A Royal Twist
Paperback
Series: The Clover City Files, Book 4
Publisher: Barbara Howard
Published: Sep 9 2024
Pages: 182
Weight: 0.45
Height: 0.42 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
When renowned chef Raphael plans an extraordinary proposal for his girlfriend Harper under the guise of a royal event, misunderstandings and secrets threaten to derail his perfect plan. As Harper's suspicions grow and her nemesis returns with sinister plots, their love faces its ultimate test. In a heartwarming twist, Raphael's true intentions are revealed, promising a fairy tale proposal if they can overcome the looming dangers together.
When renowned chef Raphael Parera decides to propose to his girlfriend, Harper, a feisty tabloid reporter, he knows the moment must be as extraordinary as their love. With her birthday just around the corner, Raphael crafts a grand plan: he will surprise Harper with a magical proposal under the guise of preparing a lavish event for a crown princess secretly visiting the United States.
But secrets and misunderstandings threaten to unravel Raphael's perfect plan. As Harper helps Raphael set up for the so-called royal affair, she begins to notice peculiarities that make her suspicious. Is Raphael really hiding a royal guest, or could he possibly be infatuated with this mysterious princess? Fearing the worst, Harper's journalistic instincts go into overdrive, and she starts to question Raphael's loyalty, nearly ending their relationship in the process.
As if the tension wasn't enough, Harper's nemesis, Robert Gaines, returns with a vengeance. Harper's in-depth expose on his shady business practices had led to a class action lawsuit that nearly shuttered his company. Now, Gaines is back, determined to make Harper pay. His sinister plots put Harper's life in jeopardy, adding a layer of danger to an already complicated situation.
In a heartwarming twist filled with festive charm, Raphael's true intentions come to light, revealing a proposal that's straight out of a fairy tale. But will Harper's doubts and the looming threat from her vengeful adversary overshadow the love they share, or can their shared dream bring them closer than ever before, triumphing over all obstacles?
BONUS Short Story included.
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