Jackson

LaQuette's novel is a sizzling contemporary romance with a hero who has been burned before and a heroine who is determined to do some good. It has explosive chemistry and a shocking finale. Aja Everett longs to turn her old family home into a place of rest and healing, but she needs help from Jackson Dean, a man who doesn't trust love.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 360 pages
Publication date: 23 February 2021
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

From celebrated author LaQuette comes a sizzling contemporary romance that will leave you breathless, with:

A hot-as-sin hero who's been burned before
A confident, sexy, full-figured heroine determined to do some good
Explosive chemistry in the bedroom…the kitchen…the living room…
And a shocking finale that can't be beat.

Aja Everett longs to turn her old family home into a place where anyone can find rest and healing. But her big heart's bound to get her in trouble if she's not careful—someone wants her gone, and they'll do whatever it takes to drive her away from the land that's her lifeblood. Whether she's willing to admit it or not, she needs help. She needs a man like Jackson Dean.

Jackson doesn't trust love. He once made the mistake of following his heart and all he'd gotten was pain in return. But when do-gooder Aja Everett asks for his help, he can't stay away...and as attraction sizzles and protective instincts flare, she may be the only woman able to restore his broken heart. Sometimes oil and water were meant to mix.

Aja Everett has always been a kind-hearted person, always putting others before herself. But when her family's oil drilling business starts to struggle, she knows that she needs to do something to save it. She decides to turn the old family home into a community center, a place where people can come together and find hope and healing.

At first, Jackson Dean is skeptical about Aja's plan. He's seen the damage that the oil industry has done to the environment and to the people who live in it. But as he gets to know Aja better, he begins to see the potential in her idea. He sees the way that she cares about the community and the way that she's willing to do whatever it takes to make a difference.

As they work together to turn the old house into a community center, Jackson and Aja begin to develop feelings for each other. They're attracted to each other's strength and determination, and they're drawn to each other's sense of humor and warmth. But as they get closer, they also realize that there are obstacles in their way.

Jackson has been burned by love before, and he's not willing to risk his heart again. He's afraid that Aja will hurt him, and he's not sure that he's worth the risk. Aja, on the other hand, is determined to prove that Jackson is wrong. She's willing to do whatever it takes to win his heart, and she's not willing to give up on their relationship even if it means facing her own fears and insecurities.

As they work to turn the old house into a community center, Jackson and Aja face a number of challenges. They have to deal with the opposition of the local oil industry, which is determined to keep Aja from succeeding. They also have to deal with their own personal demons, including Jackson's past trauma and Aja's insecurities about her own worth.

But through it all, they remain determined to make their dream a reality. They work tirelessly to raise money and gather volunteers, and they slowly but surely begin to see the old house transform into a beautiful community center.

As they work, Jackson and Aja begin to develop a deeper understanding of each other. They learn to trust each other and to rely on each other's strengths. They also learn to appreciate each other's differences, and they discover that they have a lot more in common than they ever thought.

In the end, Jackson and Aja's love story is a triumph of hope and perseverance. They overcome their obstacles and emerge stronger and more resilient than ever before. They prove that love can conquer all, even when it seems like the odds are stacked against you.

As they look back on their journey, Jackson and Aja know that they've found something special. They've found each other, and they've found a purpose in their lives. They know that they'll never forget the lessons that they've learned, and they're grateful for the chance to have each other in their lives.

In the end, Aja and Jackson's love story is a beautiful reminder that even when things seem impossible, there is always hope. It's a story of love, determination, and perseverance, and it's a story that will inspire and uplift anyone who reads it.

Weight: 218g
Dimension: 120 x 178 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781492694533