Dante Steele never looks back. He left his past and his high school sweetheart, Hazel, in the dust to build an empire from scratch—and he's never regretted a thing. Or at least, that’s what he tells himself when he receives an invitation to his ex-girlfriend Amelia’s wedding. Determined to make an appearance with a gorgeous date on his arm, he decides an escort will do the trick. After all, why waste his energy on anyone real?

But fate has other plans.

Hazel has spent the last two years paying her dues as an anonymous escort, her identity carefully protected, her reasons her own. Her latest gig? To show up at a wedding on the arm of a mystery client, with only a white rose as her clue. She’d never expect that mystery man to be Dante Steele, the one man she’s sworn to forget. The boy who left a note instead of an explanation, breaking her heart in the middle of the night.

What was supposed to be a quick, easy gig has just gotten a whole lot messier. With only a night to settle old scores, Hazel and Dante are about to crash the wedding of the year, but they may end up facing the fallout of a lifetime. After all, exes and revenge make one dangerous combination—and love never does follow the plan.

Will they walk away once again, or is this the second chance neither saw coming?

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Who this Story is For:

This story is for readers who love second chance romance with intense emotional depth, where characters confront their pasts and fight for a love that they almost lost. It’s ideal for those who enjoy rich man, poor woman dynamics, where social class differences add tension but ultimately lead to a beautiful, fulfilling relationship. Fans of enemies to lovers will enjoy the journey of Dante and Hazel overcoming past hurts and misunderstandings to find healing in each other’s arms.

For readers who love angsty confessions and characters who are both flawed and capable of immense personal growth, this book offers a rich exploration of love that heals wounds. The healing love trope will resonate with readers who enjoy stories about people saving each other from their emotional baggage, with a powerful message about loyalty, sacrifice, and redemption. If you enjoy jealous exes and a bit of spicy romantic tension with a guaranteed happily ever after, this is the perfect book for you. Whether you like a little drama, steam, or just a beautifully slow-burn romance, this one checks all the boxes.

Tropes

• Second Chance Romance
• Forbidden Love
• Rich Man, Poor Woman
• Enemies to Lovers
• Healing Love
• Tug-of-War Between Duty and Desire
• Angsty Confessions
• Jealous Exes
• Vulnerable Hero
• Happily Ever After