Fast Fiction Romantic – short stories with a Happy Ever After A year after Hurricane Naomi, the residents of Hope, Mississippi, are still trying to rebuild their lives. Nathan Grayson lost his wife to the storm, and he’s survived the pain by focusing on his daughter, Carly, and his veterinary clinic. He’s shut out everything else, including friends and family who want to help.When Susan Fayard asks Nathan to treat an injured dog, she can’t help but see how much his isolation is hurting the handsome widower and his sweet daughter. Susan makes it her mission to help Nathan rebuild his trust in others. Even though he’s grateful, Nathan refuses to rely on her. After all, this mission is only temporary. If Nathan lets Susan into his life, he and his daughter could be left heartbroken when she moves on….