- ISBN: 9781452873251 | 1452873259
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 5/25/2010
It would be Kristy Lipton's ultimate fantasy to escape the drudgery of the current rigorous Canadian winter and flee to a tropical island. When she is unexpectedly offered just this opportunity by her two best friends, she is hesitant. Kristy is not frivolous; she is an attractive young woman who is accustomed to a structured, stable life. What would this do to her agenda? Armed with a college degree and her first job at a prestigious firm she is ready to diligently climb the ladder to success. Kristy is certain that marriage and family will inevitably follow when the time is right.When unforeseen circumstances put a damper on Kristy's well laid-out plans she chooses to venture outside her comfort zone and break out of her regimen. Kristy decides to quit her job, leave her family and a boyfriend behind to take a temporary position in the Bahamas.Within hours of arriving in beautiful Nassau on New Providence Island Kristy meets the incredibly handsome and carefree Dave of 'Dave and Ken-s Parasailing'. Although his arrogant behaviour turns her off initially, Kristy surprisingly finds herself agreeing to go out with him. They end up having a sensational first date, but is Dave everything he appears to be? Definitely not! Is Kristy everything he assumes her to be? Definitely not!Kristy's exposure to a new lifestyle, exotic food and culture, amazing scenery, and a challenging job help her to evolve into a more self-assured woman both personally and professionally. Can she and David sort through all the misunderstandings to make a connection with each other? Are their lives destined to become entwined or will a conniving rival be able to destroy this bond?