It took me just over a day to get thru this book and I enjoyed it every step of the way. It's emotion-packed as Julia has to deal with her past and decide if she's ready to take the chance on moving forward. She's afraid, for obvious reasons, but has to realize that you can't really live life in fear. Back in her old town, face-to-face with friends and family, has her taking stock but also brings some surprises in the super-fine form of the town's hunky sheriff.

Chase is just about perfect. He's sexy and strong, but also loving and tender with his daughter and his friends. There's also his amazing patience and insight into handling Julia as she works on her issues. He's had feelings for her for years and isn't going to miss out on his chance to convince her to stay, even if it means they have to battle some old ghosts together.

I will say that there were a few continuity issues - timing seemed a little weird, a one sentence mention of Chase's ex that didn't make sense in context, things like that. This was an advance copy so it may have been cleaned up in editing but if not I don't think it will be a big deal for most. This didn't really bother me all that much but I know that it will bug some people so I thought I should at least mention it :)

Julia's journey to let go of the past and move toward a satisfying future makes for a touching story, keeping your heart humming until the very end.

(I voluntarily read a Review Copy of this book. All opinions stated are solely my own and no one else’s.)