The catch? Her boss is , a world-renowned, arrogant British plastic surgeon to the stars. Hayes is a cynical playboy who hides a broken heart behind a wall of scotch and professional coldness. As Tali manages his chaotic life, their mutual disdain transforms into a deep connection through sharp-witted banter and forced proximity.
Reviewers from Goodreads and Reddit frequently praise the realistic, slow-burn development of their feelings.
Readers love this book because the "enemies" phase feels authentic. You believe they dislike each other. That makes the gradual shift to "lovers" feel earned, not manufactured.
The office of Dr. Hayes Flynn was as cold as the man himself. Tali sat across from him, clutching her worn handbag, trying not to look at the numbers on the contract. It was a Faustian bargain: one month of her life for total financial freedom.