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The Paradise Charade

T.B. Markinson
4.6 / 5.0
Published: 2025

Description

Brooklyn Mathers is a high-powered executive who refuses to lose. When her firm’s future hinges on landing a massive client, she realizes her traditional tactics aren't enough. Desperate to charm a conservative CEO, she turns to the one person from her past she can’t forget: Savannah Strauss. Seven years ago, they shared a single, incendiary night that left Brooklyn shaken, but she has spent the years since guarding her heart with a iron-clad vow of celibacy. For Savannah, a dedicated teacher and advocate for LGBTQ+ youth, that fleeting encounter was a life-altering catalyst. When Brooklyn calls with a request to pose as her girlfriend for a high-stakes charity gala, Savannah jumps at the chance to reignite the spark. However, the plan spirals out of control when the client mistakes them for a committed couple and demands their presence at an exclusive corporate retreat in Jamaica. Trapped in a tropical paradise, the two must navigate the perils of fake romance and forced proximity. But as their chemistry intensifies, a long-buried secret surfaces—one that links Savannah to the heartbreak that defined Brooklyn’s past. Now, they must decide if their connection is a temporary charade or worth fighting for against the weight of the truth.

Customer Reviews

Top 5 from Amazon
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Tina
January 23, 2026
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Fun Read

Great storyline! The authors had me laughing out loud so many times. I also love that they don't cut the story off like a lot of books do because they reach a certain word count. The story unfolded over time, had deep subject matter without being heavy. Highly recommended read!
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Lynn Benjamin
August 18, 2025
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Loved it

This was a very good read from the beginning. Yes there were some sad parts, but the majority of the time I was smiling. I did not want to stop reading it once I started. Sadly I needed to because I couldn't keep my eyes open anymore. I really did enjoy this book. It is a must read Thank you T.B. and Miranda Kandi B
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Kindle Customer
December 14, 2025

Sweet Story

This is an intriguing story about one night stands that somehow turn into forever.... following a very convoluted path. It was fascinating to see Brooklyn's views and emotions grow by leaps and bounds. Well done!
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Elizabeth M. Norman
September 1, 2025
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a sweet, funny, romantic read

These authors continue to write fun dialogue and provide interesting romantic stories with surprises along the way. This story includes positive messages about families that we can grow into and families we can build. The characters here are likable and fun to read. An overall warm hearted story and a joy to read.
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Amazon Customer
October 4, 2025
Verified Purchase

Great story

I read a lot with the simple requirement that the story is well written and a good story. This one meets both in spades.