Cassie Johnson has loved and lost, in more ways than one. While she is trying to make a new life for herself in San Diego, California, she unquestionably does not ever want to go through that kind of heartbreak again. Keeping people at arm's length and protecting her secret past are her sole purpose.

Trying to maintain a simple existence is not that difficult when you have a plan. That plan: go about your business without getting too much attention and don't get involved. That means she does not date! Anyone! That would require getting close to someone, which she refuses to do. She just can't... But what is she supposed to do when the perfect man is right in front of her?

Griffin Laroche is a wealthy, down-to-earth, businessman who likes to stay under the radar. He knows what it's like when people are only interested in you for your name or money. He isn't looking for a relationship, but can't help his growing feelings for the one woman who is not interested.

Can Griffin convince Cassie to give him a chance? Will her hidden past come back to destroy her? Will his?

A story about love, loss, and life...