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Whispering Tides

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In the seaside town of St. Cecilia Bay-where the cliffs meet the ocean and the wind carries stories of the past-marine biologist Emma Greene is searching for a new beginning. Fresh from a research post in the Caribbean, Emma arrives hoping to find purpose in her work and peace in her heart. But what she doesn't expect is Lila Thompson, a fiercely creative local artist whose murals breathe life into the town's quiet corners.

When Emma proposes a collaboration to raise awareness about marine conservation, Lila is intrigued. As they work together-blending science and art to tell the story of a fragile underwater world-their connection deepens in ways neither anticipated. Through sunlit strolls, quiet studio nights, and the unspoken understanding that blooms between them, Emma and Lila begin to discover something rare and transformative.

But as deadlines loom and personal doubts surface, both women must face the question: Are they brave enough to risk their friendship for something more?

A tender, evocative novel about second chances, creative partnership, and the courage to open your heart, Whispering Tides is a love letter to the power of community, the beauty of the natural world, and the quiet magic of falling in love by the sea.All Rights Reserved

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