It Must Be Love

It Must Be Love
Nicki Night

Rules Were Made to Be BrokenJewel Chandler’s list of boyfriend requirements is extensive—and Sterling Bishop doesn’t meet any of them. Sure, the wealthy businessman is gorgeous, but he also has an ex-wife and a young daughter. Sterling knows he’s the only man for Jewel, and the sexy heiress’s efforts to keep him away only fuels his determination. When steamy days melt into desire-fueled nights, Jewel wonders if he’s truly the one for her.

Rules Were Made to Be Broken

Jewel Chandler’s list of boyfriend requirements is extensive—and Sterling Bishop doesn’t meet any of them. Sure, the wealthy businessman is gorgeous, but he also has an ex-wife and a young daughter. Sterling knows he’s the only man for Jewel, and the sexy heiress’s efforts to keep him away only fuels his determination. When steamy days melt into desire-fueled nights, Jewel wonders if he’s truly the one for her.

NICKI NIGHT is an edgy hopeless romantic who enjoys creating stories of love and new possibilities. Nicki has a penchant for adventure and is currently working on penning her next romantic escapade. Nicki resides in the city that dreams are made of, but occasionally travels to her treasured seaside hideaway to write in seclusion. She enjoys hearing from readers and can be contacted on Facebook, through her website at nickinight.com (http://www.nickinight.com) or via email at NickiNightwrites@gmail.com.

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It Must Be Love

Nicki Night

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ISBN: 978-1-474-08477-2

IT MUST BE LOVE

© 2018 Renee Daniel Flagler

Published in Great Britain 2018

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“Let’s go watch the sun set.” Sterling’s voice was almost a whisper. Leading her by the hand, they grabbed glasses of wine and walked to the deck at the front of the boat. In silence they held hands and watched the sun make a show of its descent. Pink and orange hues, turned red and nearly purple before the sun fully tucked itself away.

Sterling led Jewel inside the cabin. They sat at the candlelit table there and enjoyed dessert. Music continued to float through the speakers in a variety of genres. They were back at love songs.

Sterling stood and held his hand out to Jewel. She took it, rose to her feet and stepped into his arms. They swayed to the soothing tempo. Jewel laid her head against his chest. His chest felt as if it were made for her to rest there. When she looked back up at him, Sterling leaned forward and captured her lips with his. When they connected, Jewel wasn’t sure if the sway she felt was caused by the boat, or the dizzying affect of Sterling’s kiss. He tightened his arms around her. She held him back. He kissed her breath away.

Hello Darlings,

Jump right in and journey with Jewel Chandler and Sterling Bishop through this rule-defying tale of love. You’ll meet Jewel, the wittiest sister of the Chandler bunch, and Sterling, a handsome, divorced, doting father and self-made man. It’s my pleasure to share their story of finding love in a place Jewel least expected. Sterling will steal your heart, and you’ll find yourself rooting for them both. Jewel finally realizes that love can conquer all, including lengthy lists of highbrow standards. But when she comes face-to-face with what she had feared from the start, will they be able to work through it and find their way back to each other? Enjoy finding out!

Ciao,

Nicki

This book is dedicated to my first hero—my dad, Benny Daniel, who first showed me what love looked like.

Acknowledgments (#ubb662c22-3c27-5e66-8fd9-8ceb0e69ba20)

Sometimes, I literally feel like I’m God’s favorite. So much has transpired in the past few years, it almost seems unfair to be so blessed. I will continue to allow him to receive the glory for all that I’ve accomplished. Without him, I wouldn’t be here—writing and living my dream. I couldn’t be more grateful.

Harlequin Kimani, Glenda Howard and Keyla Hernandez, thanks for all you do and all of your patience! To Sara Camilli, thanks for always having my literary back.

To my family, thank you for always supporting my #DreamJourney and for being my rowdiest cheerleaders. We are The Freaking Flaglers! Love you Les, Lil Les, Milan and Laila. You’re my breath. To the Daniels Clan, you’re my strength.

To my sisters and brothers in the craft, I adore and respect you. Let’s keep each other lifted and keep the books coming, Zuri Day, Tiffany L. Warren, ReShonda Tate Billingsley, Victoria Christopher Murray, Elle Wright, Sheryl Lister, Sherelle Green, AD and so many more.

A special thanks to Beverly Jenkins and Brenda Jackson for your guidance, for always being there for me and for allowing me to drag you into stuff! LOL. I appreciate you! Priscilla Johnson, Rowena Winfrey, Michelle Chavis, Shavonna Futrell, Shannon Harper, Cheryl McClinton, Stephanie Moss, Deirdre Young and Yolanda Rigby, I can’t thank you ladies enough for all of your support. Thank you for being on my team! Shawana Kenner and Shannel Parker, thank you for helping me name my last two heroes!

To all my readers, thank you for being here! MUAH!

Contents

Cover (#ub3c824bb-c381-5547-8c35-8e9fb65136e6)

Back Cover Text (#ufcfd768c-5a0d-56ae-9c99-dcc537bb1f02)

About the Author (#u2a829c76-dcab-5a77-b409-46351e3657b1)

Booklist (#u02af0594-c69b-52c3-9267-f0d53b9d1785)

Title Page (#ud35c1adb-79d3-50dc-a583-10a6d3fb49bd)

Copyright (#ubf53eba4-30a7-517c-b7ef-9e3d57994895)

Introduction (#uae5933aa-6d1b-5205-b0ea-acf9c43a6b83)

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