“Who told you to come here?” My throat felt like it had been sliced with a knife the moment I spoke, probably because I’d inhaled some water in my sleep.

“Grace, don’t lash out at me just because you’re upset. This time, I didn’t do anything to offend you. And, no matter what, we were once married. We’re Danny’s parents. My concern for you is… instinctual.” Tyler didn’t get angry at my sharp question. Instead, he sounded oddly sincere, like he was trying ...