Jenna Birch is forced to start over in a small, sleepy town after her brother's suicide. Yanked from the comfort of the only home she's known—she feels like a fish out of water. With her college funds non-existent and future plans on hold, Jenna's entire world is crumbling.

Benji Preston has a secret. His life is complicated, and spending time with Jenna allows him respite. Their harmless flirtation blossomed into something more, but not everybody is happy about their new relationship.

In fact, Benji is the same guy that Jenna's cousin has harbored a crush on for ages. With tongues wagging and jealousy dogging her every step, Jenna has to decide what's more important—her heart or her family ties?