At twelve years old, I was torn from my family.
At fourteen I met her: my reason to draw breath.
One look into Everly Williams's big brown eyes and I knew I'd do anything to protect her. And for eight years I did. She was my world. My best friend.
But afraid I'd lose her, I held on too tight. Became a dark cloud blocking her sun. So I did what I needed to, and walked away. I hurt us both.
Now I'm home, and need Everly back in my life. Only everything is different. We're different. My body burns for her when she's near. And after one explosive kiss, I know she feels it too. I'll do whatever it takes to earn her trust again.
Because I don't want what we had before. I want it all...for a lifetime.