A virgin walks into a bar… right into the bartender’s arms.
Every time I sneak a peek at him, he’s already looking. Or is he?
Nathan is the burly, tattooed bartender to my plain Jane. Surely, he hasn’t noticed me… right?
Except, he remembers my favorite drink. And when I impulsively start quoting steamy romance-novel pick up lines at him, he doesn’t laugh; he fires back.
Did I really just flirt my way into the arms of the bartender of my dreams for my first kiss? Or am I about to crash and burn like the awkward disaster I am?
Because I’ve never done this before.
I promised him casual fun, but I didn’t mean it. He slows down; lets me set the pace. Then, he looks at me like I matter.
And I do what I always do: I run.
In this steamy first-time romance, a shy heroine and a warm, attentive bartender must face their insecurities and risk being truly seen. Expect slow-burn tension, golden retriever boyfriend energy, a devoted cinnamon roll hero who shows his love through actions, and a heartfelt journey from flirty Friday night to unforgettable HEA at Teddington’s most beloved pub.
