In the picturesque town of Fairview, Illinois, summer brings fresh opportunities for two introverted high school students. Olivia Garcia and Adam Hill, who have always kept to themselves in their large high school, find their worlds intersecting as they take on lifeguard duties at the local lake.
As they spend their summer together, Olivia's easygoing, emotional nature contrasts with Adam's logical, serious demeanor. What begins as a professional arrangement soon blossoms into something more meaningful. Through shared shifts, playful interactions, and moments of quiet connection, they discover a surprising and heartfelt bond.
"A Kiss at Sunset" is a sweet and charming romance that explores the magic of summer, the thrill of new beginnings, and the joy of finding unexpected love. Join Olivia and Adam as they navigate the journey of getting to know each other, learning about themselves, and finding their way to a deeper connection.
As Claire aims to leave her oppressive stepfamily behind, she befriends Zion. Will he be her ticket to freedom or a distraction in achieving her dreams?
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Claire Olsen has had a crush on Zion Petrakis since the first time she laid eyes on him, but he never noticed, instead only having eyes on the school's it girl, Maddie Jennings. Knowing she couldn't compete with Maddie, Claire hid her feelings for Zion, satisfied with admiring him from afar. However, when a series of events led Claire closer to Zion, her feelings for him grew from infatuation to love. And despite fighting hard to keep her feelings contained by distancing herself from Zion, he was determined to show her that he's earned a spot in her life.
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