Handle With Care

by Helena Hunting

Overview

New York Times bestselling author of SHACKING UP and I FLIPPING LOVE YOU Helena Hunting mixes humor and heart in this scandal-filled romantic comedy.

HE WANTS TO LOSE CONTROL.

Between his parents’ messed up marriage and his narcissistic younger brother, Lincoln Moorehead has spent the majority of his life avoiding his family. After the death of his father, Lincoln finds himself in the middle of the drama. To top it all off, he’s been named CEO of Moorehead Media, much to his brother’s chagrin. But Lincoln’s bad attitude softens when he meets the no-nonsense, gorgeous woman who has been given the task of transforming him from the gruff, wilderness guy to a suave businessman

SHE’S TRYING TO HOLD IT TOGETHER.

Wren Sterling has been working double time to keep the indiscretions at Moorehead Media at bay, so when she’s presented with a new contract, with new responsibilities and additional incentives, she agrees. Working with the reclusive oldest son of a ridiculously entitled family is worth the hassle if it means she’s that much closer to pursuing her own dreams. What Wren doesn’t expect is to find herself attracted to him, or for it to be mutual. And she certainly doesn’t expect to fall for Lincoln. But when a shocking new Moorehead scandal comes to light, she’s forced to choose between her own family and the broody, cynical CEO.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781250183996
Publisher:	St. Martin's Publishing Group
Publication date:	08/27/2019
Edition description:	Reissue
Pages:	320
Sales rank:	340,526
Product dimensions:	4.10(w) x 6.70(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of PUCKED, Helena Hunting lives on the outskirts of Toronto with her incredibly tolerant family and two moderately intolerant cats. She's writes contemporary romance ranging from new adult angst to romantic sports comedy.

Editorial Reviews

Praise for Helena Hunting

"A lovely romance that is full of surprises." - Fresh Fiction on I Flipping Love You

“Heartfelt, hilarious, hot, and so much sexiness!”—New York Times bestselling author Tijan on Shacking Up

"Helena [Hunting] is the queen of sexy Rom Coms.” — USA Today bestselling author Daisy Prescot

“Fun, sexy, and full of heart…explosive chemistry and lovable characters.”—USA Today Bestselling Author Melanie Harlow

“The perfect combination of sexy, sweet, and hilarious. You won’t want to miss!” —New York Times bestselling author K. Bromberg

“Romance that will leave you breathless.”—New York Times bestselling author Tara Sue Me

“Hunting [writes] a love story like no other.”—New York Times bestselling author Alice Clayton

“Emotional, sexy, captivating.”—New York Times bestselling author Emma Chase

“Sexy, funny, and deliciously naughty story!”—USA Today bestselling author Liv Morris

From the Publisher

2019-07-01
An independent PR consultant hired to fix the image of a highly dysfunctional family that runs a media conglomerate meets her match when a long-lost son reluctantly returns to the fold in Hunting's (Making Up, 2019, etc.) latest romance.

Lincoln Moorehead would rather use his Ivy League education to build sustainable communities in developing countries than work for his family's media company, but when his father dies unexpectedly, he returns to New York, where he's talked into taking over as CEO. Only Wren, the PR consultant hired by Lincoln's mother to keep his miscreant brother in line, keeps Linc's interest. Wren is a straight shooter, witty, and very good at her job. In no time, Lincoln succumbs to a makeover and wardrobe refresh, as Wren drags him through the transition from building houses in the mountains of Guatemala to running meetings in the boardrooms of Manhattan. Wren has had it with the Moorehead family but hopes this gig will open doors to the funding she needs to start her own foundation. As Wren and Lincoln spend time together, their attraction grows undeniable. But family issues plague them, as Lincoln uncovers secrets about his parents that threaten to turn his family legacy into a pile of lies. Smart writing and snappy dialogue shine when Lincoln and Wren spar and circle around each other. Lincoln's growing understanding of his family and his place within it is well done, but Wren's troubled relationship with her mother is built on a simple misunderstanding that could have been solved with one quick conversation. The main problem is Armstrong, Wren's charge and Lincoln's "barbaric, vile, and demented" brother. This character is a "narcissistic egomaniac who abuses any shred of power he has," especially over women, whom he serially harasses, demeans, and insults. It's difficult to root for Wren's success when it requires shielding men from the just consequences of their actions.

A sexy story is undercut by a side character whose abusive behavior toward women is tolerated by both protagonists.

Kirkus Reviews