For readers drawn to therapy-forward and emotionally mature storytelling.Aurelia James has mastered survival: boundaries, discipline, excellence.But when burnout cracks her armor, she meets Santiago DeLeon-a man whose own emotional wounds mirror hers in ways neither can deny.Their relationship becomes a masterclass in emotional intelligence: Setting boundaries without losing connectionRepairing conflict with honestyConfronting generational traumaLearning to receive love, not just give itBuilding intimacy through safety, not pressureThis is not a whirlwind romance-it's a healing journey.A slow, deliberate choosing.A novel for readers who want love that feels emotionally realistic, psychologically rich, and deeply transformative.If you've ever outgrown an old version of yourself, this book will feel like coming home.