"But the heart wants what it wants..."
In the high-stakes world of elite tennis, two young men battle fiercely, not just for the title of the best player but also for the affections of our 26-year-old protagonist, a fallen Italian tennis sensation. On the court, their rivalry is intense, but off the court, a deeper competition brews. The one, a fiery Greek, hailed as the virtuous contender conceals hidden shadows beneath his flawless facade. Conversely, the perceived 'bad boy,' from Germany, may possess uncharted depths of goodness that defy public judgment.
This love story navigates the intricate terrain of human nature, challenging preconceived notions and probing whether appearances can be trusted in a realm where ambition and love collide on the grandest of stages. Here, we find ourselves immersed in a touching tale of romance, starring a once-prominent Italian tennis star, aged 26, and a rising 22-year-old German tennis prodigy. Their clandestine love affair conceals a four-year age gap, adding layers of complexity to their relationship. Their romance unfolds in secrecy, concealing the four-year age gap between them, adding a layer of complexity to their relationship. As they navigate the challenges of their personal lives and careers, their love story becomes a compelling exploration of love, ambition, and societal expectations. But the prince of tennis has his eyes on the fallen Italian as well...
Who will ultimately capture the heart of the 'ice princess'? Will it be the 'bad boy' with a hidden heart of gold, or the 'good guy' with intentions more sinister than they seem? This narrative unfolds on a canvas where love's volleys and ambitions' aces collide, leaving us to question the true nature of these contenders in the grand arena of life and love.
Grief-stricken over the death of the boss who was like a father to her, Olivia Bailey is left to deal with the aftermath--the arrival of his dashing but estranged son, Pierce Alexander. But she can't stand him and he doesn't trust her. Will working for the new CEO remain to be an impossible task?
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Olivia Bailey might be plain and boring, but she's content with her current lifestyle, working for the kind but lonely old man who owns Alexander Corporation. But his untimely death flips her simple life upside down. Now, she must deal with his estranged son, the heir to his business empire, together with the growing feelings building up between them. Will Olive manage to bear the pressure and issues cropping up along the way--or is this too much to ask?
Disclaimer: This story won The Wattys 2014 People's Choice Award.
Cover Design by Ashley Marie Bandy