She lost everything—but she never expected Ireland would give her a new family and a second chance at love. After losing her mother, her marriage, and her home in a few short devastating weeks, Rose Christopher needs a fresh start—and fast. Accepting a live-in caregiver position for an outspoken eighty-seven-year-old widow seems like survival, not destiny. But Agnes Hathaway has plans of her own. Sharp-witted, warmhearted, and determined to see the world before it’s too late, Agnes dreams of visiting Ireland—the land of her favorite film, The Quiet Man . And the only person willing to make that dream come true is the guarded man who hired Rose. Declan Delaney built his success from nothing after a painful divorce taught him one lesson: love doesn’t last. He keeps his life orderly, controlled, and safely distant—until Rose’s kindness, quiet strength, and unexpected humor begin slipping past the walls around his heart. When Agnes insists they travel together to Ireland for the adventure of a lifetime, misty cliffs, cozy villages, and moonlit music sessions spark something neither Rose nor Declan can ignore. And with a mischievous matchmaker watching their every step, two wounded souls may discover that it’s never too late for passion… or for a second chance at forever. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is risk your heart—and learn to dance again. Perfect for readers who love: Later-in-life romance & mature protagonists Second-chance love stories Silver fox heroes and strong, compassionate heroines Irish travel romance & small-town charm Feel-good women’s fiction with romance Found family and heartfelt healing journeys Matchmaking grandmothers & gentle humor Emotional slow-burn romance with a hopeful ending Hallmark-style romance with deeper emotional stakes A heartwarming later-in-life romance about healing, hope, and finding love when you least expect it. Loved Declan, Rose, and the unforgettable Agnes? You’ll reunite with these beloved characters in Cruising the Danube on a breathtaking European river cruise filled with romance, laughter, and new beginnings. Join them and all-new couples as they all embark on another irresistible journey—this time along the magical Danube, where love is waiting in the most unexpected places. Escape. Explore. Fall in Love. In the Once Again series, journey to a breathtaking destination—and a love story that changes everything. The Once Again series, stand-alone romances with no cliffhangers Dreaming of Provence Wishing in Rome Dancing in Ireland Under the Northern Lights Stargazing on the Orient Express Memories of Santorini Siesta in Spain Top Down to California Cruising on the Danube Margaritas in Mexico Beachcombing in the Bahamas Love Affair in London Passion in Prague Once Again Boxed Sets Holiday in Paradise, Once Again Books 1 thru 3 Love on Vacation, Once Again Books 4 thru 6 Escape to Romance, Once Again Books 7 thru 9