In Nelson Pahl's enchanting and rousing debut novella, Bee Balms & Burgundy, Nick May is a thriving Gen X entrepreneur now living in Vancouver. At 32, he's lost patience with live-in girlfriend Sonja, as well as business partner Jason. Upon a late summer visit to his hometown of St. Paul, he reacquaints with childhood neighbor and lifelong friend Mia. Unbeknownst to Nick, Mia has suffered a life-threatening and eye-opening setback. She also harbors a powerful secret—one that will change Nick forever. |