He shouldn't have kissed me. But I shouldn't have liked it.

Garrett Cooper is grumpy. Bossy. Rude. Sparks fly every time we’re in the same room—and not the good kind. While I’m trying to brighten the mood, he’s dismissing me with a roll of his eyes.

One thing’s for sure. Garrett and me? We would never work.

But there’s the problem...

He’s my last, best chance to save my family’s hotel.

He waltzes into our business meeting—grinning like a Bond villain—and verbally eviscerates me in front of my father and uncle. I try to see the good in everyone, but the only thing this guy has going for him is dark hair, a rugged jawline, and black slacks that hug a fantastic rear end.

I convince him to one last meeting. Just the two of us. A do-over, if you will. Instead of focusing on business, the sparks between us catch fire.

Tall, dark, and evil has never been my thing, but staring into those stormy eyes makes me feel equal parts alive and uncomfortable. Nothing good comes from mixing business with pleasure, especially not with a man like this. Intense. Glowering. And holding the lifeline for my family.

Before I know it, inappropriate text conversations become an X-rated phone call I will never forget. Suddenly, this grumpy, growly man is feeding me strawberries in bed, and what am I supposed to do with that?

He doesn’t do relationships. He doesn’t even do connection.

And I’m supposed to be closing a deal, not enjoying that trick he does with his belt.

I have to put an end to this.

I will put an end to this.

Maybe after one last kiss....