by: Bernadette Marie
Genre: Contemporary Romance/Romantic Comedy
Release Date: February 6, 2024
Publisher: 5 Prince Publishing
When Will seeks to rekindle a flame with his ex-girlfriend, his best friend Monique reluctantly suggests a plan involving secret admirer notes to divert his ex’s attention. In a surprising turn, Monique finds herself infatuated with her new boss, prompting Will to reciprocate with anonymous tokens of affection. However, as the deceptive game unfolds, both Monique and Will come to realize that the heartfelt sentiments expressed in the secret admirer notes were their own true feelings. So, what happens if the plan works? What happens if it doesn’t?
The Allure of the Secret Admirer Note
By Bernadette Marie
In a world of instant connections, there's a timeless charm in the age-old tradition of secret admirer notes. These anonymous tokens of affection bring an element of surprise and mystery to the art of expressing love.
The allure of secret admirer notes lies in the unexpected joy they bring. The anticipation of finding a heartfelt message from an unknown sender evokes excitement and curiosity. It's like unwrapping a mystery gift that speaks directly to the heart.
The anonymity surrounding these notes adds a touch of mystique to the romantic gesture. The undisclosed identity of the admirer allows the recipient's imagination to run wild, adding an element of enchantment to the experience. The unknown sender transforms a simple note into a romantic riddle waiting to be unraveled.
Sending a secret admirer note is a nostalgic nod to a bygone era of handwritten letters. In our digital age, the act of crafting a personal note adds a level of thoughtfulness that transcends the virtual realm. The tangible nature of a physical note brings a touch of romance that resonates deeply.
Secret admirer notes weave magic into the fabric of romance through surprise, mystery, and a hint of nostalgia. These timeless expressions of affection capture the essence of love in its purest, most enigmatic form, creating moments that linger in the heart.
First, I need coffee. I push back from my desk and pick up my coffee cup. The coffee in it is cold, so I head out of my office to refill it. As I turn the corner to the break room, I wave at Val who catches my attention, and then I crash into a hard body. Coffee splashes up and out of my cup. It’s cold against my chest as it soaks through my blouse. But there are drops of hot coffee too, and I notice as my new boss jumps back. He’s holding his coffee mug out to the side, but wincing because his hand is covered in hot liquid.
“Oh my god!” I shout as our bodies separate.
My blouse is soaked. His tie and shirt are wet as well, and there’s coffee on his suit jacket.
“I’m so sorry,” he says as he turns back into the break room. He sets his coffee on the counter, turns on the cold water at the sink, and runs his hand under it.
“Are you hurt?” I ask, following him.
“Stings a little. I’m okay,” he says turning off the water and examining his hand.
I set down my mug and reach for the roll of paper towel at the same time he does. Our hands actually slap together, and we each jump back.
I’m not sure which one of us laughed first, because from there, it just became more funny.
“Oh my god!” I shout as our bodies separate.
My blouse is soaked. His tie and shirt are wet as well, and there’s coffee on his suit jacket.
“I’m so sorry,” he says as he turns back into the break room. He sets his coffee on the counter, turns on the cold water at the sink, and runs his hand under it.
“Are you hurt?” I ask, following him.
“Stings a little. I’m okay,” he says turning off the water and examining his hand.
I set down my mug and reach for the roll of paper towel at the same time he does. Our hands actually slap together, and we each jump back.
I’m not sure which one of us laughed first, because from there, it just became more funny.
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Obsessed with the art of writing and the business of publishing, chronic entrepreneur Bernadette Marie established her own publishing house, 5 Prince Publishing, in 2011 to bring her own work to market as well as offer an opportunity for fresh voices in fiction to find a home as well.
When not immersed in the writing/publishing world, Bernadette Marie can be found spending time with her family, traveling, and running multiple businesses. An avid martial artist, Bernadette Marie is a second degree black belt in Tang Soo Do, and loves Tai Chi. She is a retired hockey mom, a lover of a good stout craft beer, and might have an unhealthy addiction to chocolate.
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