Books like Wanting by Penny Jordan
Heather, a successful model, keeps men at bay, obsessing over her own body to protect herself from past wounds. Her guarded life shifts when she meets the enigmatic Race Williams—an expert in temptation and restraint. In their charged interactions, Heather discovers a new kind of longing, challenging her to confront the memories that have kept her isolated.
Her journey explores self‑respect, emotional healing, and the complex dance between attraction and autonomy in contemporary romance.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Penny Jordan
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