Books like The Bachelor's Bargain by Jessica Steele
Merren faces unexpected hardship when she sells her late mother's ring to support her brother, only to be robbed. Jarad Montgomery steps in, offering to replace the money. In return, Merren proposes a one‑year dating arrangement as repayment. Initially skeptical, she finds herself drawn into Jarad’s world, and the terms of their bargain begin to evolve as genuine affection and challenges surface.
This contemporary romance explores themes of trust, sacrifice, and the blurred line between a contractual engagement and true love, all set against the backdrop of modern small‑town life.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Jessica Steele
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