Studfinder: The World of True North

L.B. Dunbar · Heart Eyes Press

Aug 2021 · Heart Eyes Press LLC

About this ebook

Who does that sexy silver fox think he is, sitting in her spot in the Busy Bean Cafe?

Over forty, with zero filter, Rita Kaplan loves her coffee, her hiking boots, and her law practice. Life hasn’t always been carefree, though, and Rita’s past holds the scars of poor decisions after deep loss. She survived, though, and no smirky silver fox is going to get in the way of her happiness. Even if he knows how to use his drill, screwdriver, and every other tool in his box to tempt her . . .

Former arson investigator Jake Drummond could add ex-con to his resume if he had one. Instead, he’s serving the final year of his sentence on probation. This involves mandatory AA meetings, hosted by a feisty local attorney, and working on a renovation project, supervised by the same annoyingly attractive whirlwind, who also believes she owns the exclusive rights to a comfy couch in his new favorite coffee shop. Soon she’s everywhere, including the few places she shouldn’t be--like in his bed and in his heart.

Can opposites lower their walls and construct something everlasting . . . or will their connected past lead to demolition for two hearts in need of a rebuild?

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Studfinder is a stand-alone novel in the Busy Bean series of Sarina Bowen's World of True North! Stop in for coffee and romance. Java isn't the only thing brewing around here...

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For fans of: Sarina Bowen, True North, Emily Henry, Marie Force, Piper Rayne, Kendall Ryan, Amanda Siegrist, Devney Perry, Carrie Ann Ryan, Rebecca Yarros, Chelle Bliss, Sarah Mayberry, L.B. Dunbar, J.H. Croix, Rebecca Norrine, Lisa Hughey, Erin Wright, BJ Daniels, Kate Pearce, Cora Seton, Vivian Arend, JH Croix, Jennifer Ryan, Diana Palmer, Elle James, Corinne Michaels, Kelly Hunter, Amy Andrews, Lori Wild, Sinclair Jayne, Jeannie Watt, Kristen Callihan, Jane Porter.

Search terms: Busy Bean, True North World, World of True North, forbidden romance, contemporary romance, Vermont romance, Sarina Bowen's World of True North, coffee shop romance.

Ratings and reviews

He is a stud all right! I love that the characters are older and therefore somewhat more mature. The story flows well and there is no unnecessary drama other than their own misgivings. They have amazing chemistry together and loved seeing them put their walls down while building a lasting relationship.

This was a good story. Both Jake and Rita take an emotional roller coaster ride in this one. Rita is finally feeling like she's moving on from her tragedy and Jake is looking for a second chance at life. This one took some twists that had me gasping. Rita and Jake have an easy connection. I was rooting for them. There is going to be many tests of their relationship, but you can tell they have what it takes. Can they see that past the pain? I really liked Rita. She has overcome a lot to be where she is. She so deserves a second chance at love. This book shows how much inner strength both Rita and Jake have. I loved their little inside jokes and the little things they do for one another. I would recommend this one!

4.5 Silver Fox Stars! I devoured this one. I loved this enemies to lovers storyline. Jake and Rita had instant electric chemistry. Their journey will captivate you from the beginning and hold you until the end. A great addition to this series!