Southern Charmer by Jessica Peterson

He’s sexy. He’s southern. And he’s a superstar chef. Meet Elijah Jackson, my hot new neighbor…
From the outside looking in? I’ve got it all. Prestigious job. Pretty house. And a perfect boyfriend who just proposed with the perfect ring. But as beautiful as my life looks on the outside, I feel like something’s missing. So I put the proposal on hold, hop in my car, and head south. I’m hoping the thousand mile distance will clear my mind—and give me time to work on the romance novel I secretly want to write.

Charleston, South Carolina: home to stunning architecture, sultry accents, and—oh yeah—my new neighbor, Elijah Jackson. A chef at one of the city’s most renowned restaurants, he’s somehow both intimidating and inviting. Especially when he shows up at my door, shirtless, offering me homemade biscuits.

As if his abs for days and inked up deliciousness aren’t enticing enough, he also encourages me to chase down my dreams, one chapter at a time. And the chemistry between us? Hotter than the kitchen at Eli’s restaurant. But I still have a life a thousand miles away. One I’ve worked really hard to build. And I don’t know if I can just leave it all behind.