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Stranded with the Tempting Stranger / The Executive's Surprise Baby
RISKY BUSINESS
High-powered lawyer Brandon Washington knew how to win. He had to be ruthless, cutthroat and, for his latest case, irresistible. His biggest client, the family of the late hotel magnate John Garrison, had sent Brandon under an assumed name to the Bahamas to track down their newly discovered half-sister. He would find her, charm her and uncover all her secrets.
But as soon as Brandon met the beautiful heiress, the lines began to blur. Between the truth and the lies. Between her secrets and his. Between his ambition...and a chance to be loved. And as a storm gathered over the Caribbean, Brandon knew the reckoning was coming. And this time, winning could be the last thing he wanted.
High-powered lawyer Brandon Washington knew how to win. He had to be ruthless, cutthroat and, for his latest case, irresistible. His biggest client, the family of the late hotel magnate John Garrison, had sent Brandon under an assumed name to the Bahamas to track down their newly discovered half-sister. He would find her, charm her and uncover all her secrets.
But as soon as Brandon met the beautiful heiress, the lines began to blur. Between the truth and the lies. Between her secrets and his. Between his ambition...and a chance to be loved. And as a storm gathered over the Caribbean, Brandon knew the reckoning was coming. And this time, winning could be the last thing he wanted.
- GenresRomance
384 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2013
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About the author
Brenda Jackson
898 books3,594 followersIn 1994, Brenda Jackson’s first novel, Tonight and Forever, was released. Since then she has had more than 100 novels and novellas published (the first African-American author to accomplish such a feat) and has over 3 million books in print.
A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Brenda is the first African-American author to have a book published by Harlequin Desire and the first African-American romance author to make the New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller lists within the series romance genre.
In 2012, Brenda received the Romance Writers of America’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award—one of the highest literary awards a romance author can receive. In 2013, she was recognized by the mayor and the city of Jacksonville as being a Trailblazer in the literary field.
In 2010, she collaborated with Five Alive Films to turn her Truly Everlasting title into a feature film. Brenda’s 2011 novel A Silken Thread is scheduled to be filmed with Debbie Allen attached as director in 2015.
Email Brenda at authorbrendajackson@gmail.com or visit her on her website at brendajackson.net.
A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Brenda is the first African-American author to have a book published by Harlequin Desire and the first African-American romance author to make the New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller lists within the series romance genre.
In 2012, Brenda received the Romance Writers of America’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award—one of the highest literary awards a romance author can receive. In 2013, she was recognized by the mayor and the city of Jacksonville as being a Trailblazer in the literary field.
In 2010, she collaborated with Five Alive Films to turn her Truly Everlasting title into a feature film. Brenda’s 2011 novel A Silken Thread is scheduled to be filmed with Debbie Allen attached as director in 2015.
Email Brenda at authorbrendajackson@gmail.com or visit her on her website at brendajackson.net.
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March 27, 2022
Excellent stories.
I enjoyed Cassie and Brandon's story. Secrets left by John, deceit by Brandon and Parker and a family affair in the end. I was happy with how the story ended. Cassie and Parker were very much alike and I thought they were able to work things out perfectly for the business. This is my first book read by author Mann and she did a good Jo telling Brooke ad Jordan story. Who would have thought that other Jeffries brothers would marry into the Garrison family. Both stories were well developed. The Garrisons saga is worth the time to read.
I enjoyed Cassie and Brandon's story. Secrets left by John, deceit by Brandon and Parker and a family affair in the end. I was happy with how the story ended. Cassie and Parker were very much alike and I thought they were able to work things out perfectly for the business. This is my first book read by author Mann and she did a good Jo telling Brooke ad Jordan story. Who would have thought that other Jeffries brothers would marry into the Garrison family. Both stories were well developed. The Garrisons saga is worth the time to read.
