Julie Chapman is content with her life, thank you very much. As a single mother, she owns and runs a houseboat rental company in Sicamous, British Columbia.

Quentin Callahan, a friend of Julie's brother, lives in Vancouver and has become a successful business consultant. Many years ago, on her graduation night, he rescued Julie when her date had too much to drink and now he's back. The attraction between Julie and Quentin is immediate, but his visit to his hometown is prompted by more than a longing to get away from the stress of business. His largest client has unsuccessfully tried to buy Julie's property. The ruthless company indicates to Quentin that if he does not talk her into selling, they ll drive her out of business. The ultimatum is an overwhelming burden on Quentin.

Can the growing affection between Julie and Quentin survive the pressures of a harsh outside world?

Mona Ingram was born in Ontario, Canada. Her family moved to British Columbia when she was twelve, and she can't imagine living anywhere else. Mona lives in the Okanagan Valley of BC where she enjoys plentiful fruit harvests, bird-watching, and of course, writing.
The Gift is Mona's fifth book. Also available are Brush with Destiny, But Not for Me, The Reluctant Rockstar, and The Shell Game.

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