Did you ever imagine a romance novel where love blossoms amidst the backdrop of cold-blooded assassinations? Eliza Jane Brazier’s “It Had to be You” plunges readers into the gritty world of contract killers, two individuals whose paths collide in the most unexpected way.
Each with their own dark history and morally ambiguous nature, Jonathan and Eva are skilled assassins forced to navigate a complex web of lethal assignments. They meet on a sleeper train, where sparks ignite between them, but this newfound connection is a dangerous gamble against their professions.
Six months later, when fate brings them together in the opulent Hall of Mirrors at Versailles, it’s not a coincidence that Eva has been hired to eliminate Jonathan. She’s a deadly professional, unaware that he holds his own lethal reputation. The tension thickens as they navigate the treacherous landscape of Western Europe, each encounter becoming more intimate than the last.
The book dives into their twisted game of attraction and murder, where every glance could be fatal. Is this lust fueled by survival or an unexpected escape from the darkness? Their shared predicament fuels a unique dynamic, pushing them to confront their deepest vulnerabilities and delve into a raw, passionate love story. As they become entangled in each other’s world of intrigue and violence, their connection deepens.
Ultimately, “It Had to be You” is an unconventional, high-stakes romance that leaves you questioning the boundaries between love and hate. It’s a book for those who crave an edgy romance, a whirlwind journey through Western Europe where danger lurks around every corner.