This document presents excerpts from "One Summer in Santa Fe" by Molly Evans, a romance novel set in New Mexico. The story introduces Dr. Taylor Jenkins, an emergency room physician whose independent life is upended when he agrees to care for his nephew, Alex, for six weeks. This temporary guardianship forces Taylor to confront his commitment issues and brings him into contact with Piper, a compassionate travel nurse who helps him navigate Alex's needs and the challenges of unexpected emergencies, including a dramatic encounter with a rabid coyote. As Taylor and Piper support each other through personal and professional crises, their relationship deepens, exploring themes of family, responsibility, and the surprising path to love in a vibrant city.