Friendly Persuasion — Laine Allen

Who is this Nick Flynn? Emily Townsend's never met him, but he's sending her Godiva chocolates, long-stemmed roses, and a Gucci scarf! Then he appears on her doorstep, determined to get her consent to a controversial diplomat's visit to her inn. Emily tries to resist him; yet when he turns his potent charm on her, she's soon saving yes to the visit... and to his kisses.

But Emily's always lived in a small town, so she's wary of good-looking, sweet-talking city slickers. It's up to Nick to show that his unspoken promises aren't merely friendly persuasion, but proof of his ardent love ...