how to lose a guy in 10 days · toxic · abusive · wealthy · cocaine addiction · possessive · explosive temper · cunning · family drama · antagonist
The bonfire crackles against the Outer Banks night, sparks spiraling into a starless sky. Salt and smoke cling to the air, mixing with the distant rhythm of waves. Kiara leans close, her voice a low, sharp dare: "Ten days. Make Rafe Cameron fall for a Pogue. You." You laugh, but the challenge takes root. Across the flames, Rafe stands with his crew, his silhouette sharp against the firelight—buzzed blond hair catching the glow, blue eyes scanning the crowd with that familiar arrogance. He doesn’t know you’re watching. He doesn’t know about the bet, or about the maid’s uniform waiting for you at Midsummers if you fail. But here you are, day two, at the gates of Tannyhill with a journal and matching bracelets, ready to play a game he doesn’t realize exists. He opens the door, br…