A PAIR OF KEYS COULD CHANGE SAM’S LIFE FOREVER. They unlock a story hidden away for three-quarters of a century, one that will send him on an unexpected journey. He will discover the extraordinary history of a little-known air force unit in World War II that is linked to his own family’s past.

Will his search for answers and his determination to do the right thing lead Sam to a fortune and a priceless treasure of the heart? Or will everything he experiences along the way leave him engulfed in heartache?

From New England and South Texas to Mexico City and the Philippines, THE KEYS brings to life two captivating stories generations apart.

A tale of love lost and love found. A reminder that, even when ephemeral, love can transcend time.

About the Author

Rafael Silva lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife and their pets. His books are works of gentle-read fiction. They will appeal to audiences searching for romantic stories with relatable characters. In the tradition of Erich Segal’s Love Story and Nicholas Sparks’s The Notebook, we hope readers will find his novels compelling and entertaining.

The keys

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DECLAN IS AN EXCEPTIONAL SURGEON WHOSE LIFE HAS ALWAYS BEEN STRUCTURED. Then a mysterious package turns up that could alter his fate. Its contents are linked to a deeply troubled patient he once helped. Crossing paths with this patient gave him a glimpse of a blissful life and the meaning of love. But it came at a painful price.

With the package now in his hands, Declan must make a choice. Will he ignore what lies within and keep the past behind him? Or will he fully embrace the contents and risk immeasurable heartache?

From the Texas Gulf Coast to Mexico City and the Berkshires of Massachusetts, THE PACKAGE brings to life Declan’s endearing tale.

A story of chance encounters, second chances, and taking a chance on love.

The package

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The Limbic System is the part of the brain responsible for emotion and memory. It’s where we process feelings––from love to hate and exhilaration to sorrow. With THE KEYS and THE PACKAGE, we hope to set astir––in memorable and heartfelt ways––our readers’ limbic systems.