Steven Creed arrives in Stone Creek with his newly adopted son, Matt, ready to start anew away from the hustle and bustle of a corporate career. A distant cousin of the McKettricks, Steven has purchased a small ranch far away from his family in Colorado. He is looking to build a normal life for the two of them and realizes he and Matt have some serious relationship issues to muddle through. Steven's last love basically gave him an ultimatum -- her or Matt -- so out she went taking a little piece of his heart and a big chunk of trust in women.

In addition to running a small ranch, Steven was opening a law office in town, basically a pro bono practice for the down-trodden. Melissa O'Ballivan was the county prosecutor of this little town and, although it didn't seem a hotbed of activity, it gave her the sense of belonging she so needed. With a limited supply of eligible men, she was very aware of Matt and Steven's arrival in town. News of Steven Creed's pro bono plan immediately set off warning bells for Melissa who had little or no regard for do-gooders. But Melissa had some issues occupying her time, including worrying over the release of a young man who she had made sure spent time in jail for manslaughter. In a moment of weakness, she reluctantly agreed to chair the annual parade. Her siblings were busy with their lives and families and admittedly Melissa's social life was well - missing. When her last guy left, she realized losing his children hurt more than losing him. That was definitely her biological clock talking and she was going to be really careful before listening to it again. But meeting the Creed's was just enough to set her little world spinning again and, if she were honest with herself, her world was in need of some excitement. The attraction to the little boy was immediate and mutual. Matt was rather outspoken for a five year old and quickly stated his opinion that Melissa was an excellent choice for a new mother. Between keeping an eye on the current residents at her sisters Bed & Breakfast (which was proving to be quite an eyeful), her job as prosecutor, and her role as parade planner, Melissa's life had gone from serene to hectic.

This is the first installment in a three book series about the Creed cousins. As always, Miller has the touch needed to bring all the characters to life, flaws and all. It is a difficult task to find a favorite character to root for but in this story there are many who truly need a booster. Love comes in many forms, and A CREED IN STONE CREEK shows that in this little town there is never a shortage of love, commitment, and trust. A feel good story that begs for more.