Dance With Me (Heart's Haven) by Mary Manners

 Love's Lessons!

Book Description

Publication Date: January 17, 2013

Scorned by an ex-fiance who dumped her on their wedding day, Kaci James vows to never fall in love again. She's content to teach English at Angel Falls High School and moonlights at the Angel Falls Trumpet as an advisor for a romance column--Love's Lessons.

Plagued by the senseless death of a teen on his watch, patrolman Ryne Calvert feels he's failed in the line of duty--and as a man. His new job as the rescource officer at Angel Falls High will give him a chance to redeem himself--and to be closer to the elusive and lovely Kaci. Though he longs for more than friendship, Kaci thwarts his advances. She's hiding her heart from him, but why?

When Ryne, on a dare, seeks advice from Love's Lessons, he and Kaci begin the dance of romance. But when Kaci's secret is revealed, will the music end--forever?

Biography

Mary Manners is an award-winning romance writer who lives in the beautiful foothills of East Tennessee with her husband Tim and the cherished cats they've rescued from local animal shelters...Lucky and Gus.

Mary's debut novel, Mended Heart, was nominated Best Inspirational Romance 2010, and was finalist for the Bookseller's Best Award while her follow-up, Tender Mercies, was awarded an outstanding 4 ½ star rating from The Romantic Times Book Reviews and was also a finalist for the Inspirational Readers Choice Award. Buried Treasures, her third novel, claimed Book of the Year by The Wordsmith Journal. Light the Fire, her fourth novel, took top honors for the 2012 Inspirational Readers Choice Award. Mary was named Author of the Year by Book and Trailer Showcase. She writes romances of all lengths, from short stories to novels--something for everyone.

Connect with Mary on her Facebook reader page at Mary Manners, author.

My Review ~

Kaci James is an English teacher at Angel Falls High School. She also moonlights incognito for the local newspaper, responding to questions for advice regarding romance. She is single, and intends to keep it that way, having been left at the altar on her wedding day, an experience that haunts her, and one that she doesn't intend to repeat.

Ryne Calvert is a law enforcement officer in Angel Falls. He is compelled to move on to a position where he can assist the local teens in the community. After a breaking and entering incident Ryne blames himself for the death of a local teen. The teen wielded a knife, cutting Ryne quite badly during a scuffle. The teen then lost his footing and died as the result of a fall down a ravine. Ryne's nightmare is his involvement in the tragic loss of a young life. 

Heart's Haven is a magical community where angels have been known to put spells on the residents, causing them to unsuspectingly fall in love. Ryne and Kaci both live in Heart's Haven, and have been neighbors for several months. When Ryne begins his new position with the local high school as a resource officer, he and Kaci become better acquainted. Ryne is already attracted to Kaci. Could the angels of Heart's Haven have love in store if Kaci is a willing participant?

Mary Manners is an expert in weaving tales of romance. Her detailing in the description of her characters actually brings them to life, an element that enhances their personalities, resulting in delightful, lovable, and humorous characters. Dance With Me is a sweet story of overcoming rejection and guilt, and learning to trust, in a town where love magically overcomes adversity. 

DISCLAIMER: I received a copy of this book from the author with no expectations regarding a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine, and no compensation has been received for this honest review.