Sadie Johnston wasn’t planning to deliver her baby in the wilderness, but when she unexpectedly goes into labor while driving into town, it seems a good possibility. Spotting smoke, she forces her way into a ranch house not far from the road, determined to have her baby indoors. The quick-to-action owner delivers her child, sealing a place in their lives and in her heart. But after surviving an abusive relationship, she's not sure she’s willing to take the leap and trust. When Owen Judd helped Sadie birth her child, his life changed forever. He’s been running his family’s ranch, content with his work and books, never knowing what he was missing until the moment he first heard Jack cry. Months later, he’s still visiting them both, trying to earn Sadie’s trust and a place in their lives. But when Owen finally asks to court her, Sadie gets spooked, forcing Owen to hope their friendship blossoms into something more. He wants them in his life, but first, he needs to convince Sadie he’s someone she can take a chance on.