The Deputy’s Second Chance

By Brenda Harlen

On Sale: 2/24/2026
From Army Ranger to deputy to…daddy? 

Two years ago, Flynn Chandler was medevac’d home from a covert military assignment. Now, the rancher and part-time deputy lives a solitary life as he struggles to overcome his past. When Megan Wheeler and her daughter, Emma, gently step into his world, they unexpectedly fill an emptiness inside him. As Flynn reluctantly falls for them, he wonders how far he’s willing to let himself go. 

Meg doesn’t believe in second chances. After her abusive marriage, the widowed single mom carries scars that make trusting anyone with her heart feel impossible. But Meg’s no-pressure friendship with Flynn brings her comfort and…happiness. Maybe this time is different. Maybe this time, love is the only risk worth taking. 

From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.

The Cowboys of Whispering Canyon

Book 1: The Rancher’s Temptation
Book 2: The Deputy’s Second Chance
Book 3: The Soldier’s Surprise Homecoming
ISBN: 9780369773487
Imprint: Harlequin Special Edition
On Sale: Feb 24, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 272
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Western
BISAC 2: FICTION / Small Town & Rural *
BISAC 3: FICTION / Romance / Military
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Brenda Harlen

Biography

Brenda Harlen is a multi-award winning author for Harlequin Special Edition who has written over 25 books for the company.

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<strong>From Army Ranger to deputy to…daddy? </strong><br><br> Two years ago, Flynn Chandler was medevac’d home from a covert military assignment. Now, the rancher and part-time deputy lives a solitary life as he struggles to overcome his past. When Megan Wheeler and her daughter, Emma, gently step into his world, they unexpectedly fill an emptiness inside him. As Flynn reluctantly falls for them, he wonders how far he’s willing to let himself go. <br><br> Meg doesn’t believe in second chances. After her abusive marriage, the widowed single mom carries scars that make trusting anyone with her heart feel impossible. But Meg’s no-pressure friendship with Flynn brings her comfort and…happiness. Maybe this time is different. Maybe this time, love is the only risk worth taking. <br><br><strong>From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.</strong><br><br><strong>The Cowboys of Whispering Canyon</strong><br><br>Book 1: <i>The Rancher’s Temptation</i><br>Book 2: <i>The Deputy’s Second Chance</i><br>Book 3: <i>The Soldier’s Surprise Homecoming</i>

ISBN: 9780369773487
Imprint: Harlequin Special Edition
On Sale: Feb 24, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 272
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Western
BISAC 2: FICTION / Small Town & Rural *
BISAC 3: FICTION / Romance / Military
BISAC 4:
BISAC 5:

Brenda Harlen

Biography

<p>Brenda Harlen is a multi-award winning author for Harlequin Special Edition who has written over 25 books for the company.</p>gt;