Books like Opposites Attract by Nora Roberts
Asher Wolfe, the "ice princess" known for her precise control, returns to the tennis circuit after a painful, failed marriage. Years earlier, she and the fiery, flash-heavy Ty Starbuck shared a sensational, unforgettable romance that ended in misunderstandings and heartbreak. Now, as they compete from Wimbledon to Forest Hills, Ty's bold eyes challenge Asher to rekindle the passion that once bound them, while Asher balances her ambition for victory with the unresolved emotions of a past love.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Nora Roberts
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