Kissing the Captain

Set in 1879 California, this story follows Lilly Warren, a young Black woman tasked with managing her late father's farm under a unique condition in his will that she shares the land with a stranger. Ricardo Benigno, a Spanish captain, unexpectedly inherits a stake in the property as well, leading to an evolving relationship rooted in mutual understanding and the possibility of love. As they navigate their differing backgrounds and the complexities of their connection, they confront the question of whether love can bridge their worlds.