The Deepest End of Love, The Brightest Light Book 3 By Lisina Coney

Lila Callaghan is a diligent rule follower with one major flaw: she has just been caught in a moment of reckless revenge. After slashing her cheating ex-boyfriend’s tire, she is mortified to learn that Reed Abner, a hotshot professor and family friend, witnessed the entire incident. For two years, Lila has been avoiding Reed, fearing that their shared connections could tarnish her reputation and that of the popular professor.

But when Lila finds herself in desperate need of an internship to complete her Master’s degree, Reed offers her a golden opportunity at the youth center he coordinates. Though she knows accepting the position means working closely with him, Lila can’t afford to turn it down. As they collaborate, Reed proves to be an exceptional mentor, igniting feelings in Lila that she never expected.

Reed is not only her supervisor but also twelve years her senior, and the chemistry between them is undeniable. As they spend more time together, the lines between professionalism and desire begin to blur. Lila grapples with her growing attraction to Reed, torn between her ambition and the risk of jeopardizing her future.

Will she allow herself to embrace the passion ignited by Reed, or will her fear of ruining her carefully crafted reputation hold her back? In this tension-filled romantic journey, Lila must decide whether to follow her heart or stick to the rules she has always lived by.