Fake Out Make Out

In this captivating New Adult novel, the thrilling realms of high-stakes espionage intertwine with a deep, irresistible attraction. Charlie Ross, once a champion in women's running, finds her career interrupted by a chronic illness. Attempting to recover while staying connected to the athletic world, she lands a position at FIRE, an organization that handles logistics for global sporting events. However, FIRE conceals more than it reveals, and when Charlie begins to scrutinize the enigmatic "Strategic Operations" department and its excessive budget, she ends up clashing with its infuriating yet irresistibly attractive manager, Declan Davidson.Declan is a man who has shut off his heart's corridors, especially after a mission went catastrophically wrong, costing him his closest confidant. Now leading FIRE’s covert espionage efforts, Declan prioritizes the safety of his team and the broader world. With the World Games approaching and dangerous weaponry in the wrong hands, he reluctantly ropes in the inquisitive Charlie for "Strategic Operations." Their mission demands they overcome personal conflicts to thwart potential catastrophe at this prominent sporting event.Faced with peril and undercover agents who might betray them, Declan vows to protect Charlie. Despite her skill in covert operations, guarding her heart proves a formidable task. Charlie is skeptical of everyone, herself included, while Declan harbors distrust towards everyone, chiefly Charlie. With their journey taking them through romantic European locales and luxurious yachts, what could possibly go awry? This is a scorching romance that uniquely blends the challenges of endurance sports with the intrigues of international espionage.