Book excerpt: New York Times bestselling author Carolyn Brown's Southern twang and inimitable sass shine through in this romantic second-chance story. Their differences drove them apart...but fate is giving them one more chance. Six years ago, one fight ended it all... And now Tracey Walker has bittersweet memories and a secret that she keeps close to her heart. A fresh start in a new town is just what she and her five-year-old son need to move on from the past. But when she discovers her old flame lives a few doors down from her, she's confronted with the urge to tell him everything. Perfect for fans of: Sweet and sexy, emotional love stories Fresh starts and second chances A Southern small-town setting come to life Characters that jump off the page Praise for Carolyn Brown: "A delightful journey of hope and healing."—Woman's World for The Empty Nesters "Loved it, loved it, loved it! What great characters! What a great story!"—Joanne Kennedy for One Lucky Cowboy "Filled with quirky characters and a healthy dose of humor...sweet and sensual."—Publishers Weekly for One Texas Cowboy Too Many "Fresh, funny, and sexy."—Booklist for Love Drunk Cowboy