Waiting for the Flood by Alexis Hall (Paperback)

A quiet life built around routine and distance begins to shift when the past no longer feels enough to hold onto. After heartbreak, Edwin keeps to himself, surrounded by old books and memories that have started to fade but never fully disappear.

When rising floodwaters threaten his home, change arrives alongside them. Adam Dacre enters his world with a practical mindset and a steady presence, offering help without expectation. What begins as a simple connection slowly grows into something deeper.

As they spend time together, Edwin is faced with a choice he has long avoided. Holding onto safety means staying closed off, but opening up brings the risk of being hurt again.

With both emotional and physical pressure building, he must decide whether to remain where he is or take a chance on something new. The story explores healing, connection, and the quiet courage it takes to let someone in.