The Rulefords Series by Emma Carr

American Aimee Kennedy doesn’t think she needs anyone … until she’s stuck with sexy banker, Simon Ruleford, in his London home. Stranded in London with no money and no airline ticket, Aimee applies to be Simon’s housekeeper. Without the job, she’ll end up homeless in a foreign country. But Simon can’t hire the adorable American without a work permit, because he would risk losing the royal family’s business, costing years of planning and hard work... moreAmerican Aimee Kennedy doesn’t think she needs anyone … until she’s stuck with sexy banker, Simon Ruleford, in his London home. Stranded in London with no money and no airline ticket, Aimee applies to be Simon’s housekeeper. Without the job, she’ll end up homeless in a foreign country. But Simon can’t hire the adorable American without a work permit, because he would risk losing the royal family’s business, costing years of planning and hard work. Unfortunately for Simon, fate conspires to trap Aimee in his home, while mutual blackmail and a lovable Scottie puppy keep them together. As they fight their growing attraction, Aimee’s money-making plans soon force Simon into one compromising position after another. Ultimately, they realize they belong together. But will Simon be willing to risk his career and the family business for her? And if he does, will Aimee finally be ready to open her heart to love? Emma Carr writes modern romance with a little bit of fun mixed in. less

For years, Lucy Ruleford dreamed of finding her one true love. Now that she’s found him, there’s just one problem: he’s determined to destroy not only her family’s bank, but her father too. As head of charitable giving at Ruleford’s Bank, Lucy has managed their top client’s favorite charity event for the past five years. This year, however, Matt Brookes has a surprise for her... moreFor years, Lucy Ruleford dreamed of finding her one true love. Now that she’s found him, there’s just one problem: he’s determined to destroy not only her family’s bank, but her father too. As head of charitable giving at Ruleford’s Bank, Lucy has managed their top client’s favorite charity event for the past five years. This year, however, Matt Brookes has a surprise for her. The CEO of their rival bank has convinced the charity to take him on as co-chair so he can steal Ruleford’s top client and finally get his revenge against Ruleford’s. When Lucy and Matt meet, sparks fly—and not just for each other. Lucy, also known as the nicest person in the world, is out for blood. Sort of. And Matt hasn’t climbed from homelessness to CEO without learning a few tricks along the way. Unfortunately, every attempt to win the business backfires in unexpected ways. While Lucy and Matt battle it out, somewhere along the way, they fall in love. In the end, will Lucy finally learn to break free of her father’s influence and follow her own path? And can Matt overcome his hatred of the entire Ruleford family to follow his heart? This is book two in the Ruleford’s Series, but you don’t need to read London Falling first to enjoy London Dreaming. Praise for London Falling: “London Falling by Emma Carr was a book I just couldn’t put down.” ~ BarnesandNobleReview.com “This romantic, funny and original debut novel kept me up well into the night…” ~ chicklitclub.com Emma Carr writes Modern Romance with a little bit of fun. less

He’s not capable of love…but she just might prove him wrong. He’s sexy, easy-going, and did we forget to mention wealthy? Every woman loves Blake Ruleford. Every woman except Sophie Hollingberry, that is. Sophie’s a neat-freak veterinarian with a penchant for saving ugly cats and sitting home alone every weekend night, despite the two stone she recently lost. Blake is her opposite in every way... moreHe’s not capable of love…but she just might prove him wrong. He’s sexy, easy-going, and did we forget to mention wealthy? Every woman loves Blake Ruleford. Every woman except Sophie Hollingberry, that is. Sophie’s a neat-freak veterinarian with a penchant for saving ugly cats and sitting home alone every weekend night, despite the two stone she recently lost. Blake is her opposite in every way. A party boy who travels the globe to find the next adrenaline laced adventure, Blake dates supermodels and gets photographed by the tabloids. Sophie can’t stand him. Okay, that’s a lie. She can’t stand the attraction she feels for the shallow playboy. Blake’s been forced home to run the family bank while his father recovers from stroke. He needs to tighten up his image if he wants to keep their clients from panicking, so he proposes a fake engagement with his sister’s best friend, Sophie. She’s perfect for the ruse…smart, respectable, and she’d never in a million years fall for him. But assumptions always have a way of biting you in the…well, you know. There just might be more to Blake than meets the eye. And Sophie might actually like the man she discovers underneath the party boy image. Now, if only Blake were capable of love… less