Two men burned by love and humanity in general, find themselves thrown together when a three-legged dog won't let life keep him down. Nico Bader is quite possibly the grumpiest man in Clarksville. As far as he's concerned animals are better than people, and if he could be a vet without having to deal with their owners his life would be perfect. Alfie Wood is running back home after a disastrous break up in the city. His heart and career are in shambles. All Alfie wants is a drama free escape. Fate has other plans when Alfie's dog manages to injure himself within hours of their arrival. Sparks fly as Alfie is forced into Nico's path. Each man doing his best to resist the other's charms. When they finally give into their desire, their entire world implodes. Will Alfie's city life pull him away from a simpler escape with Nico? Will lies, rumors and deception triumph over love? How will Nico handle the truth about the Alfie? Please Note: This book contains adult language and steamy adult activities, it is intended for 18+ Adults Only. Novel, approximately 30,000 words in length. HEA (happy ever after ending). Does not end with a "cliffhanger." Themes include: Vet, happily ever after, pets, enemies to lovers, bad break ups, rural life versus city life, gay romance