A much-anticipated conclusion to the best-selling series finds innkeeper Jo Marie Rose starting over after Mark's departure and taking in heartbroken boarder Emily, who would pursue adoption and give up on marriage, only to be urged to take a chance on a new relationship. By the #1 best-selling author of the Cedar Cove series. (romance). Simultaneous., Jo Marie Rose begins dating again after Mark's departure and forges a close bond with heartbroken boarder Emily, whose desire to focus on adopting a child is challenged by an unexpected relationship.