A J Nighthawke

Second Chance Ranch A J Nighthawke

Christian Romance Book 2 of the Southern Belle Series. Can be read as a stand-alone. Gage Wyatt left Bell Buckle, Tennesee four and a half years ago. He would have never left if he had to tell Della goodbye, so he didn't. A single picture and memories were all he took with him when he went out into the world trying to find his purpose. Struggling with civilian life, he and two of his closest military buddies start VIP Securities which employs only veterans. His office is in Nashville. That's not too far from Bell Buckle but Gage can't make himself return. He shredded his own heart when he left Della behind, if he went back and she had moved on, Gage Wyatt wouldn't survive. Della Taylor was the abandoned baby found outside the Church of Christ. Adopted and raised by two sisters, Della belonged to all of Bell Buckle. Everyone looked out for her especially Gage. He was her comforter, protector, and best friend since the day she was found. That was, until he left without a word. She was a naive sixteen-year-old, seeing something that wasn't really there. If she had only been a better friend, Gage wouldn't have left like he did. He would have let her support him through his decision. An accident brings Gage back to Bell Buckle. His Dad is in critical condition and as he cries out to God, another gurney crashes through the emergency room door carrying Della, his Della. Can he right the wrongs from four and a half years ago? Will Della give him a second chance to earn her heart? If Gage wants a chance, he has to face Della's protective friends, which used to be his. He also has to contend with his dad, Lincoln Wyatt. Linc loves Della like a daughter and the two have remained close since Gage has left. The only problem is that the two have horrible ideas that usually get them into trouble. This time, the two, along with Deacon, have a grand scheme to pull off. If this plan works, it could bring second chances to more than just Gage. Maybe Gage's purpose has been in Bell Buckle this whole time?