Book Synopsis Archaeologist Berit Katsaros travels the world in search of treasures from ancient times. A serious injury forces her to take a break from fieldwork and accept an interim teaching job at Whitman College. She finds nothing redeeming in her frustrating sabbatical...except her sexy landlord, Tace. When Stacy Tace Lomond takes charge of her brothers failing microbrewery, she discovers a passion and talent she never realized she possessed. After years of putting herself last and supporting others dreams, shes ready to make a name for her artisanal beer among the academics and sophisticated wineries in Walla Walla, Washington. Berit might be a tempting distraction, but shes only a temporary fixture in town and in Taces life. Slow-crafted beer and time-worn artifacts. Both women recognize whats important in their careers, but can they learn to appreciate the value of love? About the Author Karis Walsh is a horseback riding instructor who lives on a small farm in the Pacific Northwest. When she isnt teaching or writing, she enjoys spending time outside with her animals, reading, playing the viola, and riding with friends.