Once Upon An Unrequited Love: Romancing the Billionaire

Zoey Locke · Z.L. Arkadie

Oct 2023 · Romancing The Boss and Billionaire Book 2 · Flaming Hearts Press LLC

About this ebook

What happens when the world's most sought-after billionaire bachelor falls head over heels for a woman who’s made a vow to never love him back? He changes her mind.

Max Grove isn't just any man; he's my best friend’s brother and the world's most desired billionaire bachelor. He captivates with his intellect, success, and undeniable charisma. His presence commands attention, a brooding, intense force that's as mysterious as it is irresistible. Yet, his heart beats for one woman — the one who's sworn never to love him back.

And that woman, is me.

From the first moment our eyes locked, Max was helplessly in love with me. It’s been easy to resist him because he can be ruthless in pursuit of what he wants.

Now that we find ourselves alone in his family's villa in Lake Como, Italy, I’m finding it quite surprising that his captivating appeal and worldly charm are starting to wear down my defenses. But falling in love with Max Grove means betraying everything I promised to protect. So, his love for me can only be unrequited—right?

Brace yourself for a love story that defies all odds in Once Upon An Unrequited Love, the breathtaking conclusion of The Lord Brothers of Manhattan, and Romancing the Boss and Billionaire series. This emotional and heartwarming romance read will leave you breathless.

“Oh, Lake,” he whispers, drawing me against him and enveloping me in his warmth. You can’t fear death or love.” I close my eyes as the gentle kiss he places on my shoulder sends a fresh flutter of butterflies through my belly. “One thing is for certain: We’re all going to die one day. But true love—that’s not guaranteed. And I can love you, Lake. I can love you until I take my last breath...”

Ratings and reviews

In the final instalment of the series, R.T.B. concludes with Lake and Max's love story. Their story unfolds at a more leisurely pace, emphasizing the vulnerability and growth of both characters as they navigate the process of un-guarding their hearts to find love in each other. While the tempo didn't entirely resonate with me, I could appreciate it for the character development. However, personally, I would have preferred a more sizzling passion in the narrative to conclude the spicy series.

yes another good read

awfully good😊

About the author

Zoey Locke writes fun, slow-burn billionaire romance novels featuring interconnected standalone books with irresistible chemistry and steamy, emotional storylines. Her billionaire romance series often center around swoon-worthy heroes and strong, relatable heroines, with characters who share family ties—whether they are brothers, sisters, or cousins.

Zoey's stories blend witty banter, emotional depth, and high-heat romance, creating an addictive reading experience. She loves crafting books with popular romance tropes that readers adore, including enemies to lovers, grumpy/sunshine, friends to lovers, second chances, boss/employee, and forced proximity.

Her books are perfect for fans of romantic comedy with heart, spicy billionaire romances, and lighthearted contemporary love stories.

Z.L. Arkadie writes steamy, twist-filled romances where power collides with passion and no secret stays buried for long. Her stories are known for their emotionally intense heroes, strong heroines, and the kind of jaw-dropping suspense that keeps readers turning pages late into the night.

When she’s not unraveling forbidden love stories on the page, Z.L. loves traveling, hiking with her dog, and adventuring alongside her real-life hero—her handsome boyfriend, who’s every bit as sexy and complicated as the billionaires she writes about.