The Secret at Sunset
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  • Time 1h 36m
Complete, First published Nov 06, 2020
Mature
A long weekend in Cabos San Lucas sounds like a dream to most, but not Alexa Cale. Three days of peace and quiet and an empty apartment was ideal until her roommates convinced her to join them on their getaway.   

Less than an hour after checking in at the beautiful destination, Alexa is bored of the quality-girl-time, oozing with gossip, giggles, and guy talk-something she can't quite participate in due to her poor luck of finding a decent man. 

With one good excuse, she buys herself some time away from the agonizing conversations in exchange for a chance to venture out for some peaceful serenity along the scenic shore.

Lover's Beach, a literal tourist trap, is the quick trek Alexa chooses, despite a warning from the gorgeous hotel concierge. Alexa was too preoccupied by the man's mesmerizing eyes to catch much of what was said.  

Moments into Alexa's solo excursion, she learns why the hike might not be as easy as it appears on the map she took from the charming man. 

The tide moves in fast and swallows the path back to the main beach, standing Sienna without a way to return to the hotel. As the waves thrash against the rocks, it's clear she's stuck, and without an idea of how long it will be before the path returns. 

Lincoln Holt, the man-candy concierge who advised Alexa to avoid the excursion alone is no stranger to the unique beach, and follows her to the inlet as the tide washes the sand away. She may be stranded, but she won't be alone.  


One with a passion for sleeping in or reading under blankets, and the other with a desire for adventure, these two will not find common ground easily, especially when sparks begin to fly.
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