A hidden book. A broken bond. And a second chance neither of them saw coming.
Zee Nightingale never expected a donated book to upend her quiet life—but some stories refuse to stay shelved.
When a strange manuscript lands in her donation bin, it leads to a century-old coverup with ties to Prairie Grove’s most powerful families—and her own. She turns to Jasper Hayes, her childhood best friend turned small-town reporter, who left chasing bylines and came back with a guarded heart and no good reason why.
As they follow the trail together, long-buried feelings surface—and so do warnings from those desperate to keep the past buried. Zee must decide whether the truth is worth the risk… even if it means losing the fragile new beginning she and Jasper are just starting to build.
Some stories were meant to stay hidden. Some hearts were meant to find their way back.
For readers who love slow-burn romance, sharp banter, and small-town secrets with just enough danger to keep the pages turning.
Perfect for fans of Devney Perry, Where the Crawdads Sing, and Friday Night Lights.
