Naomi Witt’s life falls apart in Knockemout, Virginia—a town as rough as its name suggests. Abandoned by her conniving twin and saddled with an 11-year-old niece she didn’t know existed, Naomi’s left with no car, no money, and no idea how to rebuild.
Enter Knox Morgan, the gruff, no-nonsense barber who prefers solitude over drama. But when Naomi’s troubles take a dangerous turn, Knox reluctantly steps in, determined to protect her and the niece who’s turning the town upside down.
What begins as an act of grudging kindness spirals into a deeper connection as Knox’s quiet world collides with Naomi’s chaotic one. But with danger lurking, will they be able to hold onto the fragile hope they’ve found—or will the past tear them apart?
