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The Proposal: A Marriage with a Twist!
Emily hits rock bottom after a painful betrayal and vows to shut her heart off from love. Struggling with financial ruin and the weight of her past, she believes life cannot get any worse—until a chance encounter changes everything.
Enter Derek Du Preez, the charming son of her employer, who makes an unexpected proposal. As Emily navigates family drama and the formidable presence of Derek’s mother, she must confront her past and decide if she can embrace love again.
The Proposal is an emotional journey of trust, complicated relationships, and the enduring power of second chances.
Enter Derek Du Preez, the charming son of her employer, who makes an unexpected proposal. As Emily navigates family drama and the formidable presence of Derek’s mother, she must confront her past and decide if she can embrace love again.
The Proposal is an emotional journey of trust, complicated relationships, and the enduring power of second chances.
247 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 8, 2022
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About the author
Karin M. Thompson
8 books20 followersKarin and her husband, James, have joyfully shared forty-eight years of marriage in beautiful Sydney, Australia. They are proud parents of two married sons and cherish their time with three beloved grandchildren.
As an author of Christian non-fiction and clean romantic fiction, Karin pours her heart into crafting stories that resonate with readers. When she’s not writing, she enjoys unwinding with a captivating novel after a refreshing walk and loves reading to her grandchildren, believing books can transport readers into enchanting worlds.
Karin’s stories bring joy and inspiration. Settle down with a cup of coffee and immerse yourself in her delightful tales, filled with humor, romance, and adventure. She focuses on flawed women who evolve through their experiences, embracing their roles as heroines. Her novels explore character development, relationships, self-reflection, and the joy of life’s simple pleasures, like brisk walks and quiet moments.
With a rich background in counseling and years spent pastoring a church in New Zealand alongside her husband, Karin draws on her experiences to connect deeply with readers. She has spoken at Women’s Aglow and Full Gospel Business Men’s meetings, sharing insights that uplift and inspire. Actively involved in her local church, she teaches and empowers fellow Christians to live victorious, joy-filled lives.
As an author of Christian non-fiction and clean romantic fiction, Karin pours her heart into crafting stories that resonate with readers. When she’s not writing, she enjoys unwinding with a captivating novel after a refreshing walk and loves reading to her grandchildren, believing books can transport readers into enchanting worlds.
Karin’s stories bring joy and inspiration. Settle down with a cup of coffee and immerse yourself in her delightful tales, filled with humor, romance, and adventure. She focuses on flawed women who evolve through their experiences, embracing their roles as heroines. Her novels explore character development, relationships, self-reflection, and the joy of life’s simple pleasures, like brisk walks and quiet moments.
With a rich background in counseling and years spent pastoring a church in New Zealand alongside her husband, Karin draws on her experiences to connect deeply with readers. She has spoken at Women’s Aglow and Full Gospel Business Men’s meetings, sharing insights that uplift and inspire. Actively involved in her local church, she teaches and empowers fellow Christians to live victorious, joy-filled lives.
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January 23, 2022
I really loved reading this book! It was such a fun easy romance that made you connect with every character. I really enjoyed how the love between Derek and Emily grew over the novel and it just happened so organically. Nothing felt rushed or forced and you get drawn into the characters and want to keep on reading and reading.
If you’re looking for a light romance with a great story then this is for you!
If you’re looking for a light romance with a great story then this is for you!
January 10, 2022
A very sweet romance. The characters are interesting and there is suspense as to what they will do. Definitely a feel good story!
July 29, 2022
“The Proposal,” written by Karin M Thompson, is Christian romance with a twist. Can a young lady who is basically penniless work with a young man who is rich? Can they pull the wool over the eyes of his family, those they work with, and even each other?
Emily is a young woman struggling with finances. Her previous boyfriend was a con artist who got her to co-sign for a credit card with him and when that wasn’t enough, he forged her signature on some of his documents. Then he disappeared! Emily was heartbroken and angry that she had fallen for this gentleman. As she has no legal recourse, and bill collectors calling every day, she is working two jobs in order to pay off his bills, leaving very little for her own living expenses.
Derek Du Preez is the wealthy son of a business owner. He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, and has never had to worry about where his next meal will come from, or how he will pay his bills. Derek is next in line to be the Managing Director of the business when his dad retires, a position he has been preparing for most of his adult life. Then the board throws a new twist at him, that leaves him dismayed and perplexed.
