In Beneath the Ice, an arranged marriage between Manva Desai, a compassionate software engineer, and Avyaan Singh, a disciplined but emotionally distant police officer, becomes the catalyst for a story of love, revenge, and redemption. As Manva navigates the cold and complex barriers of her husband's guarded heart, she uncovers a tragic past and a dangerous quest for vengeance tied to his first love's untimely death.
Through misunderstandings, emotional confrontations, and moments of vulnerability, their relationship shifts from distrust to fragile connection, ultimately growing into mutual respect and love. Together, they face external threats and inner demons, discovering the power of trust and partnership. The story culminates in a heartfelt transformation, where Avyaan lets go of his icy exterior and embraces a hopeful future with Manva, proving that even the coldest hearts can melt when touched by 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