Imaginary Lover — Natalie Bishop

Still reeling from painful news that would irrevocably change her life, Candace McCall didn't want to attend -- her father's annual Christmas-in-July party -- or field the advances of his protege, Connor Holt. But instead of wooing the boss's daughter, Con fixed her with an intense gaze that derided her status while laying bare her very soul.

Candace had fantasized an imaginary lover who could solve her looming problems, but she'd known better than to hope any mortal man would fit the bill.... Until Con's rough passion proved beyond a doubt that she was no longer dreaming.