How much of her generosity was simply because she felt bad for him? And how much was because she felt something else? Doctor Ryder Wallace is on a mission to plant trees and slow climate change. All he needs is more money to keep his initiatives going. Fortunately, Ryder has a meeting with a philanthropist to plead for funding. What he doesn't have is a significant other. According to an article he's read about this investor, he's going to need one in order to convince the man to fork over the dollars. Problem is, Ryder can't talk to women like his charming brother can. How is he supposed to build a relationship in time for the meeting that could save his life's work? After tragedy strikes on his way to Vermont, Ryder finds exactly what he needs. Her name is Brooke Rayhill. Compassionate, generous, and able to turn him on even when his heart is broken, Brooke is a ray of sunshine in a stormy time. When she agrees to be his fake fiancée, Ryder's mission is back on track. But not everyone is thrilled with Ryder's plans to save the planet. A random accident doesn't seem so random anymore, and being with Ryder puts Brooke in danger. What she feels for him, however, runs deep into the soil. She's not ready to dig it up and throw it all away. Is one kind tree enough to make love grow lasting roots? One Kind Tree is a fake-relationship, forced-proximity, small-town, contemporary romance that features a scientist hero trying to save the world and a photographer heroine eager to see what develops between them. The One Kind Deed Series, contemporary romance "The town, the people, the love story... a perfect romance." Other Series by Christine DePetrillo The Maple Leaf Series, contemporary romance "Fears, pride, love, passion ~ beautifully woven together with substance and depth." The Warrior Wolves Series, paranormal romance "Full of memorable characters with a solid plot and plenty of passion."