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Sydney Hayward’s sudden promotion to head her family's corporation leaves her with little room for personal complications. Yet, when Mikhail Stanislaski—a rugged, earth‑bound man from a vastly different world—enters her life, his powerful presence and work‑trained hands spark a profound, reluctant attraction that threatens to upend her single‑minded focus on business.
As Sydney navigates class differences and the expectations of her affluent background, Mikhail’s unconventional charm and unyielding charisma force her to reconsider her belief that she can never love anyone. The narrative explores the tension between responsibility and desire, highlighting how an unexpected encounter can redirect a life built on control.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Nora Roberts
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