Beckham James is my older brother’s best friend, a constant presence in my life from a young age. He was also my first crush, my unrequited love—and the one man I thought I could never have.

Until now…When I move back home to Sweetbriar, South Carolina after several years away, I have big plans. Plans to share my love of art to the community.

Plans to give back to the town that raised me and helped my family through a dark time. Plans that do not include Beckham.

Seeing him again after all these years stirs up feelings I thought I had gotten over. Feelings that tempt me to let go of my fears and go after what I have always wanted.

Ellery Brooks was never meant to be mine. She is my best friend’s younger sister.

The unwritten rule of friendship made her off-limits, so I did what I thought was best and walked away. Until now…Because Ellery has moved back home for good.

After a brief encounter at her brother’s house, I realize she is no longer the innocent little girl I once knew. That makes her dangerous.

Every look, every touch, makes it harder to fight this growing attraction. If I give in to temptation, will I finally find something worth holding onto, or will it destroy everything I hold dear?.