The Au Pair Affair

The Au Pair Affair by Tessa Bailey, #1 New York Times bestselling author, offers an entertaining blend of romance and humour in a new sports rom-com featuring a gruff but endearing hockey player and his spirited nanny.

Tallulah is not your average live-in nanny. At twenty-six, she is vibrant, intelligent, and passionately pursuing her dream of becoming a marine biologist. Financial strains, however, press her to seek unconventional employment. When Burgess, a rugged, battle-worn hockey veteran, and newly single father, offers her a position as his nanny, she eagerly accepts. The position doesn't just promise a much-needed income but also a chance to reside in an upscale neighbourhood and bond with Burgess's daughter, Lissa, a cool yet introverted tween navigating the complexities of adolescence.

Burgess's household, though, is far from tranquil. His life, once marked by the adrenaline of professional hockey, is now filled with the challenges of single parenthood and whispers from friends and family about re-entering the dating scene. Tallulah’s vivacious personality and adventurous spirit seem like the perfect antidote to Burgess's gruff demeanour and Lissa's introversion. What starts as a professional arrangement soon blurs as Tallulah helps Burgess rediscover the man behind the hockey mask.

The chemistry between Burgess and Tallulah is undeniable and electric. Boundaries that were initially set begin to dissolve as they share more than just household duties. Burgess struggles with his feelings, torn between his daughter’s wish for her parents to reunite and his growing attraction to Tallulah. Tallulah, realising how deeply she is getting involved, decides to take the high road—sacrificing her feelings and walking away to preserve the family dynamic.

Despite knowing that her departure is for the best, Burgess can’t shake the lingering ache of her absence. Burdened by his own issues and jaded by his past, he can’t deny that Tallulah brought a sparkle back into his life. A chance encounter and some wise nudging from Lissa lead Burgess to confront his fears and fight for the possibility of a forever with Tallulah.

The Au Pair Affair is a heartwarming, emotionally charged narrative that beautifully balances laughter, love, and the complexities of modern family life. Dive into this enchanting story and discover whether Burgess and Tallulah can overcome their pasts to build a future together.