A straight-laced detective. A free-spirited writer. An unexpected love.

‘The most successful novelist on Planet Earth.’ Washington Post

‘A storyteller of immeasurable diversity and talent.’ Publisher’s Weekly

The fourth book in the Stanislaski family saga by New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts! Read as standalone or as a series 📖

Bess McNee takes her research seriously. As one of the lead writers on New York's most-watched daytime drama, she doesn't just imagine the stories she tells — she lives them. Which is exactly how she ends up on a downtown street corner in stilettos and a blonde wig, taking notes on a world she's only ever written about.

It's also how she ends up getting arrested by Detective Alexi Stanislaski.

Alexi thought he had seen everything this city could throw at a person. Until he arrested a soap opera writer who treated the whole experience as a research opportunity. Warm, impulsive and dangerously observant, Bess is the last kind of woman Alexi should want. So why can’t he stop thinking about her?

Armed with a favour from the mayor, Bess talks her way into Alexi's precinct. Her favourite place to conduct research? The edge of Alexi’s desk. But somewhere between the noise, the paperwork and the long, difficult days, Alexi finds himself telling Bess things he has never told anyone.

Guarded Alexi has spent years building walls between his badge and the people he loves. Yet Bess dismantles every single one without even trying. He knows he should let her go. But walking away is impossible…

Irresistable, tender and achingly romantic, Convincing Alex is the grumpy vs sunshine romance that will steal your heart.

Perfect for fans of:

🚨 Romance in uniform

☯️ Opposites attract

⛅ Grumpy/sunshine

💓 Forced proximity

❤️‍🩹 Emotional healing

⏳ Slow burn

Don't miss the rest of the fan-favourite Stanislaskis series!

Book 1: Taming Natasha

Book 2: Luring A Lady

Book 3: Falling For Rachel

Book 4: Convincing Alex

Book 5: Waiting For Nick

Book 6: Considering Kate

Praise for Nora Roberts

‘A storyteller of immeasurable diversity and talent’ Publisher’s Weekly

‘You can’t bottle wish fulfilment, but Nora Roberts certainly knows how to put it on the page.’ New York Times

‘Everything Nora Roberts writes turns to gold.’ Romantic Times.

‘Roberts’ bestselling novels are…thoughtfully plotted, well-written stories featuring fascinating characters.’ USA Today