The passionate story of Tessa and Hardin continues as family secrets, deep betrayals, and career opportunities threaten to tear them apart.

REMOVED FOR PUBLISHING - RELEASE DATE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 ••• #1 AMAZON BESTSELLING NOVEL ••• When Paul Harris laid eyes on Ellie Caldwell the first day of high school, his heart stopped and never beat the same again. However, his best friend Lance spoke first and ended up with the girl. Paul watched them from the sidelines as he fell harder and harder, caught beneath rules of friendship and bro codes. Ellie secretly desired Paul, but he never made a move. Ten years later, Ellie is living in New York City, worlds away from her ex and the man her heart always craved. A New Years' resolution sends her back to the country, bringing Ellie face to face with her past. A forbidden love unfolds between a small town cowboy and a big city fashion designer. When time and distance are no longer excuses, secrets and broken promises come in between Paul and Ellie. All because of the one thing that has always stood in their way ... Lance Walton.