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Overview

Desperate and determined, Maggie Stanley grabs her small baby and runs into the snowy Idaho night. In her loneliest, blackest hour, she unexpectedly finds a warmth and comfort she has never known in the tender compassion of a handsome, down-and-out stranger. In Rafe Kendrick, Maggie recognizes a soul wounded like her own—though she knows she must never trust any man ever again.

Rafe is more than he seems—an enigmatic man of secrets who could give Maggie the moon, had he not vowed to spend his life alone. But sometimes love's flames can transform a cold world into paradise—and a man who's lost nearly everything, a woman who's forgotten how to dream, and the helpless child who needs them both can become that most wondrous creation: a family.

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Anderson's newest contemporary romance (after Simply Love) begins with a rescue: vagabond Rafe Kendrick prevents Maggie Stanley from being raped by boxcar bums. Saving Maggie and her baby gives Rafe's life meaning again, and he decides he'll do anything to keep them from harm's way. In order to protect Maggie from her ne'er-do-well stepfather, Lonnie, Rafe contacts his family, who hasn't heard from him since he abandoned his profitable ranch after an accident that killed his wife and children. Although she distrusts his motives, Maggie returns with Rafe to his Oregon ranch and they marry. As Maggie heals in body and spirit, their love becomes mutual. While the premise is riveting, the Cinderella-like aspects of the story are overdone, and Maggie's stepfather's drive to do evil is almost cartoonish. Rafe is not only a successful rancher—he's got $50 million in the bank. Equally unrealistic is the premise that Rafe can stop drinking without suffering any symptoms of withdrawal. However, Anderson is a strong storyteller, and the book should appeal to fans of the genre despite its cliches. (Oct.) Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information.

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780380799374
  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
  • Publication date: 10/28/1999
  • Format: Mass Market Paperback
  • Edition description: Reissue
  • Pages: 432
  • Sales rank: 98,419
  • Series: Kendrick-Coulter-Harringan Series , #1
  • Product dimensions: 4.18 (w) x 6.75 (h) x 1.08 (d)

Meet the Author

Catherine Anderson, the award-winning author of both contemporary and historical fiction, lives with her husband and three canine friends—a mixed spaniel named Kibbles and two Rottweilers named Sam and Sassy, who seem to think they are teacup poodles and that obedience training is for people.

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Chapter One

Drifting in the misty unreality of dreams, Rafe Kendrick surrendered himself to the images that moved softly through his mind. As he sank deeper into slumber, the details gained clarity and seemed more lifelike. He smiled drowsily. He was down on the lakeshore, he realized, not far from the main ranch house. Through the stands of evergreen trees, he could see the sprawling expanse of ivy-covered brick that was his family home, three of its fireplace chimneys silhouetted against the summer-blue sky. On the gentle breeze, he heard the whinny of a stallion coming from the north pasture behind the stables.

Home. On some level he knew this was only a dream, but it felt wonderfully real, a vivid recollection of all that he'd lost. Small, water-worn rocks shifted under his feet as he followed the sweep of shoreline. The soft lapping of the water soothed him. He took a deep breath, identifying the smells that had once been so commonplace he scarcely noticed them. Fir and pine. Sunwarmed grass and fertile earth. A crisp edge to the breeze, even on a summer day, because the highelevation basin was ringed by snowcapped peaks.

His footsteps slowed as he crested a slight rise. Ahead of him in a shaded grove, he saw a sorrel mare and a buckskin gelding. They grazed contentedly, their reins loosely draped over the limbs of sapling oaks. Nearby two blanket-draped saddles rested on the green grass.

A sense of deja vu filled Rafe. He remembered this day. He and Susan had taken the kids for a short ride through the forest, and then they'd come back here for a picnic by the lake. They had enjoyed themselves, singing silly songs they made up asthey went along to entertain their three-year-old son, Keefer. It had been a near perfect outing, and they had ended it here because they loved spending time near the water.

He eagerly scanned the clearing, his yearning to catch a glimpse of his family so sharp that it made his breath hitch. Drawn by a red-checkered tea towel that fluttered in the breeze, his gaze came to rest on the wicker picnic basket first. The hinged lid was wedged partially open by the protruding neck of a wine bottle that their nannyhousekeeper, Becca, had slipped inside to accompany their meal.

Oh, yes...he remembered it all so clearly — Susan, in snug faded jeans and a pink cotton blouse, her golden hair caught at the crown with a clip to spill in a silky cascade to her shoulders. He could almost hear the sound of her laughter rippling around him — and smell the little-boy scent of his son, riding double in front of him on the buckskin. After coming here to eat, he had rocked his baby daughter to sleep while Susan set out the food, and he could recall exactly how his little girl's plump body had felt in his arms.

A slight frown pleated Rafe's brow. This was too real to be a dream. He could actually hear the water lapping and feel the breeze caressing his skin. With every step he took, the beach pebbles pressed sharply into the soles of his riding boots. Dreams weren't this vivid.

Oh, God. Could he dare to hope? Maybe a miracle had happened, and somehow he'd been hurtled back in time. Maybe, after all this time, his prayers had finally been answered and God was giving him a second chance.

