How do you heal a heart weighed down by the past—without breaking it all over again?
Therapist Dr. Lacey is no stranger to healing others, but after years of burnout and the sting of personal loss, she’s struggling to mend her own fractured spirit. When she crosses paths with Bob, a rugged Marine veteran turned struggling businessman, his quiet strength and hidden vulnerability awaken a long-buried spark of hope. Yet Bob’s battle with PTSD and a growing dependence on alcohol threaten to extinguish that flicker before it can catch fire.
Bob wants nothing more than to be the steady, loving grandfather his granddaughter Daisy deserves. But the ghosts of his past, and the alcohol he reaches for to silence them, are pulling him under. Lacey’s compassion feels like a lifeline, but he fears his demons will drag her down with him.
Lacey and Bob learn to rediscover the healing power of connection with each other, their loved ones, and the natural world that surrounds them. But healing comes at a cost, and they’ll have to face the wounds of the past if they want to plant new roots for the future.
As Lacey fights to rebuild her own balance and Bob wrestles with the shadows closing in, they must decide: can two wounded souls find strength in each other, or will their scars define their future?
Remedies of the Heart II: Lacey’s Love is a tender, slow-burn romance about second chances, emotional healing, and the quiet power of nature and community. Set in a small Georgia town surrounded by oak trees and autumn skies, this heartfelt story blends herbal wisdom, found family, and later-in-life love. Perfect for readers who enjoy clean romance with depth, resilience, and the beauty of beginning again.
Content note: This story includes references to grief, PTSD, alcoholism, and the loss of a child. These themes are handled with compassion and care.
