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Shadows of the Past
At eighteen, Amanda Monroe fell deeply in love with Nathan Collins, a humble ranch hand on her father’s grand estate. Their connection was pure, but everything changed when Amanda found herself pregnant with another man's child, despite never being intimate with Nathan. Devastated and feeling betrayed, Nathan left the estate, heartbroken and vowing never to return.
Eight years later, Nathan is no longer the poor ranch hand he once was. He’s built his own fortune, rising above the pain of his past. But when fate brings him back to the Monroe estate, now fallen into ruin after Amanda’s father squandered away its fortune, Nathan seizes the opportunity to reclaim what was once his, both the land and the woman he once loved.
Amanda, now alone and broken after the stillbirth of her child and the death of her father, is forced to accept Nathan’s offer to become the housekeeper of the estate she once called home. Bitter and hurt by Nathan’s abandonment, she resents the man he’s become, unaware that he’s still haunted by the love he once felt for her.
But when Nathan uncovers the dark truth behind Amanda’s pregnancy, his perspective shifts. The betrayal he once felt turns into deep remorse as he learns of the trauma Amanda endured, manipulated and victimized by those closest to her. Now, Nathan must prove to Amanda that he’s no longer the man who walked away, but someone worthy of her love and trust. However, Amanda’s walls are high, and forgiveness won’t come easy.
Shadows of the Past is a story of love, redemption, and the fight to heal from wounds that cut deep. Can Nathan and Amanda move beyond the scars of their past and find a way back to each other, or will their unresolved pain keep them apart forever?
Eight years later, Nathan is no longer the poor ranch hand he once was. He’s built his own fortune, rising above the pain of his past. But when fate brings him back to the Monroe estate, now fallen into ruin after Amanda’s father squandered away its fortune, Nathan seizes the opportunity to reclaim what was once his, both the land and the woman he once loved.
Amanda, now alone and broken after the stillbirth of her child and the death of her father, is forced to accept Nathan’s offer to become the housekeeper of the estate she once called home. Bitter and hurt by Nathan’s abandonment, she resents the man he’s become, unaware that he’s still haunted by the love he once felt for her.
But when Nathan uncovers the dark truth behind Amanda’s pregnancy, his perspective shifts. The betrayal he once felt turns into deep remorse as he learns of the trauma Amanda endured, manipulated and victimized by those closest to her. Now, Nathan must prove to Amanda that he’s no longer the man who walked away, but someone worthy of her love and trust. However, Amanda’s walls are high, and forgiveness won’t come easy.
Shadows of the Past is a story of love, redemption, and the fight to heal from wounds that cut deep. Can Nathan and Amanda move beyond the scars of their past and find a way back to each other, or will their unresolved pain keep them apart forever?
212 pages, Paperback
Published February 27, 2025
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Alison Reid
62 books16 followersAlison Reid writes contemporary and small-town romance filled with heart, passion, and second-chance love stories. Her novels feature strong heroines, irresistible heroes, and the happily-ever-afters readers adore.
Before turning her love of storytelling into a publishing career, Alison spent thirty-five years working as an engineer—proof that happily-ever-afters can be built as carefully as any blueprint. She began writing as a hobby during the COVID lockdowns and quickly discovered a passion she couldn’t ignore.
Alison is happily married, has two grown children, and shares her home with two beautiful dogs who are convinced they deserve to be her main characters. When she’s not writing, she enjoys reading, spending time with her family, and imagining new love stories. She hopes her books give readers a few hours of escape, joy, and swoon-worthy romance they won’t soon forget.
Before turning her love of storytelling into a publishing career, Alison spent thirty-five years working as an engineer—proof that happily-ever-afters can be built as carefully as any blueprint. She began writing as a hobby during the COVID lockdowns and quickly discovered a passion she couldn’t ignore.
Alison is happily married, has two grown children, and shares her home with two beautiful dogs who are convinced they deserve to be her main characters. When she’s not writing, she enjoys reading, spending time with her family, and imagining new love stories. She hopes her books give readers a few hours of escape, joy, and swoon-worthy romance they won’t soon forget.
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October 10, 2025
Amanda and Nathan’s story is as haunting as it is powerful. Two souls torn apart by secrets and lies, only to be brought back together by fate and truth. The chemistry between them is undeniable, even beneath years of pain and resentment.
Amanda’s strength and resilience make her a heroine you can’t help but root for, while Nathan’s journey from bitterness to understanding is both raw and deeply moving. The slow unravelling of the dark truth behind Amanda’s past keeps you gripped, and the tender moments of healing between them bring tears and hope in equal measure.
Amanda’s strength and resilience make her a heroine you can’t help but root for, while Nathan’s journey from bitterness to understanding is both raw and deeply moving. The slow unravelling of the dark truth behind Amanda’s past keeps you gripped, and the tender moments of healing between them bring tears and hope in equal measure.
February 17, 2026
I didn’t think Nathan would be able to redeem himself. But I think he did it with style.
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