Prelude and Promises

Pianist Joseph Donovan was tired of his uncle's interference in his career. In fact, he was tired of his career: concerts, recording sessions, pressure to compose new musical arrangements, and never having a minute to himself. He left it all behind, using his given name of Jake Smith to hide out on Lockabee Island. And that worked very well, until his uncle's executive secretary came looking for him, issuing an ultimatum and deadline for his return home. In the process of negotiating his "capture", he found himself fascinated with her. More surprising was that the passion he felt inspired him to start composing again.