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Brooding ex-soldier Grady Fletcher plans to keep his mind occupied. Single mum Gina Williams is usually wary around men, but she knows that beneath Grady's gruff exterior lies a trustworthy man. So when Gina's son goes missing, he's the only person she'll trust - a man whose survival instinct is as strong as his heart.
About the Author
Originally born and raised in Muncie, Indiana, Patricia Thayer was the second of eight children. She attended Ball State University, and soon afterward she headed West. Over the years, she's made frequent visits back to the Midwest, trying to keep up with her family's numerous weddings and births.Patricia has called Orange County, California home for many years. She not only enjoys the warm climate, but also the company and support of other published authors in the local writer's organization. For the past twenty three years, she had the unwavering support and encouragement of her critique group. It's a sisterhood like no other.When not working on a story, you might find her traveling the United States and Europe, taking in the scenery and doing story research while thoroughly enjoying herself accompanied by, Steve, her husband for over 40 years. Together, they have three grown sons and four grandsons and one granddaughter. As she calls them, her own true life heroes. On rare days off from writing, you might catch her at Disneyland, spoiling those grandkids rotten! She also volunteers for the Grandparent Autism Network.Patricia has written for over 20 years and has authored nearly 50 books for Silhouette and Harlequin. She has been nominated for both the National Reader's Choice Award and the prestigious RITA. Her book, Nothing Short of a Miracle won a Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice award.She has been a guest reader at elementary schools and lectured aspiring authors. A long time member of Romance Writers of America, she has served as President and held many other board positions for her local chapter in Orange County. She's a firm believer in giving back.
