Though the gossips had them pegged as an item, teacher Rachel Woodward was merely helping Sean Bates, the new guidance counselor, learn small–town ways. But his looks and charm were almost irresistible. And it was a good thing Rachel no longer fell prey to romantic insanity.

Yet she couldn't ignore Sean, or how wonderfully he cared for the sweet, rambunctious five–year–old who'd landed in their school–and both their hearts. Little Samantha needed a father, and Sean would be the perfect man for the job. But she needed a mother, too.and suddenly Rachel wondered if God had a family in store for her after all.