Life alone has always been a struggle, but Nicole knows it better than most. Her mother disappearing fifteen years ago left her empty, longing for a connection she could never reach with her aunt, who reluctantly took her in all those years ago. But, now that her aunt is expecting her fifth child, there's no longer room for Nicole and she's being tossed out as soon as the baby's born. Unfortunately, she now has to rearrange her life, rethink her plan. A plan to find her mother, rekindle with the woman she's been yearning to see. But, with the baby coming sooner than later, Nicole has to juggle many things at once. Most importantly, she has to cut back her hours volunteering at the hospital, the only thing she really loves doing, just to find a job. Because if she doesn't, she's homeless. But, when Noah Roberts, a handsome but annoying stranger invades her territory at the hospital things take a dangerous turn. One tragic event brings them closer together and they form an alliance. You help me, I help you. Nicole set out to kill two birds with one stone, but she didn't expect Noah to ignite a fire deep within her. She damn sure didn't expect to fall for him. But, Noah will make you raise your expectations.