Adeline Harper's once-unshakable engagement to her fiancé, Declan, is teetering on the edge of collapse. Amidst the cracks in their relationship, Adeline's estranged father, Leander, extends an unexpected olive branch-an invitation to find solace in his seaside haven, the Azure Retreat.
Grasping onto the lifeline her father offers, Adeline embarks on a journey of introspection and healing. The coastal retreat, ensconced in the gentle murmur of the ocean and the caress of the salty breeze, becomes a sanctuary for her troubled heart. Leander, desiring to rebuild their fractured relationship, proposes an intimate beach retreat as an engagement gift, a chance to create enduring memories and fortify their connection.
As they spend time together against the canvas of the tranquil beach, Adeline discovers facets of Leander she never knew existed, and she learns to appreciate the subtle beauty of life. Amid shared laughter and heart-to-heart conversations, an unexpected bond blossoms between them. Leander becomes a pillar of support and understanding, offering Adeline the wisdom to navigate the complexities of love and commitment.
When Chef Margot loses her beloved restaurant to her cheating ex-fiance, her best friend, single dad Nathan, steps in with an unexpected offer to help her start over. As they collaborate, sparks fly-but can they overcome their complicated pasts for a chance at real love?
Season 4 of The Mechanic
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Margot Taylor thought she had it all: a thriving restaurant and a fiance she adored. But her world crumbled when her fiance abruptly cancelled their wedding and claimed ownership of her cherished restaurant. With her career in tatters and her heart broken, Margot is forced to start over.
Enter Nathan Davis, her loyal best friend and a single dad chasing big dreams of his own. As a partner in the multibillion-pound auto business, Nathan offers her a lifeline-a chance to open a new eatery on the grounds of his new mechanic shop.
As Margot pours her heartbreak into a new dream, her friendship with Nathan deepens into something much more electric. But their growing happiness is threatened when Nathan's ex-wife returns, determined to take their daughter away and upend the new couple's relationship. Caught in chaos, Margot must decide if she has the strength to fight for the life she's building...or let the wounds of her past ruin her future.
Content warning: This story contains depictions of eating disorders that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.
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