In this flashback book, the story of how Andie, Max, and Derek met and became friends is told. Andie is a struggling waitress, living in the same neighborhood as a young, streetwise Max. Max is an aspiring MMA fighter who also does freelance website development to earn extra money. When a chance encounter with Andie rocks his world, he is inspired to make the changes that redefine his life and set him on the path to being the wildly successful businessman his is in Book One (Her Darkest Day). Fireworks fly from the beginning, but life comes between them. Find out how such a beautiful beginning ultimately leads to heartbreak before Andie and Max build a true friendship that stands the test of time.