Book excerpt: A decade of lies. A second chance at love. Izzie Anderson was on top of the world at seventeen, a pop superstar with Tristan Knight, her childhood best friend and first love, by her side. He wrote the songs that fueled her rise to fame, but one devastating secret tore them apart—forcing Tristan to walk away. Ten years later, Izzie’s life has fallen apart again. Her son’s life hangs in the balance, and only Tristan can save him. Arthur is Tristan’s son, a fact Izzie was forced to keep hidden to protect him. Now, she must confront her past and beg Tristan to help—the one man she never stopped loving, despite the lies. Tristan has built a new life as a successful restaurant owner, far away from the chaos of Izzie’s celebrity world. But when she reappears, all the feelings he buried come rushing back. Can they heal the wounds from the past, or will the betrayal be too much to overcome? This steamy, emotional second-chance romance will have readers of Kylie Scott, Vi Keeland, and Juliette N. Banks swooning. Izzie and Tristan’s journey of redemption, passion, and healing will captivate anyone who loves heart-wrenching, high-stakes romance. Dive into this powerful story of love, loss, and second chances today. No cheating. No cliffhangers. Just an unforgettable romance with a satisfying happily-ever-after.