Jennifer Carter has spent her entire life alone, and at 55, she’s perfectly content with that. As the beloved librarian of Lorikeet Bay, she finds comfort in her books, the quiet charm of small-town life, and her role in the community. Love was never in the cards for her—not that she ever minded much. Chris Dalton has spent decades protecting Lorikeet Bay as its steadfast sheriff. He’s dedicated, dependable, and convinced he’s too set in his ways for romance. But when his troubled 15-year-old nephew, Luke, unexpectedly arrives after a falling out with his mother, Chris finds himself in uncharted waters. Jennifer and Chris have always shared a friendly respect, but when Luke is caught vandalizing the town library, their lives become unexpectedly entwined. As Chris assigns Luke to work off his debt under Jennifer’s watchful eye, the three of them begin to form an unlikely bond. Jennifer sees the lost boy behind Luke’s tough exterior, while Chris struggles to connect with the nephew he barely knows. As weeks turn into months, shared meals, laughter, and late-night talks begin to blur the lines between duty and something more. Jennifer never expected to find love at this stage of her life, and Chris never thought he needed anything beyond his badge. But as they help Luke find his way, they might just find their own second chance at happiness—if they’re willing to take it.