There are many hard lessons to be learned in the sometimes brutal and sometimes unforgiving world of twelfth century England. Tom's spritual journey has taught him much about the necessity of turning from evil whenever possible and embracing forgiveness wherever offered. It is a lesson he must pass on, no matter how painful.

The Earl of Charlbury's favorite girls have an unexpected meeting with a mysterious visitor, necessitating action by the head of the family. "Taking Care of Business" is the name of Piers' game. He performs admirably ... thanks to his lady.

Real love demands more than emotion. Sometimes, it calls for sacrifice. In this missing chapter from Tom and Ellen's story, the magnitude of that sacrifice is esplored. It is not an easy story to read.

Promises are fragile gifts. This is the story of promises made and promises kept between two lovers who could never vow them publicly but always cherished them in their hearts. And who did honor them. Finally.

Triplets make Christmas truly magical — or they should. But sometimes, even more than the excitement of children is called for. Sometimes, the child in each of us needs to be addressed, as well. Merry Christmas to each of you - and Piers and Kate, as well

Passion always rules in the Crick household. In this companion piece to "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do," it leads Piers and Kate into dangerous territory. And back again.

Piers realizes there are emotional gaps in Kate's life that must be dealt with, and he is the man to do it.

Empathy is a two-way street - but sometimes that thoroughfare gets clogged in the place where Piers and Kate reside. This one is just for fun. Hope you'll laugh as much reading it as I did writing it.

Piers must confront an unsettling encounter with a most important someone from his past. Where is Kate when he needs her?

Petruchio and Kate discover a new facet to their relationship while attending a weekend retreat at Chequers.

Tom the Builder moves through his secret grief and the accompanying guilt and loss of hope and faith while hiding it from all but one. He finally emerges triumphant and prepared to follow his dream.