Maudie pushes love to its limits, and Bear always rises to the challenge. Maudie’s world revolves entirely around herself, and so does Bear’s—he’s as patient and steadfast as a rock. So sure of Bear’s devotion, Maudie makes demands, throws tantrums, sets the rules, and leaves all the work to him, knowing he’ll love her no matter what. And he does—right until the very end.