A Darling Heir

She’s hiding from the world. He needs a wife fast. When a fake marriage solves both their problems, will they discover true love?

Alaska. Vivian Locke knows the pain of betrayal. Still gun-shy seven years after her two-timing ex stole their New York restaurant, the talented pastry chef bunkers down while helping her folks run their tiny community’s grocery. But when the store unexpectedly goes up for sale, the desperate woman convinces a billionaire’s son that a sham wedding would benefit them both.

Only a miracle can save Thomas Becker. After dumping his cheating fiancée, the aspiring restaurateur’s dreams and trust fund will implode if he doesn’t marry in three months—until a mousy local offers him an outrageous deal. And despite going through the motions, he’s taken by surprise when his pulse quickens around the country cutie.

Realizing she unfairly pegged the wealthy man as shallow and privileged, Vivian’s affection grows even as deep-seated fears threaten to send her into a panic. While even though Thomas thinks he may have found the real thing, an unforeseen complication threatens to destroy everything they’ve built.

Can they keep the pot from boiling over and serve up a romantic dish for two?

A Darling Heir is the light-hearted fourth book in the Darling Men Alaskan small-town romance series. If you like charming couples, healing all wounds, and crazy escapades, you’ll adore Lark Holiday’s enchanting feast.

Buy A Darling Heir to whip up the perfect dessert today!

Each story in the Darling Men series can be enjoyed as a standalone.

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Release date

Audiobook: August 30, 2025