One of my favorite reviews of all time was from a reader who said she hated fake relationship books – until she read one of mine – and found herself loving the story and characters.
That book was Undercover Boyfriend (which happens to also have one of my favorite covers, but I digress).
Turns out, the fake relationship is one of my favorite stories to write. And I’ve done several of them through the years.
The short list below highlights a few:
Undercover Boyfriend –
After her fiancé was killed in action, Sloan Mathison gave up on dating. Especially the bold, heroic type. But when an interested coworker begins stalking her, she must find help. Fortunately, her brother’s friend Jake is back in town. Even better, he’s willing to pretend to be her boyfriend to keep her safe.
Lila Copeland seized her chance for a fresh start and never looked back. After years of school and training, she’s coming home to put her stamp on the family bakery.
Unfortunately, trouble follows…in the form of Travis Upton. The security expert isn’t just the man she’s been crushing on for months, he’s the man accusing her of a major jewelry heist.
Debra’s Protector – Your past will find you, even on an island paradise…
At forty-six, Debra Wheeler is thriving in her dream job as the manager for the Ellington Cove resort in Key West. Brick by painful brick, she’s built a life she can finally be proud of.
But when an old acquaintance blackmails her–demanding access to the resort guests’ valuables–protecting herself means revealing her worst mistakes to the resort’s special security team. Including sexy silver fox Wes Slater.
One of my favorites in this niche includes a holiday story:
Brett – She’s been betrayed too often…
Nikki Weston is spending Christmas -and her birthday- in South Carolina, far from Hollywood and the prying gaze of a relentless stalker. With good friends close and a private beach outside her window, her working holiday is paradise until the stalker strikes again. Now, to protect others she must ask for help, but trust is not her strong suit.
Can a sexy bodyguard flip the script?
Dean knows marriage is not for him. He’s better off alone. Functions best that way.
Except when it comes to his Athena Project partner, Melody Boyd. This former CIA agent is professional, talented, and as dedicated to helping others as Dean. He’s tamped down his burning attraction to her from day one—always putting their missions first.
But when a former enemy targets Mel, Dean makes her the priority. He’ll do whatever it takes to keep her safe. Even becoming her undercover husband.
Happy reading!
