Cirrus@Austlit

'A new start. A short term project. That's all it was meant to be.

'Losing his wife in a car accident has left Troy Smith doubtful of ever finding love again. He's tried, but failed. Now he thinks he's found solace as a hard-working business partner at Gumtrees Winery.

'Kelleigh Johnstone needs a break from dealing with the mess and debt her fraudulent ex-boyfriend left behind. The opportunity to manage a project in the Hunter Valley seems like the perfect escape.

'When these two strangers meet, a one-night stand delivers unexpected surprises. Troy is shocked when he finds out Kelleigh represents the company trying to purchase his vineyard for a new golf resort. In order to protect his home and community, Troy must do whatever it takes to stop the project from proceeding.

'Kelleigh and Troy may be on opposite sides of the boardroom table, but when they are together the attraction is hard to deny. With livelihoods at stake and broken hearts vulnerable, who will risk everything for another chance at love?' (Publication summary)