persuaded by the Hero

His return shattered her carefully built world. Sabrina Pembroke has spent eight years rebuilding her life after Bryce Harrington's sudden disappearance and the humiliating annulment of their secret marriage. Now a devoted single mother, she's focused on protecting her son, Darren, from heartbreak. But when Bryce returns to Freedom Ridge as her new boss, the undeniable spark between them threatens to reignite old flames and expose a truth that could change everything. Bryce Harrington carries the weight of past mistakes. He’s determined to prove he's a changed man and win back the only woman he's ever loved. But the town of Freedom Ridge holds onto gossip like a cherished heirloom, and his past reputation as a carefree playboy precedes him. He also quickly discovers a secret Sabrina has been keeping from him. As they navigate their complicated past and undeniable attraction, Sabrina must decide if she can risk her heart—and her son's—on the man who once left her shattered. Can Bryce persuade her to believe in a love that’s stronger than their past, and embrace a future they both deserve?