Harmony Evans - Winning Her Love

Secrets and passions are about to ignite!

Leaving LA was the best decision Vanessa Hamilton ever made. Becoming embroiled in a political scandal in her seaside hometown could be the worst. Bay Point mayor Gregory Langston wants the beautiful floral designer who is so committed to their community to help run his reelection campaign. It’s bad enough he’s planning to tear down the town’s legendary carousel—now Vanessa’s attraction to the charismatic homegrown politician is threatening to spiral out of control.

Women rarely say no to Gregory, and he’s intrigued by his spirited campaign manager. Falling for Vanessa is a potential powder keg, especially when he and the impassioned activist are on opposite sides of a controversial issue. But a vicious smear campaign and a long-hidden secret could destroy more than Gregory’s shot at a second term. Will it cost him forever with Vanessa?

“You must be joking.”

Her words came out clipped, but it felt like they were spoken through mud.

Gregory placed both palms on the counter. “I assure you, I’m not.”

Vanessa’s throat tightened almost painfully, and she could have drowned in the confident intensity of his hazel eyes.

“And I can assure you that I’m not interested.”

Gregory took a step back. “Really? I’m surprised. Your father told me that flowers aren’t your only talent. He said you also have a knack for public relations, and that you’ve been especially successful helping politicians in a crisis.”

Vanessa’s stomach burned with resentment. Her father had no business talking to the mayor about her, but she’d deal with him later.

In Gregory’s voice, she heard no trace of disdain, and that was good. There were only two people who knew the sordid details of her stint in political public relations, and that was the way it would remain. She was a pro at hiding the secrets of powerful and successful men, and even better at hiding her own.

Vanessa tilted her head. “Oh, so you’re admitting your reelection campaign is in trouble?”

“Not trouble,” he insisted, lifting one finger. “Just a bit of a rough spot.”

She broached a wry smile. “I’d say you’re at the top of a raging waterfall about to crash to the rocks below.”

Gregory leaned in closer. “I like to live dangerously,” he murmured in a low voice.

Dear Reader Dear Reader Title Page About the Author Dedication Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Copyright ,

Winning Her Love is the first book of my Bay Point Confessions series, set in a fictional small California town.

Meet Mayor Gregory Langston. He must win another term in order to see his redevelopment plan for the city come to life.

And Vanessa Hamilton. She’s got a passion for flowers and the century-old Bay Point carousel. She agrees to help Gregory gain support from the locals when he promises not to demolish the carousel—if she can find a way to save it.

There’s something about a carousel that is magical. Unexplainable. Puts a smile on your face. Sometimes it’s so hard to choose the perfect horse to ride. They’re all so beautiful and so tempting. The same can be said of falling in love, right?

I hope you enjoy reading this book and that you’ll stay tuned for others in the series.

Be blessed,

Harmony

Harmony Evans

www.millsandboon.co.uk

HARMONY EVANS received the 2013 Romance Slam Jam Emma Award for Debut Author of the Year. Her first book, Lesson in Romance, garnered two RT Reviewers’ Choice Award nominations in 2012. Winning Her Love is her fifth book for Mills & Boon Kimani Romance. She currently resides in New York City. Connect with Harmony on Facebook, Twitteror at harmonyevans.com.

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Back Cover Text Secrets and passions are about to ignite! Leaving LA was the best decision Vanessa Hamilton ever made. Becoming embroiled in a political scandal in her seaside hometown could be the worst. Bay Point mayor Gregory Langston wants the beautiful floral designer who is so committed to their community to help run his reelection campaign. It’s bad enough he’s planning to tear down the town’s legendary carousel—now Vanessa’s attraction to the charismatic homegrown politician is threatening to spiral out of control. Women rarely say no to Gregory, and he’s intrigued by his spirited campaign manager. Falling for Vanessa is a potential powder keg, especially when he and the impassioned activist are on opposite sides of a controversial issue. But a vicious smear campaign and a long-hidden secret could destroy more than Gregory’s shot at a second term. Will it cost him forever with Vanessa?

Introduction “You must be joking.” Her words came out clipped, but it felt like they were spoken through mud. Gregory placed both palms on the counter. “I assure you, I’m not.” Vanessa’s throat tightened almost painfully, and she could have drowned in the confident intensity of his hazel eyes. “And I can assure you that I’m not interested.” Gregory took a step back. “Really? I’m surprised. Your father told me that flowers aren’t your only talent. He said you also have a knack for public relations, and that you’ve been especially successful helping politicians in a crisis.” Vanessa’s stomach burned with resentment. Her father had no business talking to the mayor about her, but she’d deal with him later. In Gregory’s voice, she heard no trace of disdain, and that was good. There were only two people who knew the sordid details of her stint in political public relations, and that was the way it would remain. She was a pro at hiding the secrets of powerful and successful men, and even better at hiding her own. Vanessa tilted her head. “Oh, so you’re admitting your reelection campaign is in trouble?” “Not trouble,” he insisted, lifting one finger. “Just a bit of a rough spot.” She broached a wry smile. “I’d say you’re at the top of a raging waterfall about to crash to the rocks below.” Gregory leaned in closer. “I like to live dangerously,” he murmured in a low voice.

Dear Reader Dear Reader Dear Reader Title Page About the Author Dedication Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Copyright , Winning Her Love is the first book of my Bay Point Confessions series, set in a fictional small California town. Meet Mayor Gregory Langston. He must win another term in order to see his redevelopment plan for the city come to life. And Vanessa Hamilton. She’s got a passion for flowers and the century-old Bay Point carousel. She agrees to help Gregory gain support from the locals when he promises not to demolish the carousel—if she can find a way to save it. There’s something about a carousel that is magical. Unexplainable. Puts a smile on your face. Sometimes it’s so hard to choose the perfect horse to ride. They’re all so beautiful and so tempting. The same can be said of falling in love, right? I hope you enjoy reading this book and that you’ll stay tuned for others in the series. Be blessed, Harmony