When Natalie, a small-town cop, finds a senile old man living in filth with his puppy Bailey, she has to step in to get both the man and the dog the care that they need. But she gets a little more than she bargained for when she seeks out Christine, the old man's young daughter. Christine is a young author who has been out of touch with her father for many years. But when she hears about the conditions he's living in, she steps up to help. That includes taking care of his dog, Bailey. But by the time Christine arrives, Bailey is already quite attached to the pretty police officer whose been taking care of her. And although Christine knows Natalie is straight, she finds her starting to get attached as well. But will this seemingly complicated relationship be Christine's saving grace in this awful situation? Edie Bryant's latest novel brings readers a touching story about the ups and downs that come in love and life.