Alessandra Baci, youngest of the Baci sisters, had an unfortunately nickname: Nun of Napa. Her fiancee died of a heart attack on their way to the altar having survived cancer the year before hand. She had not dated for five years, still not yet over him, but she can't sulk any more, as their family vineyard, Tanti Baci, is in serious financial trouble, and their only idea was to turn the cottage into a honeymoon suite and make the vineyard into a wedding venue. Unfortunately, the contractor did a runaway (for better gig) and the only other help in the area... was the Baci neighbor, and host of the most popular TV house-renovation show, Penn Bennett. Penn was recently heartbroken when his "girlfriend" emptied out his house and his bank account, so when he saw Alex all he saw was an expert manipulator, so he was surprised when he agreed to help out Tanti Baci, probably because he and his brothers are technically part owners. But the more time he spent with Alex, the more Penn found out that Alex was actually very weak inside, but he kept looking for deception that didn't seem to be there. But he also enjoyed teasing (mercilessly, often with an edge) Alex, and when caught alone, Alex actually found Penn's swagger rather... enjoyable. Not that she'd ever admit to it, of course. When the wedding plans started to fall apart, what sort of plan will Alex and Penn come up with the save the vineyard, and perhaps, take a chance with each other?
Let's just say the darkest hour was great, as almost all the previous chapters really played up each other's fears, and the darkest hour played upon BOTH of their deepest fears and drove them apart. However, the grand gesture, while grand, was a bit... of a spectacle. And let's just say it involved a dunking booth. As for how, you'll have to read it for yourself.
Category: Contemporary
Primary Plot: woman needs a TV handyman's help to save her family vineyard
Tropes: enemies to lovers, scars, wedding planner
Overall Rating: 4/5
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