"Pretend It's Love" by Stefanie London is a heartwarming contemporary romance novel that follows the story of Harper Owens, a successful businesswoman who is determined to save her family's failing bakery in a small town in Australia.
Harper is known for her no-nonsense approach to life and relationships, but when her brother's best friend, Declan Hunter, returns to town, she finds herself in a difficult situation. Declan is a charming and handsome firefighter who has always been off-limits, but now he needs Harper's help to win a bet that could secure a promotion at work.
Desperate to save her bakery, Harper agrees to pretend to be Declan's girlfriend for a month, hoping to keep their arrangement strictly business. However, as they spend more time together, their chemistry becomes undeniable, and they find themselves drawn to each other in unexpected ways.
As Harper and Declan navigate their fake relationship, they also confront their past, including their childhood crushes and unresolved feelings. Along the way, they discover that love can sometimes be found in the most unexpected places.
"Pretend It's Love" is a delightful and steamy romance novel that explores themes of family, friendship, and second chances. With witty banter, sizzling romance, and a sweet small-town setting, Stefanie London delivers a heartwarming love story that will leave readers swooning.