Some Kind of Wonderful — Debbie Macomber

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Once upon a time there was a beautiful, rebellious New York socialite who wasn't interested in fortune or fame; Judy Lovin valued friendship, integrity and her job as a preschool teacher. Then her father's business collapsed, and his most powerful enemy offered to help -- but only on one condition. John McFarland wanted the fair Judy's company.

Judy agreed to McFarland's terms and went to the remote Caribbean island to become his temporary companion. After all, he was probably harmless, like the fairy-tale beast who simply needed affection. She didn't expect to meet a powerful, attractive loner who stunned her senses and captured her heart. Suddenly, what had started as a flight of fancy became a tale of love... .