Meet Fox Thornton, a renowned king crab fisherman known for his irresistible charm and carefree demeanor. He’s a master at captivating both hearts and minds, and he relishes his reputation as a guaranteed good time. However, everything changes when he encounters Hannah Bellinger. Unlike others, she remains impervious to his allure and physical appearance, but surprisingly, she’s drawn to his personality and desires friendship. Perplexed by this unexpected turn, Fox decides to suppress any romantic involvement and embraces their platonic connection.
Hannah, in town for work, finds herself staying in Fox’s spare bedroom. While well aware of his ladies’ man status, she firmly asserts that they are merely friends. In fact, she nurses a secret crush on a coworker and believes Fox is the ideal confidant to help her navigate her lackluster love life. Armed with advice from the resident Casanova of Westport, Hannah sets out to catch her colleague’s attention. However, as she spends more time with Fox, her feelings start to shift, and she finds herself wanting him instead. The line between friendship and flirtation blurs, but Hannah refuses to be just another conquest for Fox.
Living together as best friends should have been simple, but with Hannah’s proximity, Fox’s feelings intensify. Seeing her in a towel or sleeping across the hall ignites fantasies of a deeper connection, possibly a lifetime together. Wrestling with his emotions becomes a daily struggle, and Fox realizes he has fallen for Hannah hook, line, and sinker. While helping her pursue another man is torture, he decides to confront his inner demons and show Hannah that he’s ready to commit fully. The question remains: Will Hannah choose the man she thought she wanted, or will Fox prove that he’s the one she truly needs?
In the delightful sequel to “It Happened One Summer,” Tessa Bailey treats readers to another irresistibly charming romantic comedy. This time, the story revolves around a former playboy who unexpectedly finds love with his best friend while assisting her in pursuing someone else.
