Amber:
Desperate to gain some control of my spiraling life, I made a reckless decision in the form of a 6'4 grumpy, tattooed man. A man that buys the storefront next door to mine three weeks later. Jake is infuriating, cocky, and burrowing his way under my skin. As tensions fly, so does a connection that surprises and terrifies me - one that might help us both.
The more I see behind his broody persona, the more I feel my restraint slipping. Our growing feelings could heal us both, but how do I keep the pain of my past from holding me back?
Jake:
Watching my best friend marry the love of his life only reminded me how empty mine feels. Everyone wants something from the quiet guy covered in ink - but no one stays long enough to see what's underneath.
When Amber storms into my world, all fire and sharp edges, I realize she's exactly what I didn't know I needed. Working side by side forces us into each other's orbit, and despite our differences, I see the pain behind her guarded eyes and the strength holding her together.
I'm falling for her, but how do I make her see she doesn't have to wander in the dark alone?