Billionaire rancher Peter built his empire by burying the past and keeping his heart cold. Scarred by betrayal and loss, he made one unbreakable vow: never fall in love.
But when a long-buried secret explodes into his carefully controlled life, Peter is forced into a contract engagement with the last woman he ever expected to see again — Grace, the one who got away… and the one who's carrying his child.
Grace has spent her life fighting for a better future. Strong, independent, and filled with hope, she never imagined that a single night with the man she's loved for years would leave her pregnant and alone.
Now, their paths collide once more — and this time, there's a baby on the line.
Thrown into a forced arrangement neither of them asked for, Peter and Grace must navigate a storm of buried emotions, fiery chemistry, and a dangerous temptation that threatens to break every rule.
He's a man who doesn't believe in love.
She's a woman who can't afford to trust him again.
But a tiny heartbeat might be enough to bring them both to their knees.
Aubrey Hoffmann is a storyteller with a gift for weaving romance, intrigue, and adventure into unforgettable tales. Known for her dynamic characters and gripping narratives, she masterfully balances heartfelt emotion with pulse-pounding suspense. Inspired by the beauty of human connections and the timeless allure of classic literature, Aubrey crafts stories that delve into love, bravery, and the unexpected twists of fate. With every novel, she invites readers on a journey where passion meets peril, and resilience paves the path to destiny.