Marisa Velasquez is invisible?a hotel maid in gray, scrubbing away the messes of the Grand Meridian's guests. But when a shy businessman stumbles into her with a $50 tip, something cracks open. Over one wild week, she meets them all: a cocky athlete with raw heat, a brooding artist who paints her soul, a charming gentleman offering whiskey and reverence, a chaotic rockstar leaving glitter and lyrics, and a steady Spaniard with fire in his grip. Each man sees her?really sees her?tearing at the walls she's built, igniting a boldness she never knew she had. With her crude, steady friend Luz cheering her on, Marisa claims every moment, every touch, building a kingdom of her own. Steamy, raw, and unapologetic, this is the week Marisa becomes a queen?uniform and all.

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.