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Valerie Lynne is a self-confessed word junkie with a deep love for all things romance. By day, she works in financial services; by night, she writes romance that sizzles. A lifelong Rhode Islander, Valerie lives with two spoiled fur babies, Chanel, and Gianni.

She's on a never-ending quest for the perfect cup of coffee and has a soft spot for all things girly and pink. Fashion illustration, paranormal television shows, Hallmark movies, and baseball are a few of her favorite things. She shares her writing space with a collection of fashion, modern, and antique dolls she began collecting in childhood. When she's not writing or collecting, you'll find her adding to her ever-growing TBR pile or enjoying time with friends and family.

Valerie loves connecting with fellow book lovers on Substack. You can also find her on TikTok, Facebook, BookBub, Instagram, and Goodreads.

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A misunderstood billionaire with a playboy reputation.

Henrique Santana left Miami, Florida to prove a point—he is more than a pretty face. As a land developer for Santana Construction Company under the direction of his real-estate mogul father, Henrique will do whatever it takes to transform Historic Newport, Rhode Island's waterfront into the world's largest 5-star resort community. But, rumored as a notorious playboy, few believe him capable of securing the necessary zoning for the multi-million-dollar land deal.

An introverted bookseller fearful of losing all she holds dear.

Victoria Hathaway has worked hard to establish a thriving business along Newport Harbor and is proud of her strong roots in \"The City by the Sea.\" She'll never willingly sign over her inheritance—the multi-generation colonial home that stands in the way of the building of a 5-star resort community. Even if that means she must battle the powerful Santana Construction Company's continuous attempts to seize her land.

Sexually aroused by the enemy, the stakes are high.

Henry finds it impossible to stay away from the shy but sexy Victoria. Sparks fly when Victoria meets the handsome stranger until she discovers he's the one who is threatening to take her land. Desperate and determined, Victoria struggles to save her home and her livelihood while ignoring her growing attraction for the man who threatens to destroy it all.

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