Where the Heart Stayed

<p>Laura never imagined she'd come back to the quiet beach town where her heart was once shattered. But after a devastating accident returning home feels like the only way to heal - both her body and her soul. The familiar streets stir memories she tried to bury especially the memories of James her childhood sweetheart whose absence left a void she's carried for years.</p><p>Their reunion is anything but easy. Years of silence heartbreak and misunderstandings stand between them casting long shadows over what once was a deep and passionate love. Yet beneath the surface of old wounds a slow-burning spark refuses to die.</p><p>In this heartfelt and emotional romance <em>Where the Heart Stayed</em> explores the challenges of love after loss the courage it takes to forgive and the strength found in rediscovering trust. Against the backdrop of a picturesque coastal town Laura and James must navigate their past mistakes family secrets and the fragile hope of new beginnings.</p><p>Will the tides of time wash away their pain or will the scars of yesterday keep their hearts apart? This contemporary romance novel is a tender journey through heartbreak healing and the beautiful complexity of second chances. Perfect for fans of slow-burn love stories emotional healing and small town romance.</p><p>Discover a story about love's resilience where every moment counts and the heart ultimately knows where it belongs.</p>