Paige Wilson has spent her entire adult life running from her cult-leader stepfather and a forced marriage. She follows three rules to ensure her safety. Be prepared to run at a moment's notice. Don't get attached to places or people. Never get involved in a serious relationship. Working at The Baker's Dozen Brewing Company has provided her with the means to live this life almost perfectly in Willow Creek, Virginia. There's just one issue: the Baker family. They are wonderful, caring people who have welcomed Paige into their world. Noah Foster, the son of one of the Bakers, is cocky, successful, and wealthy. He enjoys a reputation as a ladies' man, but the moment he sees Paige, his smooth pickup lines and charming persona vanish, leaving only an incredibly handsome goofball in Paige's eyes. When Noah and Paige finally connect, Paige's past catches up with her. She knows she should run, but Noah has other ideas. Can the Baker family truly Protect Paige? Or will Paige be the one doing the protecting?