Second Tide’s the Charm

Blumberg (Stirring up Love) makes marine biology sexy in this endearing second-chance romance. Hope Evans has always loved sharks, so much so that she’s devoted her career to researching them. But following a professional setback and a devastating breakup from fellow shark researcher Adrian Hollis, she abandons her work. Three years later, the time may finally be right for her to get back in the water. When a promising summer job opens up, Hope seizes it—then learns that it will have her working closely with Adrian, who’s now a celebrity of the shark conservation world thanks to his popular YouTube channel. Though resentment—and feelings—linger on both sides, the pair vow to keep things professional. But while working together in close quarters on a small boat, this proves easier said than done. Blumberg makes the will-they-won’t-they dance believable and exciting with sexy banter and plenty of humor throughout. Readers will root for this intelligent couple to get their happily ever after. Agent: Rachel Brooks, Bookends Literary. (Aug.)