Oh, yes, please...All he needed was just one more chance. This time, he wouldn't blow it. He'd put his family first. Nothing had ever mattered more to him than his wife and kids. Nothing. He'd just gotten so caught up in the everyday responsibilities and obligations of being a husband and father that he'd lost sight of what was really important for a while.

He'd never make that mistake again.

Wanting, needing to believe that this was all actually real, he clenched his hands into throbbing fists and eagerly scanned the clearing. Susan and the kids lay only a short distance away from the picnic basket. The three of them were taking a nap on a Navajo blanket he'd spread on the grass for them. Their snuggled forms were dappled with sunlight that filtered through the fir boughs above them. Susan lay on her back with a child on each side of her, her sweet face relaxed in sleep, her lush mouth curved in a slight smile of contentment. His son Keefer had fallen asleep with his arms around her neck, and he still clung to her, his baby-soft cheek pressed to her breast. The six-month-old Chastity was cradled in Susan's other arm, her tawny curls glistening like drizzles of honey.

Rafe walked toward them, a sharp ache stabbing his chest. Dear God, how he loved them, and it had been so long — so very long — since he'd seen them. Thank you, God. He wanted to shout and run to cover the distance more quickly. But no. He couldn't shake the feeling that this scene from out of his past might exist only in his imagination. A loud sound or sudden movement might shatter it like fragile glass.

As he moved closer to the blanket, Susan's face grew less distinct. He squinted down at her, wanting to see her more clearly. But no matter how hard he tried, her features remained an elusive blur, framed by a nimbus of golden hair. He came to a stop, staring so hard that his eyes burned. It was like trying to see her through a plate of steam-fogged glass.

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  • Posted May 10, 2010

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    Sweetest Story

    This book had my full attention from start to finish! It was heart-warming, intense, and romantic. I am a first time reader of Catherine Anderson, but from what I have seen from Baby Love, I will definitely look for more of her books. I felt almost every emotion through this book. The story is about a woman who is robbed of her childhood, self-respect, and has lost all trust on human life. And one day it all gets turned around and she is given a second chance. Some people might say it's too good to be true, but I found it captivating. It was a true romance; love and trust lost, and then found again. It is one of the best books I have ever read.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted July 10, 2003

    Another winner

    Wow - Catherine Anderson did it again. I really enjoy reading her books. They are fast and never let you down.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted February 29, 2012

    Must read!

    Very good book, couldn't put it down for a minute. Every page kept my attention!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 14, 2012

    Good feel good story

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 9, 2012

    Great

    A wonderfully written story; and definitely worth buying.

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  • Posted January 8, 2012

    Highly Recommended

    I started reading Catherine Anderson books when I got hooked on this book. I think "Baby Love" is well written and offers much if you are looking for a good romance. I love the characters in the book and would recommend anyone looking for a good love story. I especially love "Annie Song" if you are really looking for a good book from Ms. Anderson.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 2, 2012

    Excellent

    Another great book by Catherine Anderson

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  • Posted November 17, 2011

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    Still LOVE IT!!!

    After 12 years I still love this book. I have wore out my print copy so I had to buy it for my e-reader. I don't care how many times I re-read it. it's an amazing love story. Even thou I have read the others and they appear in them it's not the same.I wish I could get another book with just them.Love me some Rafe and Maggie.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 26, 2011

    You'll cry, get mad, laugh, have fear! Awesome! The whole series does it all!!! Lots and of tissue! My husband husband thoughr i was pregnant during this read. The how up and down the emotons are in this one.

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  • Posted October 9, 2011

    Great read.

    Nice reading.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted July 18, 2011

    My favorite!

    Must read, a roller coaster of events & emotions!

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  • Posted December 13, 2010

    Just ok...

    It was a really sweet story, but not my favorite. I gave it 3 stars because it was well written and emotional. It just wasn't for me.

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  • Posted September 20, 2010

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    A true love story

    Although it started very slow, it was a true love story not base around the bedroom. Rafe was a true gentlman.

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  • Posted August 26, 2009

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    My Favorite

    out of all of the Coulter/Kendrick/Harrigan series this one is my ultimate favorite. It was so romantic It makes you truly believe there is someone out there for everyone no matter what.

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  • Posted June 24, 2009

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    Great Book

    this was and amazing book i recommend you read it ....... the story of how Rafe and Maggie love is something amazing just touches your heart to know that its like that every single book that CATHRINE ANDERSON writes i asure u that u will love them

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  • Posted May 19, 2009

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    I think I'll stow away on a train.

    This was a great book! Imagine running for your life with a small baby and finding prince charming! That's exactly what happened to Maggie when fate put Rafe on the same train. Rafe's pain was so real, I felt it with him. Maggie and Rafe worked well as a couple, even when the "real" Rafe was revealed and he soooo frustrated her. Definitely a book to read again and again.

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  • Posted February 9, 2009

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    the best of Anderson

    My favorite of Catherine's many books. Great story about the healing power of love and happy ever afters. The fact that Rafe needed as much saving as Maggie and Jamie makes this my favorite. A must read for catherine fans.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 27, 2008

    A Special Love Story!

    Rafe's own past played as much of an obstacle as Maggie's. Each had to give the other the understanding and patience to deal with their pasts. And, each had to learn how to temper his or her own need to overcompensate for the past. I loved Maggie and Rafe's story! Well worth reading again and again.

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