Haunted by a sense of guilt over her husband’s untimely demise, Emmie never had the chance to mourn properly. Driven by a desire to escape her past, she sets her sights on New York’s prestigious art school, swearing off men entirely. Little did she know, her resolution would be challenged by her irresistibly charismatic landlord, Colin.
A man whose trust had been repeatedly shattered, Colin lived in a world where it was easier to trust no one. Then, Emmie came into his life. The fact that she showed no interest in him only stoked the flames of his desire. As a man used to getting his way, Colin was captivated, but much to his frustration, he accidentally let himself start to care for her.
As Emmie wrestles with her guarded heart and hidden secrets, will Colin’s relentless pursuit prove to be too much? Embark on a captivating journey of love, resilience, and redemption in a world where the heart wants what it wants.