Clara Hensley's dream is simple: turn her grandma's ice cream recipes into a thriving shop on Tidehaven's boardwalk. At twenty-six, she's poured everything into *Clara's Ice Creamery*?until Rowan Tate, the laid-back brewery owner next door, rattles her plans with loud music and an infuriating smirk. He's chasing his own legacy, crafting brews that draw crowds, but their shared courtyard sparks more than just rivalry.

When a flashy competitor threatens their turf, Clara and Rowan blend their talents?porter ripple ice cream meets honey ale?in a bid to save their dreams. Banter turns to late-night kisses, but ambition pulls them apart as fast as it binds them. With a storm-damaged shop and a festival fallout testing their limits, can they scoop up love and success together, or will their flavors clash for good? A sweet, sharp romance of dreams and destiny.

Lexi Rose is a passionate storyteller who crafts steamy romances with heart and heat. A lover of coffee, rainy nights, and the electric spark of new love, she draws inspiration from the small moments that ignite big desires. Lexi grew up in a sleepy Midwest town, dreaming of city lights and tangled sheets, before trading cornfields for a laptop and a life of words. With a knack for blending sensuality and soul, her novels?like *Brewing Desires*?explore the messy, beautiful dance of intimacy and connection. When she's not writing, Lexi can be found sipping espresso, sketching in cozy cafés, or plotting her next tale of lust and longing. She lives in a bustling urban nook with her cat, Mocha, and a shelf of well-worn romance novels. Follow her for updates on her next sizzling story.