In the latest from Susan Carlisle, an anesthesiologist agrees to be her best friend's wedding date. The only complication? She's secretly harboured feelings for him for years!

Who knew a second chance...was right in front of them!

Anesthesiologist Val agrees to be her best friend, widower Owen's wedding date to stop his overprotective family fussing. It should be a breeze — except Val has long harboured a secret crush for Owen! As long as she maintains some boundaries, she should be fine, right? Yet when fake dates lead to an unexpected kiss, Val knows they've crossed a line...but will they want to go back?

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