Sarah Wheeler knows what she wants. Marriage and children are not part of her plans. She’s seen too many marriages fall apart. The last thing she wants is to be a statistic. As for children, Sarah doesn’t see herself as the nurturing type. She’s content helping her mother run the Key Lime Garden Inn on Captiva Island and working as Director of Community Relations at Southwest Florida’s Outreach Center. Work leaves her with little time for romance—until infuriating, charming, and intriguing Trevor Hutchins distracts Sarah and throws her off balance.

Trevor Hutchins has traveled the globe. No one captured his attention or heart—until he met Sarah Wheeler. A humanitarian who thrives on making a difference in people’s lives, Trevor can never stay in one place for more than a few months. Being close to home means struggling against his controlling family, especially his capitalist father. The past is about to catch up with Trevor and threaten his plans to forge a forever relationship with Sarah.

Maggie Wheeler has her dream life. As co-owner of the Key Lime Garden Inn on Captiva Island, she’s found paradise. Every morning she walks on the beach, remembering the past, but looking forward to tomorrow. With each passing day she feels closer to Paolo Moretti, the owner of a Sanibel Island’s popular nursery, Sanibellia. At 50, Maggie wonders if a second chance at love might be in her future after all.

Paolo Moretti loved Maggie Wheeler on sight. Years ago, he came to Sanibel Island from his home in Gaeta, Italy. Working with his sister, Ciara, they built a thriving plant nursery. Until now, Paolo’s true purpose lay in this work. After a traumatic year, Paolo gave Maggie the space she needed, he’s waited long enough. He’ll do whatever it takes to show Maggie that she can trust him with her heart.