Cover of Mountain Boss: Mountain Men Series, Book 1

Mountain Boss: Mountain Men Series, Book 1

by Erin Mallon S.J. Tilly

4.3
Published March 27 2025
Workplace Romance Contemporary Romance forced proximityhate to lovegrumpy sunshineslow burnforbidden

Courtney is desperate for a fresh start. Tired of living on the edge of ruin, she secures a three-month contract at the remote Black Mountain Lodge, hoping to prove her worth and finally find a place to call home. However, her arrival is met with immediate hostility from the owner, Sterling. Expecting a male hire, Sterling is blindsided when the beautiful, curvy woman from his dreams shows up at his doorstep instead. Determined to maintain his peace and keep his focus on the lodge, Sterling decides that Courtney is a distraction he cannot afford. He attempts to fire her before she even begins, but when she refuses to back down, he pivots to a new strategy: making her life difficult enough that she quits on her own. What follows is an intense, slow-burn battle of wills that quickly shifts from antagonism to undeniable chemistry. Featuring the classic "grumpy vs. sunshine" and "boss/employee" tropes, this steamy mountain romance explores the tension between two stubborn hearts. As the lines between professional duties and personal desires blur, Sterling must decide if he is willing to let his guard down for the woman who is effortlessly dismantling his resolve.