Rebel Carter Books

Daisy Ortiz knows two things: she doesn’t want to live in Clarity, Alaska, and she despises Austin Finnigan. Their childhood rivalry has evolved into a fierce competition between their bakeries, but a fake marriage might be the unexpected solution to their fiery conflict. Meanwhile, stuffy librarian Benjamin is shocked when popular author Orion West, known for her erotica, arrives at his library. Their initial animosity reveals deeper layers, challenging their perceptions of each other. In another neighborhood, Diana channels her heartbreak into a rivalry with her neighbor, Melany, decorating her house extravagantly to distract from her failed love life. As she competes, her feelings for Melany begin to shift. Mahnoor Baig is confronted by her childhood nemesis, Ishraaq Ayaz Khan, who re-enters her life as a business partner. His return stirs old emotions, complicating her ability to trust him after past heartbreak. Ramona Martinez faces threats from descendants of Irish settlers over her coastal land, especially with the arrival of Dr. John Brenham, an archeologist exploring his family’s history. Finally, Kat Hansen's harsh review of chef Jacques Girard’s restaurant ignites a fierce rivalry that might just be mended during a charity auction, forcing them to confront their feelings.