About the Book: In scorching New York heat, Paul and Catherine meet while waiting for jury selection, beginning a whirlwind, secret flirtation that quickly evolves into deeper feelings. Though both are mature adults with existing lives and an initial understanding that their connection is purely casual, their encounters—from Manhattan cappuccinos to Chelsea gallery trips—create the illusion of an Italian escape. As their sultry summer week approaches its end, the couple is forced to confront their undeniable connection and decide whether to act on their feelings or relegate the fantasy of “what could have been” to the past