Her devastating marriage behind her, Raylene Hammond is actually thankful for her best friends, the Sweet Magnolias. They’ve used her in, shielding her in the world. After that she fits sheriff’s deputy Carter Rollins, and instantly Raylene’s haven no more feels quite so safe. Carter understands why Raylene is usually trapped inside. He’s even taken to bringing the outside world to her. But with two kid sisters to raise, just how much period can he spend on this female who’s taken his heart? Raylene knows Carter is a man worth loving, but she may under no circumstances be strong plenty of to accept what he’s offering. How long can she request him to hold back? Maybe they’ll never have more than this one sweet summer.