From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Helena Hunting comes an evocative small-town romance about family loyalty, finding oneself, and falling in love.
When Dillion Stitch left her hometown, she had no intention of going back. But when her brother gets into trouble, Dillion reluctantly agrees to return home to take her place at the family business.
Being back in Pearl Lake after all these years feels familiar but also brings a few surprises. Shes quick to notice that someone new has shown up at the cottage next door. Dillion gets more than an eyeful when she goes to check out the newcomer and meets Donovan Van Firestoneher beloved neighbors grandsonin all his unclothed glory.
Having gotten off to a rocky start, its not long before they begin bickering with each other all over town. All that back-and-forth inevitably sparks an undeniable attraction. But Dillions family has issues, Vans family resents him, and neither Dillion nor Van feels truly at ease in the small town. For these Pearl Lake exiles, home isnt just where the heart isits where things get complicated.
