Against All Odds (Ember Falls Book 3)

Why We Recommend It

If you’re hooked on second-chance romances that blend heartache with unwavering warmth, Corinne Michaels’ Against All Odds is a page-turner that will wrap you in emotional comfort.

The third installment in the Ember Falls series centers on a love rebuilt from life’s ruins: a woman, reeling from her ex-husband’s betrayal, returns to her hometown and reconnects with Everett, her first love and the one she never truly forgot. Just as old feelings reignite, a shocking pregnancy—with her ex’s child—throws everything into chaos. While her ex rejects the baby, Everett stands firm, offering love that embraces her, the child, and all her broken pieces. Yet, reality pulls them apart: she must return to California, and he can’t leave Ember Falls, adding layers of tension to their already fragile bond.

Michaels, a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, weaves beloved romance tropes—second chances, “not his baby,” small-town warmth—into a tale that balances heartbreak with healing, spiced with just the right touch of humor and resilience. Topping Western romance charts with a 4.5/5 rating, it’s a testament to love that doesn’t falter because it’s “unearned”; instead, it grows stronger amid adversity. Whether you’re a series fan or new to her work, this story of forgiveness, acceptance, and courage will resonate deeply, reminding you that love thrives even against all odds.