The fictional world created by New Glarus authors Ashley Arn and Jessica Aasve is expanding from the snow-covered streets of America’s Little Switzerland to the sunlit vineyards of California wine country.

Their second novel, Love Between Two Valleys, reconnects readers with characters from Love in Little Switzerland while building a new romance around two communities that may look very different but share a strong appreciation for local businesses, traditions and places where people gather.

The new story centers on Tess, a fiercely independent character who appeared along the edges of the authors’ first novel, and Jax, a confident and compassionate vineyard owner who understands that strength and vulnerability can exist together.

The authors, who write under the shared pen name Jessica Ashley, say the new book explores healing, hope, second chances and the possibility of finding love when life takes an unexpected turn.