Romance, Women's Fiction
Description
She’s a beauty, but he’s just a geek.
The world might think billionaire Xavier Gaines has it all, but he’s got a big problem. His successful software company is about to sign a government contract that’ll land him smack in the glare of the public limelight, and his lifelong battle with social anxiety has marked him as a cold, uncaring bastard in the eyes of the press. To dispel the unflattering image, he needs help, and there’s only one person he trusts with the job—Peyton Smoke. Gorgeous, kind, and funny, she agrees to be his media relations director and soon imbeds herself so deeply in his life, his world will crumble if anything upsets the balance. He cannot screw up their solid unit. No matter how achingly he desires her. Yet, how is he supposed to resist when she tugs emotions from him he didn’t think he was capable of experiencing? Especially since it appears he’s not the only one fighting their undeniable attraction.
Ever-after just might be possible...if he can convince her to believe in love again.
Peyton Smoke is looking for a change, and working at Gaines Industries has given her the boost she needs to fill the empty void in her life. Xavier is the perfect boss. Under his seemingly callous, frigid demeanor lies a compassionate man who cares about causes and those precious few he lets into his inner circle. What she wasn’t prepared for is the smoldering passion suddenly flaring between them, nor the hot-as-sin alpha side beneath the layer of sexy nerd. Getting involved with him puts more than her job at risk. She’s been trampled one too many times, and she vowed never to leave herself vulnerable again. But the heart wants what the heart wants. If only she can figure out whether his feelings are genuine or if this is a mistaken case of gratitude wrapped in lust, then their shot at forever may not seem like such a fruitless hope.
5 STARS
This book had all the "feels" to it. And I was on Xavier's side like at the speed of light. The author did a great job of drawing me into both of the main characters. They showed the depth of their personalities, their hurts, their challenges and even their successes. There was such tenderness on Xavier's part too. And the fact that he loved his family so much didn't hurt either.
"X' is what Peyton called Xavier when they were out of the public eye and that made me smile. X has the family that Peyton no longer has but she doesn't get how much they adore her. Well, not until later at least. Peyton does have one best friend, Kate who would protect her to the end. But she is snarky with X calling him "Moneybags".
This story was not only sweet but it also has some heat later on. It was also unlike any other stories I've read. Just on the social anxiety of a rich businessman who's a nerd, part alone. That idea sparked my interest and kept me involved.
And I just have to mention that the descriptions of places like the family home in Napa, Nate's home and some of the fundraisers and the offices was well fleshed out. A+ for the details.
I really liked that the title of this book is shown to be a really good decision. In fact, it's perfect.
And so is the ending of the story.
I received an ARC through Netgalley and am voluntarily providing an honest review.
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