Dear Reader,

Mila and Jordan’s story started out as a little ball of emotion in my belly. Before I knew it, that ball had unraveled into a first draft that I can now admit wasn’t very romantic. Fortunately, my wonderful editors helped me to rework it until, finally, it became the special story you now hold in your hands.

It’s going to take you on a bit of an emotional roller coaster. Mila and Jordan face a tragedy that tests many relationships, but they embody my belief that love can survive anything. Their journey to happily-ever-after is filled with romance and heartbreak. It’s hard-won, but so worth it. And it takes place in one of the most beautiful places in Cape Town—a vineyard in the beautiful town of Stellenbosch.

I hope this story gives you a taste of autumn in Stellenbosch. I hope it makes you feel hopeful and believe in second chances. And if you’ve ever experienced anything like what Mila and Jordan have gone through, I hope that you know that you are not alone, and that this story brings you some comfort.

I would love to hear from you! You can find me on Twitter, @ThereseBeharrie, and on Facebook at Therese Beharrie, Author, or contact me through my website, theresebeharrie.com.

Happy reading!

Love,

Therese