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Lauren Asher
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Love Redesigned
Love Redesigned by Lauren Asher is a steamy small-town romance that follows childhood rivals and family friends, Julian Lopez and Dahlia Muñoz, who are forced to work together renovating a historic house. Julian, a billionaire with a grumpy exterior but a heart of gold, initially wants to help Dahlia find her creative spark just to get her to leave town, but soon realizes he wants her to stay. Dahlia, recovering from a broken engagement, tries to avoid Julian but agrees to collaborate with him when he makes her an irresistible offer. Their forced partnership reignites years of denied attraction and complicated emotions, making falling in love both inevitable and unplanned. The novel explores themes of second chances, healing, family dynamics, and personal growth, set against the cozy backdrop of Lake Wisteria. It is the first book in the Lakefront Billionaires series and concludes with a happy ending, featuring a mix of humor, heartfelt moments, and "HGTV vibes" throughout the story.
Love Unwritten
Love Unwritten by Lauren Asher is an adult contemporary romance novel that explores the emotional journey of Rafael Lopez, a gruff billionaire single father, and Ellie Sinclair, an unemployed songwriter who becomes the nanny for Rafael's son. Set against the backdrop of a summer vacation across two idyllic islands, the story delves into the complex dynamics of trust, love, and healing. Rafael struggles with emotional walls caused by a painful divorce and challenges in connecting with his son, while Ellie navigates her own insecurities and a past betrayal involving her songwriting career. Their slow-burning romance is marked by the tension between their past connections and present vulnerabilities, ultimately portraying how two broken people learn to open their hearts, embrace love, and rebuild trust. The book is praised for its heartfelt character development, emotional depth, and the nuanced depiction of family and romantic relationships within the single dad/nanny trope.
Love Arranged
"Love Arranged" by Lauren Asher is the third and final book in the Lakefront Billionaires series. It follows Lorenzo Vittori and Lily Muñoz, two people with a complicated history who enter into a fake relationship to improve Lorenzo’s public image. Lily is reluctant after discovering Lorenzo is her match on a dating app, especially since her sister’s boyfriend dislikes him and her mother is wary. When Lily’s business is threatened, they team up with an agreement: Lily helps Lorenzo win a mayoral election, and in return, he protects her shop. While they fake their relationship publicly, private emotions grow complicated, especially since Lily is not cut out for fake relationships and Lorenzo isn't capable of real ones. The story explores themes of trust, history, and unexpected love in a high-stakes, emotionally charged setting