From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Wish comes a poignant love story about risking everything for a dream - and whether it''s possible to leave the past behind.
Fate drew them together . . . but will their dreams tear them apart?
Colby Mills once felt destined for a musical career, but tragedy grounded his dreams. Now the dust has settled, he spontaneously takes a gig playing at a bar in Florida, seeking a rare break from his duties at home.
But when he meets Morgan Lee, his world is turned upside-down, and Colby can''t help but wonder if the responsibilities he has shouldered need dictate his life forever. Morgan is on her way to Nashville with plans to become a star and she wants Colby to come with her.
While they are falling headlong in love, Beverly is on a heart-pounding journey of another kind. Fleeing an abusive husband with her six-year-old son, she is trying to piece together a new life in a small town far off the beaten track. Danger is never far and her money is fast running out.
In the course of a single unforgettable week, three very different people will have their own ideas of love put to the test. As fate draws them together, they will each be forced to question whether the dream of a better life can ever overcome the weight of the past.
Praise for Nicholas Sparks:
''This one won''t leave a dry eye'' Daily Mirror
''A fiercely romantic and touching tale'' Heat
''An A-grade romantic read'' OK!
''Pulls at the heartstrings'' Sunday Times
''An absorbing page-turner'' Daily Mail
