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Chloe Mills, a sharp‑witted intern on her way to an MBA, finds her professional ambitions tested by her demanding boss, Bennett Ryan. The exacting, blunt executive has recently returned to Chicago from France to oversee his family's large media business. Chloe’s talent and undeniable chemistry with Bennett spark a heated attraction that blurs the lines between office duties and personal desire. The escalating tension forces both to confront what they are willing to sacrifice for the one they ultimately want.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Christina Lauren
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