Embracing Trust by Chloe Monroe

Can you ever trust the one who broke your heart?

Ryan:
Leaving home and joining the Army was the best thing for me, but it ruined my relationship with my high school sweetheart, Julia. After six years of serving my country—eighteen months of it in Afghanistan—I’m back home again. We come face-to-face at a mutual friend’s wedding, and it doesn’t take long for the sparks to ignite. Just seeing her in that sexy red dress and I realize I’m not over her. I’m not the same 18-year-old kid that left her broken-hearted. I’ve seen things during my time away and I’m carrying the baggage from it. I finally manage to win Julia back, but will my past catch up with my future and ruin my final chance to keep Julia forever?

Julia:
Although I can barely admit it, I never really got over Ryan McCormick. I was so angry when he changed our future and joined the Army. After we meet up at a mutual friend’s wedding, it doesn’t take long for him to woo me and get under my skin—just like he always did. He’s different now and I feel like his secrets are dark. I want him to trust me enough to open his heart to me. But can I ever trust him after he broke my heart all those years ago?