Amelia Taylor thought she’d found her fresh start in a small town, trading the chaos of LA for the charm of a quiet life as a novelist and motelier. Enter Nathan Hart—a guest who’s as infuriating as he is irresistible. Their initial sparks of animosity seem straight out of one of Amelia’s favorite romance tropes. But this isn’t fiction; Nathan carries real scars, and the walls around his heart are more fortress than façade.
When their fiery exchanges cool into hesitant friendship, a deeper connection begins to simmer. Yet, facing their own pasts—and each other’s truths—takes a courage that no trope can promise. Will risking their hearts lead to the happily-ever-after they both crave—or to heartbreak? Find out in this poignant tale of love and redemption.
