First published 1997
A summer setting becomes the backdrop for romantic tension in Elizabeth Lowell's contemporary romance. The story follows characters whose lives intersect during the warmer months, creating opportunities for both connection and conflict. Lowell builds the relationship through encounters that reveal deeper emotions beneath surface attractions. The protagonists must navigate personal barriers and external circumstances that threaten their growing bond. Summer becomes more than just a season, it transforms into a crucible where feelings intensify and decisions carry lasting consequences. The narrative explores how timing and circumstance can either nurture or challenge love. Lowell examines the delicate balance between vulnerability and strength that defines meaningful relationships. The emotional stakes rise as the characters face choices that will determine their future together.
Genres: fiction, romance, contemporary, contemporary-romance
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: emotional-journey, vulnerability-and-strength
632 pages · Paperback · Harlequin