The Valentine Quest

A bookish PhD student. A former bull rider with a bum knee. And a high-stakes scavenger hunt that turns a strategic alliance into a real-life romance.

Nevada Parker came to Marietta, Montana, for peace, quiet, and the chance to finally finish her dissertation. Instead, she found “Cupidville”—a town where Valentine’s Day has practically exploded. Nevada isn’t a fan of the holiday, but when she sees the grand prize for The Valentine Quest, a luxury tropical vacation, she knows it’s the perfect “welcome home” gift for her brother returning from the military.

Dustin Decker is a local legend looking to escape giving sleigh rides to tourists. A former bull rider with a lingering injury, he’s determined to win the Quest, but there’s one problem: he needs a partner to qualify. When he crosses paths with the prim and focused Nevada, he proposes a strategic pact to take home the prize.

As they navigate the challenges of the multi-day race, the friction between the academic and the cowboy generates real heat. One impulsive kiss shifts their alliance from tactical to emotional, leaving them both questioning their priorities. As the finish line nears, Dustin and Nevada must decide if the vacation is the true grand prize or if they’ve already found something far more valuable together.

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Tropes & Vibes:
– Opposites Attract

– Competitors to Lovers

– Forced Proximity

– Former Bull Rider Hero

– PhD Student Heroine

– Small Town Montana

– Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt
Heat Level: Wholesome Tone: Lighthearted, Witty, Adventurous Series Type: Book 5 of the Love at the Chocolate Shop Series : Standalone in an interconnected multi-author series Ending: HEA POV: Dual POV, Third Person Content Notes: None