

Only then would he figure out why he'd spent a lifetime searching for the acceptance of those around him. The answer came at the height of a heated argument, it was time to return to the place and the people who first made him feel like he had nothing to offer. The more Rio and Nate pressured him to talk about his sudden surly mood, the more Ryan began to resent them. So why when he receives a phone call with tragic news does their love and support not comfort him? His job as sheriff and the love of his partners, Nate and Rio, not only fulfil him they give him purpose. He has built a life around his desire to be needed, to feel important to those around him. When duty calls Deacon out of town, he begins to wonder how much more he'll be forced to give up for his country.įor years, Ryan Blackfeather prided himself on maintaining his composure no matter the situation. The move to Cattle Valley is the first step, opening up to Aaron the second. The nights he spends in Deacon's arms slowly begin to drive the shadows from his heart.Īfter years spent serving his country, Deacon yearns for a normal life.

For the first time since leaving the service, Aaron begins to believe there may be light at the end of the dark tunnel. The day Aaron wanders into Deacon's store for the first time, the last thing he expects is an immediate connection with the shop owner. He's become used to faking his way through life, putting on a happy face when the situation calls for it is a lot easier than dealing with his buried memories. He makes the decision to help Aaron Ellis any way he can.ĭishonourably discharged from the Army, it takes everything Aaron has to get out of bed each morning.

When he meets a man troubled by his time spent in the Middle East, Deacon feels drawn to the pain in the handsome man's eyes. Special offer inside this Box Set to celebrate the 30th release in the Cattle Valley seriesĭeacon McConnell spends his days as a woodcarver and his nights as head of one of the most secretive government agencies in the United States.
