All I Ever Wanted (Hqn)
Since she received her “happily-ever-after” rocking chair as a little girl, Callie Grey has imagined its place in her future family’s home. Now nearly 30, she lives with her curmudgeonly grandfather, while her dream man—her boss, Mark—is engaged to their biggest client’s daughter. Her hometown in Vermont is tiny, making it difficult to find new prospects for a husband or a job. Enter the attractive new veterinarian, Ian. His aloof demeanor calls for Callie’s public-relations skills and her love. Though Callie’s oversharing and Ian’s brusqueness cause friction, their mutual desire wins out. Romance abounds for Callie and Ian, Callie’s estranged parents, and even Callie’s überfeminist sister, while smarmy Mark gets his comeuppance. The latest from the author of Too Good to Be True (2009) boasts small-time charm, sentimental moments, and satisfying happy endings. Readers will scoop up this easy-to-read confection. --Aleksandra Walker