Hosea Thompson lives life unapologetically. The fun-loving, carefree bachelor isnât too quick to attach himself to responsibilities or relationships after the woman he loved left without saying goodbye. Focused only on his family, friends, and funds, Hosea finds it difficult to remain detached when
tragedy plants an unexpected houseguest at his front door.
When Cartier Williams witnesses a crime and has to return to her hometown, thereâs only one person she wants to stay withâHosea. Years have passed since they first met, and Cartier isnât the fragile, awkward teenaged girl she used to be.
Instead, sheâs a woman in need of safety, security, and a man worthy of her submission.
What starts out as kindred spirits experiencing each other as adults quickly morphs into a more intimate exchange. One that has Hosea wanting to retrieve his heart from his ex. Thereâs only one problem between the consenting adults, and thatâs the expiration date on Cartierâs trip. As soon as itâs safe
to return home, Cartier plans to leave ⊠even if that means taking Hoseaâs already broken heart with her.