Hardships can so easily consume our lives. But we're never alone. It's the people we love, and often times those we cross paths with, who help us brave the journey. Understanding similar pain captures that theme as two strangers connect in this story. Obligated, set in Savannah, Georgia, is a story of life's unexpected trials and tribulations, as well as unconditional love and determination. Charli is a young mother struggling to come to terms with her child's disability. Jack continues to face adversity in the fallout of his wife's tragic accident. The two of them have several chance meetings that bring them together. They find a mutual connection in their separate lives, and are effortlessly able to give each other the perspective and strength they need to power through their trying times. Lori Bell's 16th novel captures the fragility of life, how a serendipitous encounter can shape your future, and how love and commitment can conquer all.