In a quiet, tree-lined suburb of Washington, the Matthews and Carters live side by side in two stately colonial-style homes. Both families are founded on solid values, and Priya, full of courage and mischief, soon becomes Lily Carter’s best friend, also catching the interest of her brother Henry, who, however, soon leaves for boot camp, determined to honor his family’s military history. When Henry returns, he finds a very different Priya. His sister’s shy and eccentric friend is long gone; in her place stands a young woman who embraces her heritage with confidence and femininity. The attraction between them is undeniable, and a kiss seals the beginning of a relationship that grows and strengthens with every letter exchanged, every dream shared, filled with expectations, doubts, and hopes for a future that can suit them both... Raji Priscilla is a romantic at heart, an entrepreneur, and a devoted mother who believes every life holds a story worth telling. Based in Kuala Lumpur and in her late forties, she writes with emotional honesty and soulful resilience, inspired by her personal journey and the extraordinary people she’s encountered. Priscilla infuses her passion for people and storytelling into everything she does. With travels to many countries (and counting), she continues to chase untold tales and hidden voices. A Kiss in Spring is her debut novel—a tender, heartfelt exploration of first love, family ties, loss, and the quiet courage it takes to rewrite your own ending.