First published 2024
Kezia Cooper Hobson relocates to a Manhattan penthouse after her husband dies, seeking proximity to her two grown daughters. On July 4th, she watches fireworks from her terrace when explosions rock famous New York landmarks. Her neighbor Sam Stewart, a celebrated film actor, witnesses the same horrifying scene. Both rush to help with rescue operations as the city reels from one of its darkest nights. The trauma they share creates an unexpected bond between the grieving widow and the Hollywood star. Through the summer that follows, Kezia and Sam heal together while navigating their growing connection. Their relationship proves that new beginnings can emerge from tragedy, and that hope can flourish even after devastating loss.
Genres: american-fiction, adult-fiction, 21st-century, contemporary-romance
Vibes: emotional-atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, second-chance
Setting: Manhattan, New York
Period: July 4th
256 pages · Hardcover · Delacorte Press