Beyah, armed with nothing but resilience and a burdensome last name, has navigated life's challenges independently, crafting her own path towards a brighter future. However, just as she stands on the precipice of her hard-fought success, an unexpected death shatters her plans, leaving her with nowhere to turn but her estranged father's doorstep on a Texas peninsula.

With two months of unanticipated summer looming ahead, Beyah aims to keep a low profile, bridging the gap between her tumultuous past and promising future. Yet, her resolve wavers when she encounters Samson, an unlikely neighbor whose background starkly contrasts with hers. While Beyah emerged from poverty and neglect, Samson hails from a world of affluence and privilege. Despite these differences, a shared attraction to melancholy draws them together.

Opting for a summer fling confined to the shallow end, Beyah remains oblivious to the impending emotional undertow. Little does she know that a powerful rip current is approaching, threatening to sweep away the carefully constructed barriers around her heart.

As the summer unfolds, Beyah and Samson find themselves caught in the undertow of emotions, challenging their assumptions and forcing them to confront the deeper currents that bind them together. 📚❤️