The Dream Unfolds

The tension between a brawny builder and an interior decorator heats up the workplace in this enemies-to-lovers romance, second in the classic Crosslyn Rise trilogy, from a New York Times bestselling author.

“Strong supporting characters elevate this second entry in Delinsky’s [Crosslyn Rise] trilogy…. The central story is timeless…. For collections where contemporary romances by author such as Susan Mallery and Jill Shalvis are popular.”—Library Journal

For five generations, Crosslyn Rise has been home to one of Massachusetts’s finest families. However, the once-majestic North Shore estate has seen better days. The plan is to convert the mansion into the most elegant condominium community on the Atlantic seaboard. Behind the scenes, however, things are looking rough…

After interior designer Christine Gilette meets builder Gideon Lowe, it’s clear neither wants to work with the other. He can be brash and bullheaded, while she can be a fiery prima donna. But beneath their heated contention lies an unbridled lust that neither of them is prepared for. If they can rein in their passion and their pride, they could create a real labor of love…

“[Delinsky’s] skill at creating realistic, loving families and palpable chemistry remains vital and ‘now.’”—Booklist

Originally published in 1990.