Exposed King By Octavia Jensen -

: Single parent romance, guy falls first, "golden retriever" hero, and forced proximity.

: Unlike typical romance tropes, the story lacks a dramatic "breakup" point; instead, it focuses on healthy communication and Mia standing her ground when Ollie tries to make decisions for her. Exposed King by Octavia Jensen

His plans take a detour when he walks into a local diner and meets , a fiery and brilliant waitress raising her son alongside her sister and nephews. Ollie falls for her instantly—harder than a "brick wall"—but Mia is unimpressed by his charms. She turns down his advances (and even his impulsive marriage proposals) so many times it practically becomes a routine. : Single parent romance, guy falls first, "golden

: This is the second book in the Boys of Brisley series, following King Hunt . Ollie falls for her instantly—harder than a "brick

Ultimately, Ollie discovers that the home he came to sell wasn't the one he needed—he found his true home in the life he built with Mia and her family. Key Themes & Where to Find It