When You Know, You Know: A Novella

Sun, secrets, and second chances—when the stranger from her worst night becomes the one person who might change everything.Dottie is still reeling from her boyfriend's betrayal and the loss of her job when her sister drags her to the beach for a week.When her sister's boyfriend shows up with his brother Michael, Dottie instantly knows her quiet getaway is turning into something else entirely. Because she recognizes Michael.He was there the night her world fell apart. Even though he doesn't seem to remember her, she can't help but think of that night every time she looks at him.As the week unfolds, though, a connection forms between Dottie and Michael—one that might just help heal old wounds and rewrite Dottie's future in ways she never expected.The short story "e;When You Know, You Know"e; in its original form appeared in Just One...: A Summer Romance Anthology, released by And You Press, an imprint of Nicole Frail Books, LLC, in June 2025. Additional scenes now expand Dottie and Michael's story for readers who have asked for more!