He’s a brilliant doctor drowning in his own grief. She’s a lifeguard who saves lives for a living—but she might be the one who needs rescuing.

Doctor Luke Dayton is barely keeping his head above water. As a nightshift ER attending at Pinehurst General, he buries himself in the chaos of the hospital to escape the crushing guilt and grief of losing his young niece. He’s untouchable, guarded, and determined to stay miserable.

Allegra Kline is a dedicated lifeguard whose job is to save people, but she’s currently treading water. When the local Pinehurst community pool faces a sudden closure, she refuses to let her sanctuary sink. To cut through the corporate red tape, she's forced to turn to the most unlikely—and uncooperative—ally in town.

The grumpy Doctor Luke.

The chemistry between the brooding doctor and the vibrant lifeguard is more volatile than a summer storm. But as their worlds collide, Luke is forced to face his own demons. Can he cast his darkness aside to help Allegra stay afloat, or will his past drag them both under?

WARNING: Do not one-click this book unless you’re fully prepared to fall for a tortured, broken doctor you’ll desperately want to fix. Packed with small-town charm, scorching heat, and so much heart it’ll inspire you to check yourself into the nearest ER just to find your own grumpy physician!