Romancing the Clarksons

Tessa Bailey

After the death of their celebrated chef mother, the four estranged Clarkson siblings are brought together to fulfill her final request—a cross-country journey that forces them to confront old resentments, complicated loyalties, and the fragile bonds of family. Stranded in New Mexico with a broken-down car and tempers running hot, Rita Clarkson finds an unexpected connection with a man who challenges her guarded heart and unsettled plans. As desire collides with grief and family chaos, Rita must decide whether she is willing to risk vulnerability for a chance at love and a life of her own. With its signature blend of steamy romance, sharp humor, and heartfelt family drama, the novel offers an emotionally charged story about second chances and finding where you belong.

Tessa Bailey

As Aaron Clarkson road-trips across the country with his siblings to fulfill their mother’s dying wish, he makes a crucial stop in Iowa to rebuild his political career. Determined to secure a place on a powerful senator’s presidential campaign, Aaron must maintain his polished public image—until he meets Grace, the senator’s free-spirited, outspoken daughter and an irresistible complication. Their attraction forces both of them to confront painful histories, personal expectations, and the risks of letting someone see beyond the carefully constructed surface. Blending steamy romance, family bonds, humor, and emotional growth, this companion novel captures the unruly spark of two people who may be far too wild—and far too drawn to one another—to stay apart.