Derek and his attorney friend, come up with a proposal. All they need is a partner, someone who will go along with his terms. They can sweeten the deal with free living expenses, free clothing, free phone and of course, money. Emily appears to be the perfect candidate. Will she accept?
The Proposal is a story about how two people can help each other. Emily and Derek are both fairly innocent when it comes to relationships with the opposite sex. This sweet and gentle tale uses some real-life situations and a bit of humor along the way. Other than a few kisses there is no sexuality. I would think this book would be appropriate for ages fifteen and up. One does need to be a bit gracious with the author as she is from Australia, and has slightly different spellings and phrasing than we are used to in the United States. I received this book from the author and this is my honest review of The Proposal.
Emily is a young woman struggling with finances. Her previous boyfriend was a con artist who got her to co-sign for a credit card with him and when that wasn’t enough, he forged her signature on some of his documents. Then he disappeared! Emily was heartbroken and angry that she had fallen for this gentleman. As she has no legal recourse, and bill collectors calling every day, she is working two jobs in order to pay off his bills, leaving very little for her own living expenses.
Derek Du Preez is the wealthy son of a business owner. He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, and has never had to worry about where his next meal will come from, or how he will pay his bills. Derek is next in line to be the Managing Director of the business when his dad retires, a position he has been preparing for most of his adult life. Then the board throws a new twist at him, that leaves him dismayed and perplexed.
Derek and his attorney friend, come up with a proposal. All they need is a partner, someone who will go along with his terms. They can sweeten the deal with free living expenses, free clothing, free phone and of course, money. Emily appears to be the perfect candidate. Will she accept?
The Proposal is a story about how two people can help each other. Emily and Derek are both fairly innocent when it comes to relationships with the opposite sex. This sweet and gentle tale uses some real-life situations and a bit of humor along the way. Other than a few kisses there is no sexuality. I would think this book would be appropriate for ages fifteen and up. One does need to be a bit gracious with the author as she is from Australia, and has slightly different spellings and phrasing than we are used to in the United States. I received this book from the author and this is my honest review of The Proposal.
February 4, 2025
Interesting clean romance!
The Proposal has an unusual twist for a romance which adds tension to the relationship. Sometimes, the tension is good, sometimes not so good. I actually would have liked to give 3 1/2 stars mainly because the wayward commas and question marks drove me a little nuts. I really liked the finale, though.
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The Proposal has an unusual twist for a romance which adds tension to the relationship. Sometimes, the tension is good, sometimes not so good. I actually would have liked to give 3 1/2 stars mainly because the wayward commas and question marks drove me a little nuts. I really liked the finale, though.
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May 20, 2023
This was an interesting fake husband and fake wife story! Dereck must be married to inherit his fathers company!
Emily has debts she owes from a fickle boyfriend! So, it looks like it works out benefitting them both! I would suggest this book to anyone perhaps, to put it on your tbr shelf!
Emily has debts she owes from a fickle boyfriend! So, it looks like it works out benefitting them both! I would suggest this book to anyone perhaps, to put it on your tbr shelf!
May 6, 2024
Love at last
I truly enjoyed this book. The twist and turns to a family finding love through forgiveness. Don't want to give the story away, but trust me once you start reading you find it hard to stop.
I truly enjoyed this book. The twist and turns to a family finding love through forgiveness. Don't want to give the story away, but trust me once you start reading you find it hard to stop.
May 6, 2024
This is a clean, entertaining storyline… but it just wasn’t long enough… which is really the point. If you want to see the whole story, then you need to purchase the next episode…
October 30, 2024
I tried to finish this book but it reads like AI wrote it and a human didn't edit it at all.
November 30, 2025
what an amazing book
This book is captivating from the start to the end. She weaves an excellent story that ends as joyfully as it begins.
This book is captivating from the start to the end. She weaves an excellent story that ends as joyfully as it begins.
August 11, 2024
I downloaded a free snippet of this book and got hooked, I then immediately bought the entire book. I love when the characters don’t always jump to wrong conclusions, but speak truthfully and direct. I think the lessons learned in this book are a good reminder to everyone, including myself.
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