The Contract Novel

In Mari Villarreal's "The Coact," a stolen night between a possessive billionaire and a woman leads to a dangerous game of desire. Her fairytale life is shattered by a devastating betrayal, leaving her heartbroken and seeking escape. This escape leads to an unexpected reckoning when she awakens beside Daniel Halloway, the man who once stole her innocence. However, this is no mere regrettable encounter; it's a marriage. Daniel, her father's powerful business partner, has no intention of letting her go. He presents a chilling ultimatum: freedom is only granted after their "coact" expires. Until then, she belongs to him. His possessive gaze asserts a claim over her, initiating a dangerous dance of control and desire amidst the ruins of her shattered trust.