The Housekeeper and the Brooding Billionaire

Discover this twist on a Beauty and the Beast-inspired romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Annie West!
Is this forbidden Cinderella...
The key to his redemption?
Rumors surround the reclusive Alessio, Conte Dal Lago, yet Charlotte Symonds isn't intimidated. Housekeeping for such a prestigious aristocrat will help fulfil her dreams of running her own business. But she isn't prepared for her unexpected attraction to her new boss...
Wracked with guilt since his tragic loss, Alessio runs his billion-euro empire from his secluded Italian castello. Until Charlotte opens his eyes to the world he's been missing--and to a long-forgotten desire. But can he hope to maintain his impenetrable, emotional walls once their powerful chemistry is unleashed?
ExcerptReviews
"This was a beautiful romance with two beautiful people as H&H. A marriage between a 'Cinderella' and a 'Beauty & the Beast' trope, complete with castle... Attention grabbing from page one, where Alessio's pain is so tangible, to the Epilogue, which was very special. Thanks Annie West for a complete winner!" ~ Malvina, Goodreads
"SUPERB I Truly loved every minute of this wonderful journey of romance. It was a great book. Thank you very much Annie West. Your romantic books are truly a delight to read and full of hope and love and endurance..." ~ Victoria, Amazon UK
"I adore a brooding tortured hero and Annie West's are among the best. The remote island setting, the family legend and the references to dragons lent it a dreamlike quality (as if I'd stumbled into a fairy tale for adults). So romantic! Finished it with a happy sigh." ~ Michelle Douglas, GoodReads
"I loved this story so much, such a beautiful romance, Alessio and . . . Reviews Continue