The Most Coveted Prize

Penny Jordan

Book 1 of Russian Rivals

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A ruthless Russian oligarch sets out to seduce the sheltered half-sister of his billionaire business rival, planning to use her to force a lucrative contract from her overprotective brother. As his scheme unfolds, the young, inexperienced heroine falls for him completely unaware of his true motives, setting up a classic revenge-and-redemption arc once the deception comes to light. It's a traditional early-2010s Harlequin Presents story of wounded pride, manipulation, and eventual change of heart.