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The nurses stare as he exits the elevator on the Pediatric Unit. “Enter the handsome doctor.” Those are Doctor Caleb Winstone’s words as he steps off the elevator. Though he’s embarrassed, this Leo doctor rolls with the punches.
He’s returned home to join an older doctor in the practice. Before long he learns the new nurse manager of the unit is a woman he knows. Of all the women in the world, she is the la
He’s returned home to join an older doctor in the practice. Before long he learns the new nurse manager of the unit is a woman he knows. Of all the women in the world, she is the la
st one he wants to see. How can he manage to work daily with her? Before the day ends, he discovers his mother has decided who he should marry and the woman is quite willing. Not for him.
Suzanna Rollins is an Aquarian and now the guardian of her half-brother who was badly injured in a car accident. She takes the position as nurse manager of the Pediatric unit for several reasons. One is the move from the city re-unites her with college friends, the Grantley Gang. The other is for the excellent Rehab Center. On the day of her arrival, she encounters Caleb. What is he doing here and why? Can she work with the man she fell in and out of love with the night he offered her less than marriage?
Caleb’s interest in helping her half-brother gives them more together time than they imagined.
Suzanna Rollins is an Aquarian and now the guardian of her half-brother who was badly injured in a car accident. She takes the position as nurse manager of the Pediatric unit for several reasons. One is the move from the city re-unites her with college friends, the Grantley Gang. The other is for the excellent Rehab Center. On the day of her arrival, she encounters Caleb. What is he doing here and why? Can she work with the man she fell in and out of love with the night he offered her less than marriage?
Caleb’s interest in helping her half-brother gives them more together time than they imagined.
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2018
Format: Kindle Edition
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2018
Format: Kindle Edition
Walters demonstrates her knowledge of hospitals to make the story real, but does so skillfully without slowing down the read. For Dr. Caleb Winstone returning home means more than a new job and an awkward encounter, it also means his parents incessant demands for him to marry the woman of their choice. Nurse Practitioner Suzanna
Rollins hopes the move will help her brother whose healing from a car accident. To me some unresolved issues cost it a star, but it is still a worthwhile read and I recommend it and the other books in the series.
Rollins hopes the move will help her brother whose healing from a car accident. To me some unresolved issues cost it a star, but it is still a worthwhile read and I recommend it and the other books in the series.
Excerpt:
As Caleb Winstone rode the elevator to the fifth floor of
Eastlake Community, the familiar aromas shouting hospital engulfed him. Though
slightly different than the scents of his last placement, they smelled of
coming home. Exhaustion threatened to swamp him but he had places to visit and
things to accomplish before he sought sleep.
The indicator flashed five. The doors parted and he
stepped out to face the nurses’ station. A half dozen women stared and
collectively sighed.
“Enter the handsome doctor.”
Gasps and giggles greeted him.
Caleb felt his face heat. Had he really said that? He
considered a strategic retreat but the elevator doors had closed. Though he’d
been called handsome often enough, he had no reason for the blatant
announcement.
A burst of male laughter interrupted his swirling
thoughts. “Hello, Caleb. You certainly know how to make an entrance.” A tall
blond man rounded the end of the desk and offered his hand,
“Alex Carter, good to see you again.”
Alex clasped his hand. “Are you in town for good?”
“Looks that way. I’ve joined Joe Grogan’s practice.” Caleb
grinned. “Blame my announcement on jet lag. Arrived this morning from London where I spent three
months studying respiratory diseases in children.”
“Have you been home?”
Caleb shook his head. “Came straight here. Decided to
complete the paperwork and get my parking pass and then go to the office before
I go home. I’m meeting Joe at one thirty at the office. Actually, I’m in no
hurry to reach the stone mansion.”
Alex nodded. “Are they still upset over your career
choice?’
“Naturally. They equate my straying from the financial
sphere as a betrayal like they did when I chose swimming over football in high
school.”
“Shame. Let me introduce you to today’s crew. Alex walked
to the desk.
The nurses smiled. Were they hiding laughter? He felt sure
his appearance and words would make the rounds.
Alex grinned. “Ladies, this is Caleb Winstone the newest
addition to our staff. He’s joining Dr. Joe and vying for the handsome doctor
award.”
Caleb shook his head. Years ago Alex had been a tease. His
first wife’s behavior had soured him. The second marriage had brought a welcome
change. “I’ll get you.”
Alex mentioned name after name until they reached the tall
brunette at the end of the desk. Her lab coat marked her as the unit’s nurse
manager.
“Caleb, Jenessa Bradshaw, acting nurse manager. Her
husband is Director of Nursing.”
“Glad to meet you,” Caleb said. “Sorry about the grand
entrance.”
She laughed. “You said what we were thinking.”
“Don’t encourage him,” Alex said. “Half the girls in high
school followed him around.”
“The other half followed you.” Caleb turned to Jenessa.
“Why are you just acting nurse manager?”
“Our newly hired one was to start two months ago but a
family emergency intervened. She’s starting on Monday.”
“She must be special.”
“She is. She’s a nurse practitioner.”
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LOL - vying for the handsomest Dr award. Actually made me smile.
ReplyDeleteWhat comes next has me hooked and what happened in the first place between the two? Good job. Enjoyed the read. Good Luck!
ReplyDeleteNice hook, Janet. I bet the new nurse is special all right. He'll soon find out.
ReplyDeleteAlthough you spent not one word describing your hero, I'm sure every reader has a firm picture of him in mind.
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