Growing up in a small Michigan town, Robert Pendleton, author of the popular Rick Kimberly's Guide series, had two best friends: Sydney, and his rival for her affection, Charlie Pratt. Sydney is everything to them, including the one thing that could tear their friendship apart. A pact meant to preserve their friendship sends each on a different path to capture Sydney's heart. Pratt + Whitney: Charlie forms a band with Jo Whitney. With Ty and Gord backing them, the group find local success, and perhaps more, while Charlie lets blind hope drive his ambition. Rick Kimberly's Guide: Robert is a hugely successful author. That hasn't helped him to his ultimate goal, who's happily married. Until he meets Alicia, and a new chapter begins for him.