Can an unexpected encounter give them the second chance they need? Four women, each with a personal connection to the devastating effects of abuse, come together to start a small business that designs and creates clothes for women of all sizes. As they work to build their company, they find strength in each other and a shared purpose that helps them heal and fight back against the forces that have hurt them. Follow Lara and her friends as they pursue happiness while using their talents and an unshakeable bond to make a positive difference. Cheryl Phipps is a USA Today bestselling romance author from beautiful New Zealand. She lives in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, who she married the moment she left school (yes, they were high school sweethearts). With three adult children and seven grandchildren to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed breed dog who stole her heart! You'll find her Billionaire Knights, Family Ties, Dreamers Bay, High Seas Weddings, and Sycamore Springs series at cherylphipps dot com and join her newsletter to pick up a free sweet prequel to Dreamers Bay. Cheryl also writes cozy mysteries as C.A. Phipps.