Welcome to the heartwarming world of Waterford Farm, where love, laughter, family, friends—and rescue dogs—reign supreme. Trace Bancroft knows that second-chances are hard to come by, having spent fourteen years behind bars for a mistake that changed lives forever. Now released and seeking a fresh start and a quiet life, Trace returns to Bitter Bark with his loyal companion, Meatball. But fate—and maybe the Dogfather—has other plans when Trace crosses paths with veterinarian Molly Kilcannon, stirring memories of a shared night and the discovery of a daughter he never knew existed. As Meatball falls gravely ill, Molly knows she must put aside her feelings for Trace Bancroft and help his dog. But when Trace does the math and realizes teenaged Pru is his daughter, he feels deeply unworthy and shamed by his years in prison. With Molly’s help and growing love, Trace is finally able to find redemption and a second chance. But when the truth comes out, will the sins of the past put an end to a precious new family? The Dogfather Series – Family drama and sweet romances set at a dog refuge in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Determined that all of his adult children find forever love after he loses his wife of many years, the man they call “The Dogfather” sets out to play matchmaker. He’ll pull a few strings and make a few deals and enlist the help of some incredible dogs all to make sure there are fairy tail romances with happy endings for the entire Kilcannon clan. Sit…Stay…Beg – Book 1 New Leash on Life – Book 2 Leader of the Pack – Book 3 Santa Paws is Coming to Town – Book 4 Bad to the Bone – Book 5 Ruff Around the Edges – Book 6 Double Dog Dare – Book 7 Bark! The Herald Angels Sing – Book 8 Old Dog New Tricks – Book 9