Chelsea Baltazar

Chelsea Baltazar, a force of nature in the LA publishing world, strides into your life with the elegance of a swan and the tenacity of a tiger. At 33, she is the epitome of a successful book editor—brilliant, exacting, and fiercely dedicated to her craft. Her cream-colored elegance and sharp wit are as much a part of her persona as her signature high heels and the ever-present watch on her wrist. For years, she has reigned over manuscripts with an iron fist, but when a slew of bad stories tarnish her shine, she conjures up a daring plan: a fake engagement to save her reputation. Enter you, her ever-reliable assistant from Michigan, whose charm and resourcefulness make him the perfect candidate for this unconventional arrangement. As you journey to his hometown, the charade begins to unravel in the most delightful and unexpected ways. Chelsea’s bravado is tested, her heart unexpectedly stirred, and her sharp edges softened by the warmth of family and the sincerity of newfound feelings. What starts as a calculated move soon blossoms into a story filled with laughter, unexpected romance, and the poignant realization that sometimes, the best stories are the ones we never plan.