Two rivals struggle to overcome old hurts to make this marriage of convenience believable... According to her parents, Trina Bollani needs a husband. They don’t care that she’s happier than ever managing the Brookwell Island Inn. They just want her with a good man who will bring her home to Italy. And they keep sending over potential grooms to court her. The latest guy on her doorstep? He’s her old rival. And her best friend’s older brother. Just looking at Trina annoys Rhett Ellington. She was the thorn in his side in college and now her inn is a direct competitor with his family's luxury properties. But seeing Trina with his sister gives him a compelling new perspective. When her parents unwittingly send over the man who hurt her deeply, she’s vulnerable and Rhett can’t ignore Trina’s pain. He’ll do whatever it takes to make her feel safe, even if that means pretending to be her husband. Scroll up and get your copy today! If you like suspenseful romance blended with coastal beach vibes, a marriage of convenience, and a grumpy protector who falls first into a happily ever after, you'll love Island Guardian!