The Queen of STEM returns, crafting another gripping enemies-to-lovers tale that had me forgetting my own name with its steamy intensity. Brace yourself for the clash of love and hate as a brilliant yet sensitive heroine crosses paths with the founder of an infamous corporation, poised to seize control. Can you resist the allure of forbidden love when faced with a hot Scottish ex-hockey player, haunted by a mysterious past intertwined with science and emotional baggage that only serves to deepen his sensitivity and charm? Would you dare to give him a chance, even knowing he represents the very corporation that threatens all you've worked for?

Enter the tantalizing world of Ali Hazelwood's latest novel, where passion ignites, chemistry sizzles, and intrigue abounds. And let's take a moment to applaud the remarkable work of the cover artist—truly deserving of awards for their ability to capture the essence of sweetness, heat, and allure.

Meet Rue Siebert: navigating life with her dream job, a loyal boss who doubles as her best friend, and her trusted wingwoman and colleague, Trish. Scarred by a traumatic past at the hands of her mother and brother Vince—who continues to plague her with inheritance disputes—Rue guards her heart fiercely, preferring fleeting encounters over emotional entanglements. But when she crosses paths with Eli Kilgore through a dating app, she's tempted to reconsider her stance—until their second encounter, not in a hotel room but in Rue's workplace, reveals Eli's true intentions: a hostile takeover of her company.

With determination fueled by loyalty and a hint of resentment, Rue joins forces with her boss Florence and Trish's lawyer sister to thwart Eli's plans. But as their paths continue to intersect and hidden connections come to light, Rue finds herself torn between her attraction to Eli and her mission to protect all she holds dear. Can she risk her heart to a man set on dismantling everything she's built, or has she misjudged his motives from the start?

As expected, the chemistry between Eli and Rue is electric, their relationship evolving with captivating intensity. Eli emerges as a standout book boyfriend, embodying qualities of care, passion, loyalty, and honesty that make him irresistible to Rue—and to readers.

I devoured this STEM romance with relish, eagerly anticipating each twist and turn. It's undoubtedly one of my top picks for romance in 2024, and I've included it in my article on Medium.com, which you can find here: https://medium.com/@niluferyozmekik/valentines-day-special-best-romance-books-of-2024-ab14bf29b9a8. I highly recommend diving into this captivating read—it's simply too good to miss.

A heartfelt thank you to NetGalley and Berkley Publishing for providing me with a digital review copy of this exceptional book in exchange for my honest feedback—it's truly appreciated.