Love in Dooncarra
A complete 6-book series with a free prequel novel!
- Small-town Irish charm, big-hearted romance -
Welcome to Dooncarra, a charming Irish village where love blooms, secrets unravel, and second chances abound. In this heartwarming small-town romance series, Maeve McBride brings you stories filled with endearing characters, unexpected connections, and the enduring magic of community.
Whether it’s rekindling lost love, finding home in unexpected places, or discovering that sometimes the best love stories are the ones you didn’t see coming, Love in Dooncarra invites you to fall in love with its unforgettable characters and the enchanting village they call home.
A determined historian and a gruff local learn that love—like history—is worth preserving.
When historian Clare Donnelly arrives in the idyllic Irish village of Dooncarra, she’s eager to prove herself by cataloging the town’s archives. But when she stumbles upon a set of forgotten 1940s love letters, her quest for answers puts her at odds with Eoin Murphy, the gruff and guarded local historian who believes some stories are best left untold.
As they work side by side in the archives, their clashing personalities give way to a slow-burn connection, and Clare begins to see that some histories aren’t just worth preserving—they’re worth fighting for.
A fake engagement, a small-town secret, and an unexpected spark in Dooncarra!
Niamh Kelly’s gift shop needs a miracle. Fast. When grumpy pub owner Darragh O’Sullivan comes knocking with a problem of his own, he offers the perfect solution: a fake engagement. He needs to impress the bank to save his family’s pub, and she could use the publicity boost. What could possibly go wrong?
When the lines between real and pretend blur, Niamh and Darragh have to decide: is love worth the risk, or should they call it quits before someone gets hurt? The Pub Owner’s Proposal is a warm, funny, small-town romance about unexpected love and second chances.
She’s rebuilding her life. He’s ready to rebuild her trust.
Eimear Walsh never thought she’d return to Willowbridge Inn—not after leaving her high school sweetheart and the town’s whispers behind. But newly divorced and determined to start fresh, she’s back to take over her family’s inn. There’s just one problem: the place is falling apart.
Enter Aidan Flynn, the boy she left behind who’s now the town’s go-to contractor. When Eimear hires Aidan to renovate the inn, old wounds resurface alongside the paint and plaster. Aidan is eager to help, not just with the repairs but with rebuilding the trust they lost years ago.
Forced to work together, love was never part of the plan!
Siobhán O’Hare has planned hundreds of weddings, but none as challenging as this one. When James Fitzpatrick, a grumpy Dublin lawyer, arrives in Dooncarra to oversee his sister’s wedding, their personalities clash like thunder and lightning. She’s creative and spontaneous; he’s by-the-book and unyielding.
Forced to work together at the bride’s insistence, Siobhán and James lock horns over every detail, from the flowers to the playlist. But when a sudden storm damages the venue, their bickering turns into teamwork as they scramble to save the big day. Somewhere between heated arguments and stolen glances, their sharp banter begins to shift into undeniable chemistry.
A shared snowstorm, a rekindled passion, and a love worth the wait!
Orla Keane, ever-optimistic primary school teacher, never expected to be snowed in with a brooding stranger. But when a winter storm sweeps through Dooncarra, she finds herself stranded alongside Ronan Hayes, a reclusive musician hiding out in a cottage on the edge of town. Determined to lift his spirits, Orla’s warmth and charm clash with Ronan’s icy reserve.
As the snow piles up outside, so do the unspoken truths between them. Orla’s relentless cheer begins to melt Ronan’s defenses, coaxing him to rediscover his love for music. From snowball fights to late-night confessions, the two opposites find themselves drawn to one another in ways neither expected.
Two friends, one festival, and a love story in full bloom!
In the charming Irish village of Dooncarra, love is about to take root under the golden glow of harvest.
Liam Callahan, the quiet and steadfast owner of Dooncarra's organic farm, always preferred the comfort of his fields to the chaos of the town square. But when his bold and vivacious best friend, Maeve O’Sullivan, ropes him into organizing the annual harvest festival, Liam finds himself drawn out of his comfort zone—and straight into Maeve’s orbit in ways he never expected.
Two opposites, one wedding, and a love neither saw coming!
In the heart of Ireland, a wedding brings together two opposites—and sparks an unexpected love story.
Free-spirited florist Ciara O’Leary thrives on creativity and chaos, her floral arrangements as bold and unpredictable as her personality. When she’s asked to handle the flowers for her cousin Niamh’s wedding, Ciara’s more than happy to oblige. But there’s a catch: she’ll have to work with Aidan Byrne, the stoic and disciplined best man who’s determined to keep everything running like clockwork.
3 books in 1!
Volume 1 contains:
The Pub Owner’s Proposal (Book 1)
Hearts Under Renovation (Book 2)
Wedding Bells and Bickering (Book 3)
Volume 2 contains:
A Song for Orla (Book 4)
Harvest Moon Promises (Book 5)
A Vow to Remember (Book 6)
6 books in 1!
Love in Dooncarra Boxset contains:
The Pub Owner’s Proposal (Book 1)
Hearts Under Renovation (Book 2)
Wedding Bells and Bickering (Book 3)
A Song for Orla (Book 4)
Harvest Moon Promises (Book 5)
A Vow to Remember (Book 6)