Michael Flannigan is accustomed to being on his own in his cabin, renovated by his own sweat and hard work, on a lake in Vermont. A resident of the small town of Cordial Creek for all of his 35 years, he has had brushes with bad luck when it comes to women. He works with his best friend, Sam O'Malley, as a foreman for their business as contractors and splits his spare time between enjoying the lake, his friendship, and casual relationships with no strings attached. It's good enough for him-no entanglements, no heartache, and no more leaving. Sophia Carmella Farrielo was thrust into Cordial Creek in her freshman year of high school, leaving behind New York City and her big-as-they-come extended family. Finding it hard to fit in, she uses a sharp tongue and clever mind to shield herself. Except for her best friend, Megan, and her boyfriend, Sam, that is a part of the package, Sophie lets no one else in. When it comes to Sam's best friend Michael, it's hate at first sight. Loyal to her parents and determined to succeed, she will go on to open a thriving business outside of town. Years later, she has no time for attachments and likes it that way. When Sam and Megan, now married, play matchmaker, sparks fly between Michael and Sophie, beginning with a fiery tension that causes a windstorm of emotion. They'll discover they have much in common and a passion that cannot be denied. Find out if lightning can strike twice as they try to close the gap between two hearts that are afraid to love.