Hearts on the Leash (EMERALD HARBOUR / IRISH COMMUNITY SELECTION)

One mischievous dog. One reluctant heroine. One handsome vet. Love never asked permission.
Orlaith Tierney has one goal: keep life simple.
Raise her niece. Build a quiet life. Avoid complicated men.
Then Dusty—her hopelessly romantic Australian Shepherd—falls head over paws for a dignified Shiba Inu on the Cobh promenade, dragging Orlaith into the orbit of the dog’s owner, Liam Hart.
Liam is kind, patient, and impossible to forget.
As tangled leads become shared walks, accidental dinners become something deeper, and a small Irish harbour town begins cheering them on, Orlaith must decide whether protecting her heart is worth losing the family she’s always dreamed of.
Filled with unforgettable dogs, witty Irish humour, found family, emotional healing, and a slow-burn romance that earns every heartbeat, Hearts on the Leash is a feel-good contemporary romance full of hope, laughter, and second chances.
Perfect for readers who love:
Small-town Irish romance
Slow-burn love stories
Single guardian heroine
Charming veterinarian hero
Dogs as matchmakers
Found family
Cozy seaside settings
Emotional yet uplifting romance