—Ella Allbright, author of The Last Charm

A charming literary-themed novel about a young woman determined to save her great-aunt’s beloved bookshop from extinction by the shiny new competition—which also happens to be run by the handsome son of her family’s rivals.

In the quaint seaside town of Portneath, Capelthorne’s Books has been a beloved fixture for nearly a century. But when Jules Capelthorne returns home to save her great-aunt’s cherished, yet struggling, bookshop, she finds herself up against more than just financial woes.

The shop is on the brink of bankruptcy, the lease is expiring, and the landlord is none other than Roman Montbeau—the insufferable heir to her family’s long-time rivals. Fresh from New York, Roman has opened a sleek, modern bookshop right across the street, threatening to overshadow Capelthorne’s wonky, dusty charm.

Armed with creativity, determination, and a love for literary treasures, Jules is ready to fight for her family’s legacy. But as the battle of the bookshops heats up, so does the unexpected chemistry between Jules and Roman.

Let the sparks—and pages—fly!