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When Christmas approaches, billionaire playboy Elijah Vanaldi discovers he is the legal guardian of his small, orphaned nephew. His reputation as a carefree king‑pin raises doubts about his suitability as a father. To protect the child, Elijah will stop at nothing.
Ainslie Farrell is homeless and jobless, but a chance opportunity leads her into Elijah’s lavish household. The offer is irresistible, yet the bachelor’s ambitions extend beyond his domestic role—he insists on marriage. A love story unfolds amid wealth, responsibility, and the challenges of blending a high‑profile life with unexpected family duties.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Carol Marinelli
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