Stella left Waterbury a year ago, hoping distance would help her forget the twin brother she lost. But when circumstances force her back, she’s not prepared for the overwhelming emotions that come with returning home—and the unexpected connection with her brother’s best friend, Gray. They were never close, but shared grief has a way of sparking feelings neither of them saw coming.

Gray never thought much about Stella beyond being his best friend’s twin sister. But now that she’s back, he can’t ignore the spark that wasn’t there before. As they confront their shared loss, they realize their connection runs deeper than just memories of the past. But will their budding relationship survive when she’s planning to leave again?

A slow-burn, heart-wrenching romance about healing, love, and the ties that bind us, even when we least expect it.

HE WAS HER BROTHER’S BEST FRIEND—THE ONE PERSON SHE NEVER THOUGHT SHE’D LEAN ON.

Trigger Warnings: This book contains themes of grief, loss of a sibling, and emotional trauma.

Perfect for fans of: brother’s best friend, small-town romance, slow-burn, second chances, emotional healing, grief and love.