Dreaming Without Heartache

Allie Tatum has always known how to be the fun aunt. Becoming the full-time parent to her nieces is a responsibility she never anticipated, especially while grieving the accident that has changed all their lives. Maisie and teenage Kara need stability, and Allie is trying to provide it without knowing how to repair her own sense of loss. Sam Carter, the mother of Kara’s best friend, becomes a dependable presence amid the upheaval. Her friendship brings practical support and a welcome sense of comfort, followed by an attraction that surprises them both. As Allie learns to care for a family in a different way, she must consider whether accepting love for herself can belong within that uncertain new life.