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Grumpy Protector Boss: An Enemies to Lovers Opposites Attract Romance
I called him rigid. He called me reckless—then kissed me like he wanted proof.
Lucas Maddox is my grumpy, gorgeous billionaire boss.
Obsessed with preserving his family’s legacy by restoring a crumbling lighthouse one stone at a time.
He doesn’t like surprises.
Too bad I arrived with storm clouds, big dreams, and a stubborn streak that drives him crazy
The design “assistant” he never asked for.
We clash over every detail.
He wants control; I crave freedom.
He wants silence; I bring fire.
But when a storm traps us together, desire burns through every rule he’s made to keep his distance.
Our chemistry is equal parts wildfire and gravity.
Every kiss we weren’t supposed to share pulled me deeper.
Beneath his armor, Lucas is loyal, protective, and heartbreakingly human.
Falling for him feels inevitable.
Then his past resurfaces like a hurricane threatening everything on its path.
And this time, the storm might undo us both.
Lucas Maddox is my grumpy, gorgeous billionaire boss.
Obsessed with preserving his family’s legacy by restoring a crumbling lighthouse one stone at a time.
He doesn’t like surprises.
Too bad I arrived with storm clouds, big dreams, and a stubborn streak that drives him crazy
The design “assistant” he never asked for.
We clash over every detail.
He wants control; I crave freedom.
He wants silence; I bring fire.
But when a storm traps us together, desire burns through every rule he’s made to keep his distance.
Our chemistry is equal parts wildfire and gravity.
Every kiss we weren’t supposed to share pulled me deeper.
Beneath his armor, Lucas is loyal, protective, and heartbreakingly human.
Falling for him feels inevitable.
Then his past resurfaces like a hurricane threatening everything on its path.
And this time, the storm might undo us both.
156 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 12, 2025
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October 21, 2025
Grumpy Protector Boss by Bella Darcy was everything I wanted in a steamy office romance and more. From the first chapter, I was completely hooked by the sizzling chemistry between the gruff, overprotective boss and the strong, determined heroine who refuses to let him intimidate her.
Bella Darcy does an incredible job of balancing slow-burn tension with emotional depth. The banter is sharp, the attraction is undeniable, and the protective moments had me swooning. I loved watching the walls come down as both characters revealed their vulnerabilities—turning what could’ve been a simple workplace romance into something heartfelt and unforgettable.
If you love grumpy x sunshine, forbidden office tension, and a hero who would burn the world down to protect his woman, this book is for you. Another 5-star read from Bella Darcy!
💼🔥 Perfect for fans of spicy workplace romance with heart and heat.
I received an ARC copy and this is my honest review.
Bella Darcy does an incredible job of balancing slow-burn tension with emotional depth. The banter is sharp, the attraction is undeniable, and the protective moments had me swooning. I loved watching the walls come down as both characters revealed their vulnerabilities—turning what could’ve been a simple workplace romance into something heartfelt and unforgettable.
If you love grumpy x sunshine, forbidden office tension, and a hero who would burn the world down to protect his woman, this book is for you. Another 5-star read from Bella Darcy!
💼🔥 Perfect for fans of spicy workplace romance with heart and heat.
I received an ARC copy and this is my honest review.
October 14, 2025
This amazing well written romance book by Bella is not only a masterpiece of a book but it’s the reason you will find yourself getting absolutely nothing accomplished around the house. Once I started reading about Vivian and Lucas, I knew dinner was going to be delivered for my husband and me. This storyline is a perfect 5/5 stars, and no one should give it anything less.
October 18, 2025
Lucas & Vivan architectural designers historically renovating a lighthouse. Professional tension, an ex, sabotage, and chemistry stronger than the ocean storms. I received a free copy via BookFunnel and the review and opinions are my own.
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