A Light in the Dark

The Ashbrooks Book 5

By: M.A. Nichols

Narrated by: Madeleine Brolly

A prodigal son hoping for redemption. A virtuous lady with a tattered reputation. Both fear the future, but together, they might find the peace they crave.

When Hazel Potts received a large inheritance from a friend, she knew her life would change—though she thought it would be for the better. But as people begin to whisper concerning the nature of her relationship with that gentleman, Hazel’s reputation quickly begins to tatter. Longing for freedom, she dreams of a life away from gossip and judgment, but between her fears and her duty to her family, she is trapped and unable to find a way forward.

Lucas Ashbrook knows a thing or two about shattered reputations.

When he ruined a young lady nine years ago, it was his younger brother who agreed to marry her. Ostracized from his family, Lucas escaped to America and found nothing but heartache. Now a changed man, he returns home in hopes that he can heal the damage he’s done, but when his brother only sees betrayal and deceit and the rest of the town sees only the cavalier wastrel he once was, Lucas struggles with balancing the man he was with the man he is now.

The prodigal son can change, can’t he?

Two souls not looking for love, but when they stumble upon one another, they discover a new possibility they never considered. In each other, they find solace, understanding, and perhaps, a chance to rewrite their narratives—but only if Hazel and Lucas dare to defy expectations and dare to dream of something better.

Will fear dictate their futures? Or will they find the love and acceptance they seek?

©2024 M.A. Nichols (P)2025 M.A. Nichols

MY FAVORITE SO FAR

I always enjoy M.A Nichols books and have read all of those she's published so far, and to my pleasant surprise, this book is my favorite yet.

I think what makes this book my favorite is the well-written redemption of the main character. I won't go into details so I don't spoil anything, but I've already listened to book a few times since recently purchasing it because I really like the characters and story very much.

Can't wait until the next book comes out!

Beautiful story of redemption

Definitely one my new favorite from M.A Nichols. She made me love a character that I previously detested from another book in the series.

I love this!

This is my favorite of her books. I didn't think she could make me like Lucas after The Honorable Choice, but I do!

Story of redemption that tugged at my heartstrings!

What a gripping story! Well crafted and utterly engaging! Tears of pure joy by the end. Narrator is one of the best in the business!