After retiring from the military and losing his wife in a skiing accident, Chase returns to the family ranch with no interest in remarrying. He dreams of turning the ranch into a place of retreat for soldiers and their families.

Lexi, estranged from her grandmother because of her mother, reconnects with her before her grandmother’s death. Lexi is the sole heir to her grandmother’s fortune. However, her grandmother’s will stipulates Lexi must marry before her 35th birthday, but love and marriage have eluded her through two failed engagements. With her deadline looming, Lexi devises a plan involving a marriage of convenience with Chase to benefit both their needs.

This story weaves together themes of marriage, friendship, dreams, and family within a tale of faith and romance. It questions whether convenience can lead to true love and how external pressures can either tear people apart or bring them closer. Its heartwarming tale and emotional depth make this a very enjoyable read.