Publisher's Synopsis
All Katarina wants is one night away from stressing over school. One night free from the constant bickering with her mom and stepdad. One night to cut loose and live a little. One night... that will destroy her innocence and change everything. Every day feels like a struggle, everyone casting their own judgments her way. Everyone... except James. With his easy smile and kind demeanor the young cafè owner swoops in just when it feels Katarina's world is crumbling around her. James wants nothing more than to be the pillar of strength Katarina needs, but dark secrets from his past have resurfaced and refuse to be ignored. With more to lose than ever, he realizes it's time to stop running and face the darkness that haunts him. Fighting through his own turmoil, James finds the strength to be her salvation when it feels the rest of the world has turned on her. During life's darkest trials, battered hearts can only be saved... by love. ***Mature themes that may be triggering for some readers.
