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Brianne Martin is a spirited teenage girl who finds herself in the heart of Paris, where she meets the enigmatic and charismatic Pierce Hutton. Their instant connection pulls them both into a deep emotional swing, but a clear age boundary and the complexities of Pierce's family weigh heavily on their growing love. Pierce is bound by family commitments and feels deterred by Brianne’s youth, yet she cannot help but fall for him. The romance develops against a backdrop of powerful family enterprises and potential business alliances, creating tension as Pierce devises a plan to merge their families through marriage. Though obstacles seem insurmountable, the bond between Pierce and Brianne ultimately proves strong enough to save each other’s lives.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Diana Palmer
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