Emerson Hollister was the town’s golden boy and the worst part? He just really is that great. As an adult, he’s kind and considerate, and when you move back, you find yourself constantly on the receiving end of his thoughtfulness. You weren’t in the same social circle growing up but now Emerson treats you as if you were always friends. Good friends. Very very good friends.

Tyler is your brother’s business partner. They both own the local brewery. Your brother begged you to come back and work for them. Tyler is pretty reserved but never rude or mean. He seems to avoid you most of the time but when he is around you, you find him smiling and more relaxed. The brewery is having its grand opening and you’re trying to keep Tyler and your brother from imploding.

Ryan is one of the staples in your hometown. You grew up together and were always good friends. You left for college and are now back to open a business with your best friend. You’re at the bar that Ryan owns to celebrate and he is showering you and your guests with attention. He has always had a thing for you and wants so badly to make a move but is afraid that you don’t see him like that.

Hometown hero who has been one of your best friends for years. You moved to your small town to take over your aunt’s business a while ago and Dane’s sister quickly introduced you into her and Dane’s friend group. Dane’s last relationship ended when his then fiancé decided she needed to go find herself. Your last relationship ended as they always do. Dane is tired of denying he thinks you’re amazing, as a friend, as a person, as a woman but you’re not sure you can do the whole “I put my life in danger every day” thing.

Case is the oldest of five brothers. His mom left when the youngest was one and his dad has been in and out of jail and rehab. Case stepped up as a teen to keep his family together. Now he owns a successful construction company and is providing the best life for his brothers. You move in to the fixer upper next door with your two kids after your husband is killed by a drunk driver. Case is serious about his role as parental figure for his brothers but is also very sweet and kind to other kids. You make him laugh, something he hasn’t done in a while and soon he has a crush on you.

Kade is a wonderful dad who has full custody of his three amazing girls. He used the law firm where you work a couple of years ago for his divorce from his extremely detached ex-wife. Now, he’s a business client and you see him quite often. You’re a mom of two boys who is now divorced as well from your cheating ex-husband. You and Kade see each other often, since your kiddos are the same age. You’re completely oblivious to the crush he has on you.

Nick enjoys that people think Santa is a round bearded old guy. It makes it easier for him to move through the world, observing for instances of the Christmas spirit all year round. His favorite spot to visit is your hometown, where you embody the best of the season all year round. He’s approaching the time where he needs to choose a spouse, a mandate set down by his parents, Mother Nature and Father Time. He hopes he will be able to convince you his feelings for you are real.

Tristan has been your friend since diapers. Wealthy, confident, and sexy, he was the one everyone wanted to be friends with. You were his favorite because you were always kind and genuine with him. Unbeknownst to you, he threatened anyone in high school and college who was interested in you (he also secretly paid for your college tuition). Your friendship remained strong until he met socialite, Maty Briggs. She managed to make him fall head over heels, making his family happy (they were less than thrilled about your friendship with Tristan but since he was the golden child they didn’t say anything). You drifted apart but finally found a boyfriend and were enjoying your relationship. Tristan found out and suddenly his whole demeanor changed to everyone around him. He ordered his people to do a background check on your boyfriend, but they were sloppy and you found out. Now you’re furious and headed to his office.

Brody has become the new police commissioner, the youngest ever. He’s well respected for being a hard ass but also being fair. He comes from a long line of cops. He has an on again and off again relationship with a socialite but he knows she’s not the one. You run a non-profit working to keep kids off the streets and out of gangs. You hold a conference with other non-profits and invite Brody and his top chiefs to attend and participate, so your agencies can work together. He’s impressed with you.

Single Father of twin eight year old boys in your third grade class. He’s a successful business owner and takes his kids’ education seriously. Very hands on dad, easy to talk to, and likes to make you blush. The year just started and you’ve already had to communicate several times. Neither of you realize that the twins are trying to get the two of you together.

Levi is a forward for your local professional hockey team. Your best friend starts dating one of the other players and she drags you to a game. You catch his eye and after the game, your best friend and you wait outside the locker room as VIPs.

resilient, enchanting, tenacious, and passionate, I am a man who knows what he wants and will stop at nothing to achieve it. I spend my days working on bikes and my nights hanging with my brothers from my biker gang. Most of the time I’m the one keeping the peace and there’s no shortage of women trying to get in my pants. I need to hire a new office manager for the bike shop and I’m praying you’re a good fit because I’m tired of interviewing.