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Lizabeth Kane, a single mother with no construction experience, hopes to secure a job offered by the charismatic builder Matt Hallahan. Matt, whose life revolves around helping others set up homes, initially resists making time for a relationship.
Despite their differences, Lizabeth’s charm and Matt’s hands‑on expertise spark an unexpected attraction. As they work side by side, they must face the challenges of blending their personal lives with the literal and figurative bricks they lay together.
Can the partnership between Lizabeth and Matt endure the pressures of work, love, and the looming uncertainties of their hearts? The story follows their journey as they build both a career and a future.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Janet Evanovich
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