Husband Potential

Second Chances at Cedar Cove

When corporate strategist Natalie Bennett arrives in the quaint coastal town of Cedar Cove to oversee her family’s struggling inn, she expects spreadsheets and boardroom battles. Instead, she encounters rugged local contractor Jake Marshall, whose hands have rebuilt more than just fallen beams—they’ve mended broken hearts. Drawn together by a shared commitment to restore the weathered Sea Glass Inn, they soon find that resurrecting the past may unlock unexpected possibilities for their own futures. Between early morning tide-watch walks and late-night construction lights, Natalie and Jake discover that the hardest renovations are often the ones we must make within ourselves.

Blueprints of the Heart

As the inn’s grand reopening approaches, sparks fly both on and off the job site. Natalie’s precision and Jake’s improvisational flair clash over every design choice, from salvaged driftwood beams to the perfect shade of seafoam paint. Yet behind the banter lies an undercurrent of mutual respect—and of unspoken longing. When a violent storm threatens to wash away weeks of progress, it’s Jake’s steady courage and Natalie’s resourcefulness that save the day. In the storm’s aftermath, amid the scent of salt and fresh timber, they must decide if partnership extends beyond project deadlines.

Love Built to Last

Reopening night brings more than a full roster of guests—it brings a celebration of community, resilience, and the power of trust. With fairy lights twinkling across the veranda and laughter drifting on the sea breeze, Natalie realizes that true success isn’t measured in profit margins but in moments shared. As she stands beside Jake, toasting to new beginnings, she understands that the blueprint for love is drawn in the heart rather than on paper.

Author’s Reflection

. Rebecca Winters is a bestselling author renowned for her heartfelt contemporary romances. With a gift for crafting authentic characters and charming settings, she has captivated readers worldwide with stories of renewal, hope, and the transformative power of love.