It’s the start of the summer, and Nicola Carr has just arrived on Block Island. Her failed relationship and soul-crushing job back in Providence have left her yearning for a fresh start, which she finds in the form of a tiny rental cottage and an internship as a marine wildlife researcher. Nicola’s tranquil summer takes an unexpected turn as the extravagant parties from the grand home next door pique her curiosity. She soon discovers the home belongs to Juliana George, an enigmatic entrepreneur with a past shrouded in mystery. Juliana George, CEO and founder of a hot fashion-tech company, is at the top of her game. Preparing for a major IPO, she’s spending the summer on Block Island to focus on and build buzz for her company. But she’s chasing her dreams in more ways than one. This summer she hopes to rekindle a flame with a man from her past—a man who has a surprising connection to her neighbor Nicola. Taylor Buchanan, the wife of Nicola’s cousin, is second-in-command of a real estate