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About Montana Detour of the Heart

Released:  April 26, 2026

Her journey was mapped out. Her heart had other plans.

Fiona Walker has the perfect nomadic life. At thirty-two, she travels the American highways in her beloved van, blogging about her adventures. Freedom is her only destination—until her engine sputters to a halt on a quiet road outside Bozeman, Montana.

Enter Donovin Franklin. At forty-five, the steadfast restaurant owner has deep roots in the very town Fiona was just passing through. With a kind heart and a mechanic for a father, he offers her a helping hand and a spare room while her van gets fixed. What starts as a simple act of kindness becomes days of easy conversation, shared meals at his bar, Franklin's, and a growing, undeniable spark.

As Fiona gets to know the colorful locals—from Donovin's gruff but kind father, George, to the friendly staff at Franklin's—the open road begins to feel less like home. Donovin knows she's planning to leave, and he'll do anything to convince her to stay, even if it means a little secret about her repaired van.

In this heartwarming, clean romance perfect for fans of feel-good love stories, two people from different worlds discover that sometimes the best adventures aren't found on a map, but in the place—and the person—you least expect.

Features Include:
• A sweet, "closed-door" romantic comedy with all the emotion and none of the explicit content.
• Charming small-town Montana setting filled with memorable supporting characters.
• A slow-burn romance between a free-spirited traveler and a grounded hometown hero.
• Themes of finding home, trusting in new beginnings, and the magic of unexpected love.

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