My daddy’s death left me burdened by grief, stuck with a stepmother from hell, and with the weight of our family hotel on my shoulders. The only person who can help me out of this mess, my brother, is halfway across the country, choosing to pretend that our little town of Deception Bay and everything in it, including me, doesn’t exist.
Hamilton Prescott walked into my life, just when I needed saving the most. In his expensive suit and with his irresistible charm, he made me feel seen, special, like the luckiest girl at the wedding.
One night with him was like a dream—until the harsh light of day revealed the truth.
Keywords: small town romance, one night stand gone wrong, emotionally charged romance, grief and love story, family drama romance, heroine in distress, brooding hero romance, steamy romance with secrets, small town hotel romance, forbidden romance book, wedding hookup romance, small town secrets, stepmother from hell trope, emotionally broken heroine, protective male lead, rescue romance, unexpected love story, angst-filled romance, romance with twists, contemporary romance novel, falling for a stranger, new beginning romance, small town with baggage, tragic past romance, emotional slow burn, Deception Bay romance, romance with family legacy, rich man poor girl romance, romance with betrayal, second chance at happiness.
A. K. Steel is a steamy romance and romantic suspense author. She lives on the beautiful South Coast of NSW, Australia, with her partner and three pre-teens, a Cocker Spaniel, and a Lovebird. When she’s not writing or daydreaming about new story ideas, you can find her playing with flowers at the local flower shop or kicking a soccer ball around with her team.
A. K. takes readers on thrilling escapes from reality into her captivating world. With an intoxicating blend of danger and desire, her stories plunge readers into unforgettable journeys where they surrender to the dangerous charms of irresistible heroes and the fierce heroines they love. Lose yourself in fiery chemistry, delectable plot twists, and edge-of-your-seat adventures that culminate in satisfying happily ever afters.