Grounds for Marriage

At seventeen, Lacey Kerr was swept off her feet by a boy who was everything she had ever dreamed of—handsome, intelligent, and exuding unwavering confidence. The whirlwind romance ignited a passion within her, but it also left scars that would shape her future. As she navigates the complexities of young love, Lacey grapples with the intensity of her feelings and the harsh reality of growing up.

Years later, as Lacey finds herself back in her old town, memories of that tumultuous first love come flooding back. She realizes that the past is not as distant as she had hoped, especially when confronted with the man who once charmed her so effortlessly. Their paths are again intertwined, bringing with it a mix of nostalgia and unresolved emotions.

As Lacey embarks on a journey of self-discovery, she must confront the choices that shaped her life and the possibility of reopening the door to love. This second chance at happiness forces her to question what it truly means to be loved and to love in return.