Under witness protection and relocated with a new identity on the tranquil Gippsland lakes, Clare Rayne cannot release her fear of the past. Until Blake Fielding pulls up in her driveway and calmly announces he will be staying in the cabin next door. Clare discovers Blake is a counsellor sent to help her and, as they work together, they fall in love. But, facing demons of his own, Blake resists involvement and leaves when their consultations are complete. Will he return, or must Clare face her future alone?