This time around, I choose us.

When I was twenty-one, I fell in love with Aaron Anderson.

The hot Scot with cerulean eyes kissed me senseless under a starry Tennessee sky and made me believe in happily-ever-after.

Until he returned to Edinburgh without me, spurring my heartache into music.

Since Aaron, I’ve transformed from a Nashville songwriter into a country artist, catapulting my career into a nationwide sensation.

But a dream career like mine has a dark side.

One with sacrifices and consequences. Fear.

One that requires an escape.

Fifteen years ago, I met the only man I ever trusted.

I hope I can trust him now.