A Summer Affair - Susan Wiggs

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On the shadowy nighttime streets of San Francisco, a grieving doctor rescues a damsel in disguise... nSan Francisco, 1884 n nA gifted but troubled physician, Blue Calhoun runs a thriving medical practice from his Nob Hill mansion in San Francisco while raising his son alone after an unthinkable tragedy. Then one day, a female fugitive with a gunshot wound appears in Blue's surgery. Even though she holds a pistol aimed at his heart, the desperation in her eyes awakens Blue's compassion. Reluctantly he is drawn to her fragile beauty, her nerves of steel and the mystery surrounding her circumstances. n nIsabel Fish-Wooten has spent most of her life on the run, but everything changes when she forces a stranger to save her life. Yet her rescue comes with an unexpected price. As Isabel recovers from her wounds, she finds herself touched by this remarkable man and yearns to reach out to him and his rebellious son. n nFrom danger-filled back alleys to the glittering ballrooms of high society, Isabel and Blue confront the violence and corruption that threaten their newfound passion. Theirs is an unforgettable quest to discover a rare and special love and the precious gift of a second chance at happiness. n nThe Calhoun Chronicles n nBook 1: The Charm School nBook 2: The Horsemaster's Daughter nBook 3: HALFWAY TO HEAVEN nBook 4: Enchanted Afternoon nBook 5: A SUMMER AFFAIRn