The People of Evanston

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Ivy Rose
Starting Over in Montana

After years of putting everyone else first, Ivy Rose takes a leap of faith and moves to Montana. What begins as a chance to start over becomes a journey of healing, family, friendship, and unexpected love.

Gabriel Hawthorn
Starting Over in Montana

A devoted father and owner of Hawthorn's Hope Ranch, Gabriel Hawthorn has spent years putting his family first. Strong, dependable, and fiercely protective of those he loves, he never expected a new ranch manager to change his life—or remind him that second chances are possible.

Amanda and Kevin Hawthorn
Starting Over in Montana

Growing up on a Montana ranch has taught Amanda and Kevin the value of family, hard work, and loyalty. Their bond with their father—and the unexpected friendship they form with Ivy Rose—plays an important role in the journey of healing and second chances.

Tiffany Bailey
Starting Over in Montana

Beautiful, ambitious, and used to getting her way, Tiffany Bailey believes she knows exactly where she belongs. Her plans don't always align with the people around her, making her one of the most memorable—and least popular—visitors to Hawthorn's Hope Ranch.

Áine Walker
Áine's Salvation

Strong-willed and determined, Áine Walker has overcome more than most people will ever know. When her carefully constructed world begins to unravel, she must learn that accepting help isn't weakness—and that sometimes salvation comes from the people who refuse to give up on you.

Jeb O'Neal
Áine's Salvation

Steady, dependable, and fiercely loyal, Jeb O'Neal has dedicated his life to protecting the people he cares about. As foreman of Hawthorn's Hope Ranch and a former Marine, he faces every challenge head-on—except the possibility of losing the woman who has captured his heart.