After a painful divorce, Alex Harris seeks solace in the quiet seaside town of Willow Cove. There, she meets Jamie Reed, a local artist with a troubled past. Their connection deepens as they bond over long beach walks and shared passions for art and photography. But both carry hidden scars: Jamie is haunted by a childhood trauma, and Alex fears revealing the pain of her divorce.
When a sudden storm threatens the town's summer festival, Alex and Jamie work together, their relationship growing stronger. However, the unexpected arrival of Jamie's estranged father forces them to confront their deepest fears. As Alex opens up about her past, they find strength in each other.
Join Alex and Jamie on a journey of healing, love, and second chances in the heartwarming tale of Willow Cove.
As Dallas and Drayton navigate life in the spotlight, Spencer is navigating intense feelings for Nathan - her best friend's brother.
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Dallas and Drayton are planning their wedding, talking babies and learning how to navigate life in LA now that Drayton is a hotshot football player in the big leagues. Meanwhile, Spencer and Nathan are back at home in Colorado, coming to terms with their feelings for one another and learning how to co-parent with Grayson, the father of Spencer's daughter. Will the realities of adult life strengthen them - or will their relationships break?
[Sequel to The QB Bad Boy and Me]
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