Bethany never planned to stay in Alaska but her friends kept settling down with guys. Gretchen is even getting married—sort of. The group relationship norm makes it tempting to stay. When a trio of men take an interest in Bethany that feels serious, she wants to flee. She was never interested in domestic bliss, as her mother put it. However, she found a good job with a boss and clients who needs her. She's sticking around at least until her friend gets hitched—but her guys aren't letting her go without a fight.