A Homecoming Mantra

He's a great single dad, but his family decides he needs a new wife...immediately.

No one in the Sood family has divorced—ever. But when successful mystery writer Shaan Sood's wife cheats, he files. After his ex cuts ties with both him and their daughter, he leaves India to return to his Washington hometown and raise Misha closer to family. Shaan focuses on building a stable and loving home for Misha, but his peace is shattered by his loving family's insistence that Misha needs a mother. Shaan is done with love, but he'd be lying if he didn't admit he can't stop thinking about his beautiful new neighbor.

Riding instructor Claire Wellington is everything Shaan should avoid. She's kind, intelligent, and interested in helping Misha rebuild her confidence through riding lessons. Misha falls in love with the captivating and adventurous Claire, and Shaan's heart isn't far behind.

But Claire has secrets, and Shaan is a man who's built a...