Maggie Blackbird

Today, I’m hosting author Angie Cole’s latest release Their Shattered Hearts, book one in the Cardinal Creek series, a contemporary romance. Watch for my review coming your way on March 26th. And don’t forget to enter the Rafflecopter giveaway.

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Title: Their Shattered Hearts
Series: Cardinal Creek, book one
Author: Angie Cole
Genre: Adult, Contemporary Romance
Release Date: March 1, 2024

Blurb: A story of love, loss, and redemption unfolds in the rustic charm of Cardinal Creek, Texas. Will Deluca, a stoic firefighter and ranch owner, bears the weight of his wife’s untimely demise. His world once filled with warmth, now echoes with the silent grief of his two children and the unyielding Texas plains.

Enter Anna Samuels, a heart that’s seen its share of sorrow. Leaving Missouri’s memories behind, she hopes to find solace and new beginnings in the small Texas town. As a dedicated palliative care nurse, she embarks on a mission to bring comfort to families grappling with illness. Destiny leads her to Rockin’ D Ranch, where her path crosses with Will, a man whose rugged charm and piercing blue eyes hide a world of pain.

Amidst the rolling hills of Cardinal Creek, Will and Anna find their lives intricately entwined, linked by a forgotten encounter from their youth. Anna’s arrival sparks a glimmer of hope in Will’s heart, inspiring him to fulfill a promise to his late wife: to create a sanctuary for children with autism. Together, they begin to weave dreams of a brighter future.

But shadows linger in the corners of their newfound happiness. Anna grapples with a dark secret that threatens to destroy the life she has built in Cardinal Creek. As Will confronts his own fears, he risks losing the one person who could help him heal. In the face of adversity, will they find the strength to conquer their demons and embrace a second chance at love?

In “Their Shattered Hearts” fate, passion, and dark secrets collide. Join Will and Anna as they journey through the complexities of the heart, learning that sometimes, the path to happiness is paved with the courage to face the ghosts of the past.

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Anna Samuels:

• “Healing doesn’t come with a roadmap. It’s more like navigating a creek with a broken paddle, but I believe there’s calm waters ahead for all of us.”
• “I used to think home was a place, but standing here, amidst the endless Texas sky, I’m starting to believe it’s a feeling. A feeling I’ve found in the most unexpected of places.”
• “In the quiet moments, when the world seems to pause, I feel his pain, as tangible as the Texas soil beneath our feet. And I know, together, we can grow something beautiful from it.”
• “Healing isn’t just about mending what’s broken; it’s about finding beauty in the scars, making us who we are. That’s the true essence of care.”
• “Every quilt tells a story, stitches of love and loss, pain and joy intertwined. It’s how we wrap ourselves in the warmth of those we’ve loved and lost.”
• “In the eyes of a grieving child, I see the silent strength of healing. Our work here, with every horse ridden, is a step towards mending shattered hearts.”
• “Finding love in the midst of loss is like discovering a bloom in barren soil. Unexpected, yet a testament to the resilience of the heart.”

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My journey as a romance author is deeply rooted in my personal experiences of love, loss, and resilience. The profound impact of the losses I have endured, including the passing of my grandparents and my parents, has shaped my perspective on life and love.

My own love story is one of healing and finding joy after heartache, and it mirrors the themes I explore in my novels.

As a survivor of grief and a believer in the power of love, I channel my experiences into crafting stories that resonate with the complexities and triumphs of the human heart. My writing is a testament to the idea that love can emerge from the most unexpected places, offering hope and healing. The one thing that can be learned from grief is that it’s a very personal experience and isn’t the same for every person.

Follow Angie: Website | Facebook | Instagram

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