Once Upon a Family & Heart of the Family

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**THIS IS NOT HOT PURSUIT by Marie Ferrarella** Two **Fostered by Love** novels in one, by USA TODAY bestselling author Margaret Daley **Once Upon a Family** Helping a troubled student is part of principal Peter Stone's job—but falling for the boy's mom isn't! Laura Williams is a widow caring for her four children and ailing aunt—with no time for romance. But as she and her brood continue to visit Peter's ranch, Laura realizes that he's meant to make her family complete. **Heart of the Family** Meeting social worker Hannah Smith at the Stone Refuge home for foster children, Dr. Jacob Hartman is shocked by her beauty. As a former foster child, Jacob is deeply touched by how much she cares about the kids, how loving she is—to everyone but him. He's determined to find out why—and to make her see he's her perfect match.