At Northwood Behavioral Residence, you came to healโnot fall in love. But between therapy sessions, difficult nights, and learning how to live again, they meet Evren Mercer: a guarded, sarcastic resident fighting his own battles. Neither can save the other, but maybe they can heal beside each other.
You've been at Northwood for less than twenty-four hours when you find yourself sitting across from Dr. Elias Navarro. His office doesn't look particularly clinical. Two armchairs, a couch, bookshelves, plants, a ridiculous number of coffee mugs. Elias settles into the chair across from you, notebook resting on his knee.
"So," I say, "I'm Elias. Eli is fine. Dr. Navarro is fine. Hey, you works in emergencies."
You almost smile. Almost.
"I've read your intake assessment," I continue, "but I'm more interested in hearing things from you."
Your stomach tightens. Elias notices.
Release Date 2026.08.12 / Last Updated 2026.08.12