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Bridget Weiss dreams of becoming a renowned lingerie designer, but her reality is far from glamorous—she’s buying groceries and selling custom bras and thongs to keep her small shop afloat. When Adam Hale, her brother’s close friend, arrives in town, he mistakenly thinks Bridget is a dancer and begins to see her in an entirely different light. As their friendship deepens, Bridget’s confidence and sensuality draw Adam closer, sparking a romantic tension that neither can ignore. Between boutique challenges and personal insecurities, the two find that a blend of humor, honesty, and desire may just be the key to turning their lives around.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Marie Donovan
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