Books like One summer by JoAnn Ross
When Gabriel St. James, a Navy SEAL with a world shaped by service, arrives in Shelter Bay to aid a fellow marine, he unexpectedly meets Charity, a veterinarian whose kindness and dedication to animals mirror her generous spirit. The two form a connection that challenges Gabriel’s guarded demeanor and invites him to experience warmth and companionship in the heat of summer, all while navigating the demands of military life and the complexities of caring for animals. Their evolving relationship unfolds amid the rugged coast, the quiet routine of a medical mission, and the quiet moments of shared humanity between a veteran and a healer of the animal world.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: JoAnn Ross
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