Where does this proclivity for unnecessary trouble come from? Yes, trouble. That’s what Jack is—giving mixed signals, having this brooding air surrounding him. His physical attraction lured me in, and as soon as he smiled and showed me a glimpse of a whole different side of him, I was a lost cause. -Emma
She needs to defeat her greatest fear.
He needs to overcome past trauma.
All it takes is a simple touch.
Only it’s not simple at all.
At twenty-eight, Emma is content with her life. A fulfilling job and a handful of friends are all she needs. She doesn’t even mind she’s single—unlike her mother, who keeps nagging and pushing her to settle down. But despite Emma’s best efforts, yet another disappointing encounter with a guy adds to her mile-long string of unfortunate relationships. So she vows to make better choices with men, and steering clear of them seems like the wisest decision.
