After three years of wandering the world, a near-death experience has Riley running for her life, and nowhere on earth looks as appealing as her home in Australia.

An unexpected opportunity launches Riley into her own business, and while life is busy, the unsettled feelings return. Uncle Bernie, her guardian, encourages her to meet with her childhood friend and teenage crush when it becomes apparent that Riley is poised to take off again. Riley is saddened and disgusted to discover that the kind, loving boy she knew as a child had grown into an arrogant, self-important playboy.

When her Uncle and his new wife begin their honeymoon, Riley packs her ute and prepares to leave her home again. With no specific destination in mind, Riley heads to cattle country southwest of her house. On her first night away from home, Riley meets Adam at the local pub. He offers her the chance to visit his cattle station, and Riley accepts.

The attraction between Adam and Riley is intense. When Adam is called to a fire, Riley remains at his home until Adam relays a message to his foreman telling Riley to evacuate. Her arrival at the staging point marks the beginning of a month-long stay, where she helps prepare food for tired firefighters and looks after Adam's crew.

Unexpected interference rips Riley and Adam's relationship apart, and Riley finds herself alone and pregnant despite many attempts to reason with Adam.

Can Adam and Riley overcome the hurdles in building a relationship, or has the anger and mistrust spoiled any hope for the future?