Holding Onto Hope

From Jody Kaye, bestselling author and the creator of the Kingsbrier Quintuplets, comes Holding Onto Hope, the follow-up short story to Splinter of Hope. Fear and doubt strain Trig and Kimber’s relationship as they struggle to conceive a second baby. Will getting pregnant be what saves their marriage?


—Trig—

Sometimes you can’t give the people you love everything they want no matter how hard you try. Other times, people need more of you than you’re capable of giving. I’m at a crossroads between my wants and their needs. 

Kimber and I haven’t been able to grow our family, and the clock is winding down.

My friendship with Jake is becoming a nightmare. Convinced everyone has it better than he does, my partner can’t see the damage he’s inflicting on himself and those around us.

Forced to choose, I’m holding onto hope that it’s never too late.


Set in small town North Carolina, the continuation of Kimber & Trig’s love story is perfect for readers who love steamy contemporary romance books with all the angst. A marriage in crisis, infertility romance, Holding onto Hope is the fourth in the southern small town North Carolina Shattered Hearts of Carolina Series and has a guaranteed happily ever after.   (Please Note: This book contains other sensitive scenarios that may trigger readers.)


The Shattered Hearts of Carolina Series Best Binge-read Experience:

Book 1: Splinter of Hope

Book 2: Shred of Decency

Book 3: Sliver of Truth

Book 4: Holding onto Hope

Book 5: Home Wrecker

Book 6: Deep Gap

Book 7: Bleeding Heart

A complimentary ebook copy of Splinter of Hope is available on this and the author’s website.


With strength and determination to overcome the odds, be prepared for the Mill Girls’ thought-provoking love stories to tear at your heartstrings and their friendships to weave their way into your soul!