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Hazel Hart, a successful romance novelist, finds herself spiraling into writer’s block after a painful breakup. With her manuscript overdue and her publisher losing patience, she’s given one last chance to deliver.

In a desperate attempt to reignite her inspiration, Hazel impulsively purchases a historic home in the quaint town of Story Lake, PA, hoping for a fresh start. However, her grand escape quickly turns chaotic when she discovers that her new home is far from the charming haven she envisioned.

Not only is the house a disaster, but the town itself is struggling after the closure of its major employer. To make matters more complicated, Hazel’s purchase comes with a seat on the town council, thrusting her into the midst of small-town politics and quirky characters.

Amidst the chaos, Hazel finds unexpected inspiration in the form of Campbell Bishop, a tall, handsome, and undeniably grumpy contractor. Hiring Cam and his equally attractive brothers to renovate her dilapidated house seems like the perfect solution to her writer’s block.

But Hazel’s plan doesn’t stop there. A fake dating arrangement with Cam for “research purposes” promises to add even more fuel to her creative fire. As she immerses herself in the world of Story Lake, Hazel finds herself not only writing a romance novel but living one.

However, as the dust settles from the renovations, Hazel must confront the challenges facing the town and the reasons why Cam is hesitant to embrace a happily ever after.