December 30, 2017
Surprisingly intriguing moments
Cassie and Brandon Jarrett story was and is a unique opportunity of forgiveness and trust being rebuilt. After the loss of loved ones and dealing with infidelity, it was a whirlwind to see if the past would hold Cassie and Brandon back or forge something special.
Cassie and Brandon Jarrett story was and is a unique opportunity of forgiveness and trust being rebuilt. After the loss of loved ones and dealing with infidelity, it was a whirlwind to see if the past would hold Cassie and Brandon back or forge something special.
September 11, 2017
Two good stories
Both stories in this book were very good. Definitely filled with surprises and some drama. The Jefferies family and the Garrison family are slowly coming together.
Both stories in this book were very good. Definitely filled with surprises and some drama. The Jefferies family and the Garrison family are slowly coming together.
August 1, 2017
Wow
Two really good,interesting reads.I really have to get the next story in this series.It offers everything you could possibly want in a great read.
Two really good,interesting reads.I really have to get the next story in this series.It offers everything you could possibly want in a great read.
May 5, 2019
Found something I had missed out on...the passion and the locations take me away. Thanks ladies.
February 19, 2014
This was a great story. John Garrison had two families for over twenty years. Family #1 has no clue, Family #2 knew all about the others - but when John passes everyone finds out at the reading of the will. He leaves Cassie (family #2) sole ownership of the hotel in the Bahamas. Family #1 sends their lawyer (under an assumed name) to the Bahamas to try to coerce Cassie to sell the hotel. Sparks fly and they fall in love.
This is actually 2 books in one. The 2nd book picks up after John Garrison's funeral and the reading of the will. One of the twins, Brooke is in shock that they have a sibling that they were unaware of.
She goes to their hotel to have a drink, throws caution to the wind and ends up sleeping with the Garrisons archrival, Jordan Jeffries. Forward 5 months later, and Brooke finds herself pregnant and not sure what to do. Her twin, Brittany is engaged to Emilio (Jordan's younger brother) so at dinner one night she just blurts out that she's pregnant. She knows this will get back to Jordan and thinks she an control the situation, but can she?
This is actually 2 books in one. The 2nd book picks up after John Garrison's funeral and the reading of the will. One of the twins, Brooke is in shock that they have a sibling that they were unaware of.
She goes to their hotel to have a drink, throws caution to the wind and ends up sleeping with the Garrisons archrival, Jordan Jeffries. Forward 5 months later, and Brooke finds herself pregnant and not sure what to do. Her twin, Brittany is engaged to Emilio (Jordan's younger brother) so at dinner one night she just blurts out that she's pregnant. She knows this will get back to Jordan and thinks she an control the situation, but can she?
July 5, 2014
I loved how this story played out. I really enjoyed how she was able to connect with her extended siblings in the process. Their mother was a trip but Cassie didn't let the old bag slow her roll.
Oh Jordan was a a-hole but he held his own and went for what he wanted even if it meant going to blows with big brother. Megan was too far out at times, she had her nerves to be mad but she sure wasn't when he was running through her. Even with Jordan being a jerk at times at other times he came across as a great guy. She seemed to try her best to make him out as the bad guy no matter what. In the end I enjoyed the story.
Oh Jordan was a a-hole but he held his own and went for what he wanted even if it meant going to blows with big brother. Megan was too far out at times, she had her nerves to be mad but she sure wasn't when he was running through her. Even with Jordan being a jerk at times at other times he came across as a great guy. She seemed to try her best to make him out as the bad guy no matter what. In the end I enjoyed the story.
March 24, 2013
I did not like Jackson's writing style, and I just never got into the Mann story.
March 15, 2013
Loved both books!!!!
April 8, 2013
I think I like the second half better, though both stories were awesome.
April 17, 2013
Really enjoyed both books. Need to read the other books in the series.
June 29, 2013
I loved the first book. The second one is ok.
March 24, 2016
Typical romance. Quick easy read. Not one of the best but not one of the worse either.
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August 21, 2014
I enjoyed both stories and loved the way they flowed together. Beautiful words from both authors.
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