Series prequel

All heiress Charlie wants is her father's approval. Falling for the rugged wilderness guide standing in the way of her big break wasn't part of the plan.

Charlie Sinclair is done trying to meet other people's expectations. The only thing she still wants to prove? That she's worthy of taking over her father's property development empire. Securing the perfect location for their next luxury resort in the charming town of Cape Wilde should do it—if only the infuriatingly handsome owner of Wilde Outdoor Adventures would sell.

Rhett West has poured his heart and soul into his outdoor adventure company, the last thing connecting him to his family's legacy. He's learned the hard way that some things are worth more than money, and no ambitious city developer is going to change his mind—even if she has curves that drive him wild, and a sassy attitude that has him forgetting past heartbreak.

So when Charlie realizes her father’s plan won’t work, she proposes something new. Can she convince Rhett to put aside his distrust of big city developers to work together? Or will he push her away, along with their chance at love?

A steamy, small-town romance featuring a curvy heroine with a smart mouth and a wounded hero learning to trust again. Perfect for readers who love enemies-to-lovers, and small-town charm with plenty of steam.

Tropes

Small Town, Enemies to lovers, Only one bed, Forced Proximity, Curvy woman, He Chops Wood