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Beyond all else, Samira Foster wanted one thing: Elliot Dowling.

He was her passion, her need. They were just kids but she knew it was real. The way he kissed her; the way he held her. Yet he’s the one thing that was denied her. The scion of a powerful and wealthy family, she’s now the head of Foster Acquisitions.

But she doesn’t have it all.

The pressure, the demands, the wolves. And she’s all alone. She needs someone. She needs him. And she’ll have him … even if it destroys her.

Elliot Dowling’s got a billion in the bank, owns whatever he wants, and doesn’t give a shit.


He loved once but never again. His father disgraced the family, lost everything … and made him feel unworthy of the one woman he truly loved.

But what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. He’s clawed his way back. He’s done it by gaming the rules, hacking the system, crushing competitors. The women, the money, the deals, they’re all just ways to keep score.

And, then, she strides right into his life … and nothing will ever be the same.

Unknown Binding

First published November 18, 2018

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Marcella Swann

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Marcella Swann has been putting words on paper for as long as she can remember. After working for years in the hard-boiled world of journalism, she how devotes her time to writing contemporary romances of strong-willed women who win the men of their dreams. As passionate about love as the beauty of a story well told, Marcella is a complete romantic and believes everyone desires their happily ever after. A small town girl from Louisiana, Marcella now lives in New York City and starts each day walking her Yorkie in the park. She also swings a mean kettle bell at the gym and loves karaoke nights with her friends.

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November 30, 2018
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3,702 reviews28 followers
June 10, 2018
I read this book as part of an arc program. This is second chance romance between Samira and Elliot. They were together when they were younger and Elliot's father was disgraced and they lost their fortune. Samira's father disapproved of Elliot and they parted. When Samira took over her father's company after his death, Elliot bought a group of shares. Elliot had his reasons for buying the shares and he wanted to make Samira his again. Elliot had rebuilt his fortune and now thought it was time to claimed Samira. Samira always loved Elliot and was devastated when they parted. She wanted him back and set out to make it so. This was a different story that was quick to read. I liked Elliot and thought he really loved Samira but thought he wasn't good enough for her. Samira didn't care about money and just love Elliot for being himself.
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5,473 reviews49 followers
June 24, 2018
This is my 1st read and review for this author and I throughly enjoyed reading it. This is the story of Samira and Elliot, they were both interns for their father’s companies. Samira and Elliot always run off together to talk and just spend time together and just when things were starting to get serious Elliot disappears with no word no nothing. Years later Elliot is back and he’s the CEO of his own company and Samira found out that he was back and now she needed to know why he left. This story gave you a look at acquisitions and investments which I know nothing about but it was interesting, what I will say is that it was a great love story and I really enjoyed reading it. I highly recommend this book it’s definitely well worth the read.
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7,445 reviews34 followers
March 8, 2023
The Benefits Of Communication and Determination -
Samira and Elliot were childhood sweethearts, but circumstances beyond their control caused them to lose contact with each other. Samira finally found him years later, but Elliot was apprehensive about reconnecting with her, as he was keeping a secret and he didn’t know how she would react to his revelation. However, Samira didn’t give up on what she wanted and forced him to open up, which resulted in them finally getting a second chance at forever happiness. There was a lot going in the book that kept me totally engaged and entertained. I am sure you will enjoy reading this book, just as much as I did.
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1,214 reviews7 followers
November 18, 2018
I was given this ARC as an honest read for an honest review. This is the story of Elliot and Samira. Elliot and Samira fall in love at an early age, but Samira's father prevents them from being together. Years have passed but these two complex characters have never forgot the other. Then one day they come face to face. Feelings haven't changed but lives have. Can these two get past all the things from there time apart and be together? Read now to find out!!
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4,117 reviews31 followers
June 28, 2018
This is a very quick short read, a sweet
Second chance romance. Samira and Elliot were in love years ago, then he disappeared when his father was arrested. Samira never stopped loving and looking for him. Now he's back and Samira knows that she will never let him go.
Well-written story with interesting characters, a plot that's well thought out with a twist.
1,206 reviews6 followers
January 12, 2019
Samira managing her family business learns of some suspect activity. Elliot comes back into her life after returning to his family business that his father disgraced. They were kept apart by her father before and Elliot thinks his recent actions will keep them apart now, However, Samira surprises him.
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June 14, 2018
This book is very short. It contained the information necessary to understand their relationship status but...I just could not connect with these characters. The writing is wonderful, the storyline could have been more.
1,730 reviews5 followers
June 16, 2018
This book was good. It was a sweet love story with a little bit of a twist. I received this book as a complimentary ARC and this is my honest review.
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