Where the Heart Leads - Isabella Bagshaw

When Eloise Somerset's mother unexpectedly passes away, her world is turned upside down. Leaving behind her modest life as a baker in the bustling city, Eloise finds herself drawn to her mother's hometown-a charming little place she's only heard about in stories. But what begins as a bittersweet journey to reconnect with her roots quickly turns into a life-altering adventure.

The town has a quiet magic of its own. Quaint streets, friendly faces, and a sense of community unlike anything Eloise has ever known. As she immerses herself in her mother's past, she begins to wonder: could this be where she was always meant to be? Just as the town starts to feel like home, Eloise crosses paths with Drew Owen, the town's brooding yet devastatingly handsome winemaker.

Drew is everything Eloise wasn't prepared for-gruff, guarded, and absolutely breathtaking. He's also her temporary housemate, and living under the same roof with someone who clearly doesn't want her there is as frustrating as it is thrilling. Every shared glance and accidental brush of hands stirs something deep in Eloise. But Drew has built walls around his heart, and Eloise isn't sure she has the courage-or the time-to tear them down.

As Eloise learns to navigate life in the town her mother once called home, she and Drew are forced to confront the undeniable connection between them. Could it be that, despite their differences, they're exactly what the other has been searching for? And will Eloise find the strength to claim the life-and love-she never knew she needed?

Full of heart, humor, and the intoxicating allure of second chances, this small-town romance will sweep you off your feet and leave you believing in the transformative power of love.