For weeks, I've needed a partner for my country clinic. Well, I've finally found one—right under my own roof! My guest room's temporary occupant is a rugged hunk who looks more comfortable wearing a Stetson than a stethoscope, and he has secrets—big secrets. He's also tender, grumpy and practically irresistible! Steve Hartly says he doesn't practice medicine anymore, but I see the longing in his eyes and have felt the warmth of his touch. Somehow I've got to find a way to help him while protecting myself. Because even I don't know how to heal a broken heart…