Change Of Plans
Barbara Howard
Tricia Baker has a goal—to win Olympic gold. Some people might think she’s overconfident; Tricia simply knows she has what it takes. She’s just completed her college degree and is all set to qualify for the Olympic team.
When a freak accident derails her plans, she has to pick up the pieces along with her crutches. She’s on her own. But that’s okay, she’s strong. She’s had to be; she’s been pretty much on her own her entire life.
Instead of Olympic glory and signing endorsement deals, she’s on a Greyhound bus to the town of Acerton to take a teaching job. The bus trip was a pain in the ear, and the guy giving her a lift to her new place brings new meaning to the word rude. Someone ought to teach that Matt Doyle a thing or two about manners.
When she learns at school that ‘Mister Doyle’ is her supervisor… oh boy, this might have been a mistake.
Since childhood, she’s never had a family. Since she was a young girl, she’s never had time for friends. All through college, her goal has kept her from having to explore love.
In Acerton, Tricia has to deal with a great deal more than a change of plans. Yes, she’s strong. But is Tricia brave enough to open her heart to those around her?