The Infamous Miss Ilsa, Ferndale Laine

Street-smart and confident Ilsa Pedersen has become an indispensable right-hand woman at Wilsons Bathhouse, and found a home and family in Fraser Springs. But she hasnt forgotten the shame of being tossed out penniless as a teenage housemaid by the wealthy Whitacre family when she was found kissing their only son. The only thing that will truly secure her future is independence, and Ilsa has plans to open a dress shop in the big city.

Dr. Theo Whitacre must complete an internship at the grand hotel in Fraser Springs before the socially awkward young man can head off to Europe for a career in medical research. Finding Ilsa in this backwater town is a delightful surprise. But while she is more than happy to be his friend, she wont trust him a second time with her heart.

When a rash of illnesses begins plaguing the towns tourists, Theos employer doesnt believe his theory that the hotel is at fault. Only with Ilsas help can Theo save the afflicted patrons, and as they work together, they find their teenage romance rekindling. But as their dreams pull them in such different directions, can they truly make a future together?