The General Store Legacy: The Ivey Family Stories

"A warmhearted series about family, friendship and hope with the trials and triumphs of having them all." A young, single professional, Alyx faces a life-changing family obligation. A provision in her grandmother's old Will requires the family to retain ownership of her general store. As the oldest member of her generation, it will soon be Alyx's turn to shoulder that responsibility. During her summer break from teaching, she travels from her Montana home to Indiana to see the store for the first time. In the small town of Willowdale, she's seen as an outsider but meets several residents dealing with challenges of their own. One of them is a high school senior. He reaches for a life-long goal and is misunderstood by his peers. Two are sisters who must come to terms with a tragic accident, but they struggle to find their way forward. If Alyx can earn their trust, will they accept her help? When the town suffers a devastating loss, Alyx is joined by a handsome new friend to help the most vulnerable residents. She doesn't realize he's burdened by a family obligation of his own. But unlike her, he refuses to accept it and sets in motion a plan that could set him free.