He took my virginity, then he vanished. The boy next door, Blake Carter left me a shattered mess when he left for New York. Five years later I'd forgotten about his dirty blonde hair and green eyes and was living a free-spirited life. That was, until he returned, engaged. Being the youngest, most successful Hedge Fund manager wasn't by chance. I knew exactly what I wanted, and I'd got there all on my own. No emotions, pure drive. Lily represents everything I left behind. So, when I have to rush back to Australia, my world spins on its axis. The petite, blonde, blue-eyed girl I'd avoided makes me question everything I ever wanted. Now, I have two choices. This is a standalone novel with interconnecting characters throughout the series.