The Gift of Rose

Paul Gregory's son, Nick, is a magnet for trouble. As Nick's problems begin to unfold, Paul is grateful for the gift of Rose, for his daughter is as trouble-free as his son is trouble-prone. Activity begins in southeast Louisiana where Paul runs his fashionable saloon/restaurant and also where Rose begins her studies at the University of New Orleans. She is attracted to the son of one of Paul's natural enemies, who offers her more than platonic friendship. Fast moving events will keep readers engrossed as Rose's life is in jeopardy and she must find the inner strength to save herself. Paul's fears are almost realized while Rose struggles with the age-old dilemma of romantic love versus familial loyalty.