Three years ago, Iris Turner’s life fell apart when her father left, destroying her family along with her dreams of becoming a doctor. Now, on her 18th birthday, Iris is considering a questionable career – one that will bring her and her alcoholic mother the money they desperately need – but one she’s not sure she’s ready for.



That’s when Jameson Gray, the older boy who lived next door and used to look out for her and vanished without a trace when she needed him most, shows up again. But he’s no longer the boy he used to be. He’s a man now, and he’s offered to provide for Iris.



But years of taking care of herself and not trusting anyone, especially men, has Iris suspicious of this ghost from her past. But Jameson is assertive, strong, and stubborn in his intent, and the way he’s blossomed into a ruggedly handsome man doesn’t hurt either. And Iris quickly finds herself wondering if there is a reason this man showed up at this critical time in her life.