Close to Family

Dylan Roberts was orphaned as a child . . .

Her parents died on a rural highway in a drunk-driving accident. If only she'd been able to do something. Dylan grew up with one all-consuming goal—to save others. Training hard to become a trauma surgeon, only to have her dearest friend die in a jungle, far from medical aid, once again Dylan is left feeling as useless as she did after her parents' death.

Grieving and at loose ends, she visits her two pregnant sisters in their new home of Westen, intent on making sure both safely deliver their babies. The town is about to open its first hospital, complete with a trauma unit, which her sisters and the town council believe Dylan should head.

At a crossroads . . .

Being in Westen has its risks. She finds herself struggling against the attraction she's long had for her friend, newspaper owner Sean Callahan. Trouble is, Sean wants more than just a casual fling, but he doesn't want to pressure Dylan into staying in Westen.

Will tragedy force her hand?

When danger from a beloved town member's past comes to light, lives hang in the balance, will Dylan's skills make a difference this time? And will she finally understand the true meaning of family?