Keep Me

In this contemporary romance, a reclusive Scot, Killian, enters a marriage of convenience with tough New Yorker Sylvie. As their relationship deepens, they must confront their feelings and hidden truths. Keep Me explores love's complexities amidst deception.

Keep Me is the first installment in a contemporary romance series by Sara Cate, known for her bestselling work, The Salacious Players’ Club. The story revolves around Killian Barclay, a man who has retreated from love and intimacy after enduring significant heartache. His desire for solitude has transformed his ancestral home into a notorious party venue, drawing the attention of his concerned family. They decide it's time to intervene and help him reclaim his life.

Enter Sylvie Devereaux, a tough New Yorker with a challenging past shaped by neglectful parents. When she sneaks into Barclay Manor to see a coveted heirloom, she unexpectedly confronts Killian, whose brooding demeanor leaves a lasting impression. Their initial encounter is charged with tension, but neither anticipates that their paths will cross again so soon.

Weeks later, Sylvie is approached with a tempting offer from Killian's family: marry him to help improve his reputation as a playboy, and after one year, she will receive ten million dollars. Despite knowing the arrangement is built on deception, Sylvie agrees. As she spends time with Killian, her feelings evolve, leading her to a pivotal choice: should she hold onto the love that has blossomed between them, or will she choose to walk away and break his heart? This enemies-to-lovers tale explores themes of arranged marriage, personal growth, and the complexities of love.