In the small town of Spring Bluff, Montana, Cleo Jones is determined to start fresh, leaving behind a past scarred by tragedy and heartbreak. But, when she inherits her late brother-in-law’s childhood home, Cleo finds herself face-to-face with Win Harrington, a former soldier and her late brother-in-law’s best friend.

Despite Cleo’s reluctance to trust again after her abusive marriage, her strength and resilience captivate Win. As he begins to chip away at her defenses, a break-in at Cleo’s home reveals a dangerous secret that ties their pasts together. With Win’s help, Cleo embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about her parents’ untimely death and the operation that threatens her life.

As they navigate danger and deception, Cleo and Win’s bond deepens, igniting a love neither expected. However, will their newfound happiness withstand the shadows of the past? In this gripping tale of love and loss, Cleo and Win discover that sometimes, even those who have faced the darkest of nights can find a new dawn of love and hope.