At age seven, Susan and best friend Paula made grand plans for their lives. But when Paula died on her birthday, Susan blamed herself and refused to let anyone get close to her. As an adult, Susan has achieved almost everything she and Paula said they would, except for having happiness in her life.

When something fishy happens at work, Susan has to leave town fast, staying on the run until she's told all is safe. She ends up in her hometown of Grand Rapids to visit her uncle. One evening, while staring into a fountain, her beloved Mustang is hit. Unbeknownst to Susan, that accident is the beginning of a wonderful relationship.

Susan fills a void in Max and Sam's lives after the loss of their daughter, and they become honorary parents. When Susan meets one of their twin nephews, Colin, an attraction is definitely in the air. But she's confused by his changes in mood -- one time he's nice but distant and cool, the next time he's hot-blooded.

Her last school assembly happens to be in Colin's hometown of New Orleans. They finally consummate their relationship, and even though Susan is in her 30s, it's her first time. The next morning Susan sees Colin leave the house with a girl stuck to his side. She leaves New Orleans without a word to anyone, but eight months later, she calls Sam and Max to her side.

When they arrive at the hospital, they bring Colin and his twin, Colton, with them. One of the brothers is told he's going to be a father, not to one, but three babies. Now he has to prove his love to Susan and convince her to marry him.

THIS ONE IS MINE is a wonderful story of learning to trust again and taking a chance on love. The characters are strong people who make great differences in each other's lives. A good read.