Song of the Hundred-Year Summer

In this short standalone fantasy romance inspired by Beauty and the Beast, Naia, an outcast in her village, strives for acceptance while facing the challenge of a relentless summer curse. To break the spell, she must confront a formidable beast who surprises her with his humanity and depth. As she grapples with her feelings for the creature and her loyalty to the villagers who shun her, Naia finds herself torn between two worlds, each offering a different kind of belonging.