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A Shocking Proposal in Sicily (Harlequin Presents) Kindle Edition

by Rachael Thomas (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Her outrageous marriage plan… Kaliana urgently needs a husband! It’s the only way to save her family from financial ruin. So she shockingly proposes to billionaire Rafe Casella. They may have spent one red-hot night in his bed, but Kaliana’s rules are clear. Their arrangement is pure convenience, nothing more. Since her fiancé’s death, she’s fiercely guarded her heart… Yet Rafe has his own agenda—a marriage could secure his rightful inheritance, but only if it appears to be real! Can they keep things strictly business when their pretend relationship starts to feel anything but?
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About the Author

Rachael has loved writing stories since she was a small child, but it was the discovery of Mills and Boon as a teenager, that started her love affair with romance. In 2013 she entered Harlequin's So You Think You Can Write competition and her entry earned her a place in the Top Ten. That entry, A Deal Before the Altar became her debut title. Rachael lives in Wales on a farm and loves exploring. Her latest adventure was in the Sahara Desert for charity - and research!

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07R6DLCGP
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harlequin Presents; Original edition (January 1, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 1, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1669 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 193 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 56 ratings

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In 2013, Rachael was a top ten finalist in Harlequin’s So You Think You Can Write competition, and her entry went on to be her debut book. A Deal Before the Altar was published in October 2014 and became her first Amazon bestseller, fulfilling her dream of writing powerfully emotional and sexy stories for Harlequin.

Rachael’s Harlequin/Mills and Boon titles have been published around the world and in many languages, offering fans of contemporary romance, fantasy and escapism with alpha heroes, strong heroines, glamorous settings, and that all-important happy-ever-after ending.

Her first self-published title, The Greek’s Outrageous Marriage Deal, brings all that romance fans want and expect from her books and she is really excited about her new writing adventure.

Rachael lives in Wales, loves walking with her golden retriever, is a keen amateur photographer, and enjoys traveling, where she often finds inspiration. She also loves hearing from readers and can be contacted via her website: www.rachaelthomas.co.uk or follow her on Twitter @rachaeldthomas and Instagram @rachaelthomasromanceauthor

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Virginia
5.0 out of 5 stars Book
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2022
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Good read and excellent condition. Received before scheduled delivery date
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Mrs. Helen Sibbritt
4.0 out of 5 stars A Fabulous book
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2020
Passion and sparks fly when Rafe and Kaliana meet in a bar in London one passionate night together and months later Kaliana offers Rafe a deal, a marriage of convenience which is just what Rafe needs as well but can they pull this off without losing their hearts.

Kaliana has lost the love of her life but is now being forced into a marriage that she does not want, her father has given her till her twenty sixth birthday to find someone else who can help. When she meets the handsome Italian in the bar she does something that she has never done before and after the night they share she comes up with her suggestion, will Rafe say yes.

Rafe Casella has been burnt by love and lost the two woman he loved and there is now room left in his heart for love every again, but meeting this beautiful woman in the bar does something to him and the night pf passion is something he has never enjoyed as much before, and months later she will be the answer to his family dilemma.

Rafe and Kaliana make such a fabulous couple, their deal of a marriage of convenience his hard to keep that way when both of them are losing their hearts to each other in a spectacular journey of emotions and so much love, I really enjoyed this one and can highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a romance that will leave you smiling.
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Lynn Brooks/Thoughts of a Blonde
5.0 out of 5 stars A marriage of convenience!
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2019
4 1/2 STARS!

A delectable connection! A SHOCKING PROPOSAL IN SICILY by Rachael Thomas brings a marriage of convenience front and center when two hearts collide.

Kaliana loved and lost and thought she had time to decides what would become of her future, but she's now being pressured into bringing a prosperous husband into the mix to save her family from ruin.

Raffaele is also being pressured to put down roots and bring more to his family's lineage. Joining forces seems to be the answer to both of their problems.

I recommend this story to anyone looking for a fast paced powerful connection. Each character brings their own past and hang-ups to the story, and it's very satisfying watching them overcome it all to find their way into each other's hearts.
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AJReads
4.0 out of 5 stars Convenience
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2020
A Shocking Proposal in Sicily by Rachael Thomas. Princess Kaliana once loved and lost love. She escapes her family and lives as a “normal” person, working and sharing a flat. Now her country needs her. She must either find a rich husband or marry the man of her fathers choice to save her country. Rafe is under pressure to produce an heir to his family fortune. Joining forces seems to be the logical path to solve each other predicament, but will each of their pasts get in the way of the solution. A good read.
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Nasreen Jahan
5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating Story!
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2020
A SHOCKING PROPOSAL IN SICILY by author Rachael Thomas is a January 2020 release by Harlequin Presents series.

Princess Kaliana is living as a commoner. She meets Rafe and has a hot passion filled night with him. Then she shocks Rafe by proposing to him. Dare Rafe accept?

Rafe had his reasons to marry. But could they make it work?

A SHOCKING PROPOSAL IN SICILY is a sizzling romance. Author Rachael Thomas beautifully brought these two characters together making them move past their grievances and achieving their happy ever after. This is an emotionally uplifting story of hope and future.

Highly recommended for all readers of romance.
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dropsydot
5.0 out of 5 stars convenience to forever?
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2019
Kaliana and Raffaele are both in a bind. Kaliana needs to bring a wealthy husband into the family to help save it from ruin. Raffaele family line needs an heir so he is being pressured to settle down. Perfect solution join forces and satisfy both families. Sound good but between their own back stories and hang ups that may be a difficult course to follow. However this is written by Ms. Thomas and she is amazing at putting all of their problems on the shelf. A very enjoyable read .
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TeeCoop2
1.0 out of 5 stars Refund - Consign to the Rubbish Bin!
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2020
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I’m not sure what book the readers that gave this more than one star read 👀👀 - It can’t have been what I just sloughed through... I’d like to know who edited this as well - Or maybe my copy downloaded repetitive, nonsense sentences due to a glitch? No, this book was actually just a rubbish read. I’ve actually created a collection in my Kindle library title ‘Rubbish - Want a refund’ so I remember to never try rereading this foolishness.
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Alexia Janie Evans
5.0 out of 5 stars sometimes what looks good on paper isn't what follows thru in life.
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2019
"A Shocking Proposal in Sicily" by Rachael Thomas is Harlequin romance at its best. Kaliana needs to find a wealthy husband in order to save her family, and Raffaele is being pressured to settle down and provide an heir to his family. They find that their solution join forces backfires when they seriously begin to fall for each other, but their pasts get in their way.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 17, 2021
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