Dark Designs

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By Essa Sims

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Holly Granger's life takes an unexpected turn when a stolen purse leads to a chance encounter with the overpowering and enigmatic Devlin Devane. Their brief meeting leaves her shaken and intrigued, but she assumes their paths will never cross again. Fate, however, has other plans. Stranded on a remote stretch of moors after her car breaks down, Holly seeks refuge from a storm and ends up breaking into an isolated house—only to discover it belongs to Devlin. Wet, bedraggled, and humiliated, she braces for his anger, but the worsening storm forces him to offer her shelter.

The next morning, Devlin's sister arrives, and Holly is struck by a strange sense of familiarity. When Holly later discovers that Devlin's sister is a renowned fashion designer, coincidence seems to bring their worlds together once more. Seeking employment, Holly begins working for the designer, only to find herself under the intense scrutiny of Devlin, who views her presence with growing suspicion. To him, it all feels too convenient—a young designer, looking for work, suddenly working for his sister. Determined to keep an eye on her, he inserts himself into her life, only to find his guarded heart slipping as his attraction to Holly deepens.

But just as fiery desire flares between them, jealousy and misunderstandings threaten to pull them apart, especially when Devlin believes Holly has someone else in her life. Their growing bond is tested further when a brutal attack leaves them both injured, with Devlin fighting for his life and Holly slowly recovering. Their love survives the ordeal, but Devlin's sudden emotional withdrawal leaves Holly heartbroken.

Refusing to give up on the man she loves, Holly tracks him down to the isolated house where their story began. With sheer determination, she breaks through his defenses and dispels his doubts, refusing to let him push her away. Overwhelmed by her love and persistence, Devlin surrenders completely, realizing that Holly is his perfect match. Together, they prove that love, no matter how tested, can conquer all.


Dark Designs