A single dad is determined to persuade the prickly woman of his dreams that they can be more than a fling in this heartwarming romance from New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne

Alexandra McKnight prefers a life of long workdays and short-term relationships, and shes found it in Hopes Crossing. Shes just been offered her dream job at an exclusive new restaurant being built in town. But when it comes to designing the kitchen, Alex finds herself getting up close and personal with construction foreman Sam Delgado.

At first glance, Sam seems perfect for Alex. Hes big, tough, gorgeousand only in town for a few weeks. But when Sam suddenly moves into a house down the road, Alex suspects that the devoted single father of a six-year-old boy wants more from her than shes willing to give. Now its up to Sam to help Alex see that, no matter what happened in her past, together they can build something more meaningful in Hopes Crossing.