Darius Williams has dedicated his life to helping those less fortunate. As Executive Director of the Rose City Homeless Shelter and Food Kitchen, he works with street people in Portland, Oregon, and lives at Second Summer, a halfway house for people getting a second start in life.

When Tizita Mehaku shows up at the Portland homeless shelter, she’s a complete mystery. With dark skin and a bag over her shoulder, she has no driver’s license, no social security number, no passport, and no identification whatsoever. She also refuses to talk about her history.

Convinced that Tizzie is on the run, Darius sets about helping her find places to live and work. Sparks fly and a promising romance blossoms. But Tizzie’s past finally catches up to her and the lovers are forced to confront a situation that threatens to destroy their relationship and Tizzie’s life.

Darius wants nothing more than to help Tizzie move beyond the circumstances of her traumatic past, but there is danger ahead for both of them. Can they join forces to conquer her demons and create a future together at Second Summer? Or will the shadowy figures from Tizzie’s past emerge to destroy their bond… and their lives?
If you like steamy contemporary romance with a difference, along with plenty of heat and a guaranteed HEA, you’ll love Second Summer. This book can be read alone or as part of the Summer Series by Kris Kassady.