Matthew Sheridan was the answer to her prayer…

At least, to the one Hope Ashton had offered when she found herself stranded alone on a blustery Montana night. Contrary to her matchmaking Nanna's belief, Hope didn't long to land a husband – and her old pal wasn't looking for a wife. But that didn't stop Hope from secretly wondering what if…?

What could a widowed country cowboy possibly have in common with a millionaire's sophisticated daughter? Absolutely nothing – save the desire to stay single. But Matthew was a lonely, red-blooded man. He was also proud papa to a determined trio of toddlers who yearned for a mommy – and they'd set their sights on Hope….