Cassie Blake has spent her whole life building walls—around her heart, her dreams, and her future. With a mom lost to addiction and a father who walked out before she learned how to ride a bike, Cassie’s learned the hard way that relying on anyone but herself only leads to disappointment. She’s determined to carve out a better life, even if that means pushing everyone away—especially guys like Jace McKinley.

Jace has a reputation—reckless choices and no strings attached. But behind the charm and bad-boy smile is someone who sees Cassie for who she is. He sees past her guarded exterior and wants more than just a chance—he wants all of her. But Jace is hiding something. A secret that could break the fragile trust Cassie is starting to give him—or finally set them both free.