Books like Out of the Blue by Jill Shalvis
Hannah Novak enjoys the quiet life of managing a bed‑and‑breakfast with her best friends, but this summer she aims for a bold adventure: true manhunting. Unsure of how to attract a man, she watches her friends’ attempts with bemused sympathy.
Enter Zach Thomas, a rugged and enigmatic police officer in search of a place to stay. Their worlds collide when Hannah, believing Zach to be the ultimate romantic prospect, inadvertently sets the stage for flirtation and attraction, turning a simple guest check‑in into a sizzling summer affair.
As the guests mingle and secrets unfold, Hannah must decide whether to play it safe or follow the heart of this mysterious cop, discovering that love sometimes arrives out of the blue.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Jill Shalvis
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