When Matteo De Luca, a strikingly tall, tan, and sharp-witted sixteen-year-old, steps into Elmwood High straight from a private school in Madrid, he catches everyone's attention. But none of his charm or golden confidence fazes Claire Stevens, the brilliant brunette with cheek dimples who's used to everything running perfectly in her life. Their first encounter at a class trip to the zoo sets the tone-Claire's icy glares meet Matteo's cocky smirks, and the war is on.
Claire can't stand Matteo's loud laughter and carefree attitude, labeling him a spoiled troublemaker who gets away with everything. Matteo, on the other hand, is drawn to Claire's fiery spirit and mysterious depth, even if he can't resist teasing her to watch her fight back. When a school trip to the mountains throws them together, the line between rivalry and something more begins to blur.
As the year progresses, their connection becomes undeniable-filled with heated arguments, stolen glances, and moments they can't quite explain. Matteo hides a soft side behind his confident facade, while Claire struggles to admit her own conflicted feelings. Beneath the layers of hatred, there's something neither of them wants to face: the possibility that they're exactly what the other needs.
Told through alternating perspectives, The Fine Line Between Us is a gripping enemies-to-lovers romance about tension, self-discovery, and the undeniable pull of opposites. Perfect for readers who love banter, chemistry, and heart-pounding twists.
"Curiosity killed the kitty Miss Adams."
My body stiffened. Slowly I turned around just to see Mr. Parker standing in front of me with hands in his trouser pockets. I bit my lip. I thought he would be angry but when I looked at him. His face showed no emotion. He then started walking towards me I moved back. This continued until my back hit the door. Then he placed his one hand on my side, leaning forward, close to me.
"What was rule number three Miss Adams." His face was extremely close to mine my breath got hitched. I couldn't answer his question why? Because I was more focused in the distance between us.
"I asked you something Miss Adams." He said again.
"T-That t-there a-are prohibited areas i-in the house where I shouldn't g-go."
"It seems like you remember the rules. This room is one of those prohibited areas. So, from next time think before you put yourself into trouble."
I just stared at his eyes. I was lost in those pair of sea-coloured eyes. No other guy has ever affected me this much as Mr. Parker. I get nervous around him. I don't know what this feeling is but this feeling is different. A feeling that I have never felt for anyone.
"Understood?" he said again.
I nodded. "Yes Mr. Parker."
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Liam Parker, 25 year old billionaire. Arrogant, handsome, ruthless, the only thing matters to him is his son and his work.
Bella Adams, 24 year old simple and bubbly girl, who lives with her Nanny in an orphanage.
What will happen when Bella comes as a babysitter of Liam's son? Let's find out in the story.....