LORI FOSTER

Charlie’s always taken care of herself, but now she and Harry must learn to count on each other. Charlie trusts no one and counts on no one. She’s busy running her bar to support herself and her sister. Abandoned by her father, she always had to take care of herself, especially after her mother's death. Then one day Charlie is taken hostage. Also taken is Harry, a private investigator in the middle of a case. Soaked by the rain, the two barely escape with their lives. If they’re going to get through this, they’re going to have to rely on each other…

Olivia's life is all about her work, so she deeply respects Tony as a business owner. That's why his offer comes as such a complete shock. He wants her to have his baby! He isn't looking for marriage?he's looking for someone who will accept his offer in exchange for his assistance in business. Although she's anxious about it, Olivia wants to be intimate with a man at least once, and she thinks may never find another man as attractive or convenient as Tony. She agrees to the unusual deal, all the while trying to hide the guilt she feels for keeping her secret from him.