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A Lantern in the Dark
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03 March 2026

When nightmares followed him home, she became his refuge...
Aidan O'Brien is a decorated soldier with four combat tours and is now home, tormented by survivor's guilt after one particularly horrific day in Afghanistan. He's sworn he'll never marry, never put a woman or children through military life. Then Alanna Falk moves into the cottage next door. She's a brilliant psychologist specializing in PTSD, and his carefully constructed walls begin to crumble.
Alanna fled to the beach house seeking refuge from a stalker who won't let her go. The handgun in her desk drawer and the Louisville Slugger by her door are constant reminders of why she needs to disappear. She isn't prepared for her charming new Irish neighbor with vivid green eyes to destabilize everything she's rebuilt. When Aidan shows up unannounced on her deck, sparks fly between them.
As their connection ignites, these two wounded souls discover they might be exactly what the other needs. But when Aidan's demons resurface and Alanna's carefully guarded past becomes a very real danger, they'll discover if love is enough to break through the walls that have kept them safe for so long.
A sweeping coastal romance, perfect for fans of Jean Grainger and Tricia O'Malley.
"This book has it all. Humor, romance, love, family strength, military brotherhood, small town community... a wonderful combination of Irish meets Southern Belle... You won't be disappointed." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"This one knocked my socks off!!!... I thoroughly enjoyed the first book, and couldn't wait for this one to come out... There's so much feeling behind the author's words, and so much heart put into the characters... along with amazingly steamy sex with a HOT leading man!!!!" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"No review I leave will do it justice... beautifully written and will leave you wanting more... just like catching up with old friends." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"A thought-provoking novel... but also a steamy and touching love story... This was one of those books that got into my head... believable characters and a few saucy scenes that will leave you blushing!" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"At first I was nervous of book two being a let down after coming off such a high from book one.... In fact, it was impossible to put this book down!... Thank you Stacey Reynolds for writing with such raw and honest conviction. Thank you for making me fall in love with your writing, these stories and characters, and... the Irish!" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