A novel about best friends who become lovers. Life changes us all. But not as much as the war.

Ryan Wagner has just left the service and is struggling to make his life in Miami.

The only souvenir of his time abroad is shoulder injury. Because of her, he becomes close with his old best friend again.

Lizzie "Lizard" Parker hasn't seen Ryan "Cry Baby" Wagner since he went to recruit camp. The boy who went there has nothing in common with the man who returned.

As a physical therapist, Lizzie enjoys flexing the muscles in his strong arms. It's just a friendship between them.

A friendship she's treasured since she was a little girl. But when boundaries become blurred and then no longer exist, will she be able to contain her feelings?

What happens when life throws you a curveball and nothing is as it seems?

Some people don't really see someone until it's too late.

For others, just one glance is enough.

But these two live in an illusion that will subside at some point.

Here is the story of Lizzie and Ryan as they try to help each other find the answers they are both looking for.