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Houston homicide detective John O'Reilly is torn between two women. One is the woman he's loved without hope for years. The other carries his unborn child. Now, a man bent on revenge wants O'Reilly to choose, and any choice he makes could cost him everything.

Gutsy sheriff’s deputy Lanie Falconetti is determined not to repeat her mother’s mistakes in love. Her no-strings attached affair with John O’Reilly leads to an unexpected, but joyfully welcomed pregnancy. However, the shadow from John’s past threatens not only her chance at happiness, but her life and that of her unborn baby as well.

“What Mattered Most is one of those stories that twists your emotions . . . With her first book Linda Winfree knocks it out of the park.” – Melissa, Joyfully Reviewed

“The tension and suspense were perfect . . . a phenomenal piece of work from this author.” – Tera Cuskaden, The Romance Studio

“ . . . a highly charged tension grabber that locks onto the reader and does not let go until the conclusion . . . Linda Winfree develops incredible characters, a roller coaster ride of events and a great plot that makes this read extraordinary in every way . . . an explosive read.” – Cherokee, Coffee Time Romance

“ . . . the heart-breaking story of betrayal, pain and second chances . . . A strong emotional tale, head over to Samhain and pick up WHAT MATTERED MOST.” – Jennifer Bishop, Romance Reviews Today

“…an engrossing tale . . . I cheered for this couple. . . I could not put this book down and I know that anyone who reads it will find it as magnificent as I do.” – Tara Renee, Two Lips Reviews