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Harlequin Medical Romance
February 2026
On Sale: January 27, 2026
Featuring: Luc; Pearl
240 pages ISBN: 1335993576 EAN: 9781335993571 Kindle: B0FDGX32J1 Mass Market Paperback / e-Book Add to Wish List
The latest Harlequin Medical Romance by Annie Claydon, a second chance romance with a secret baby!
Love—and family—on the brain!
When Luc met captivating fellow neurologist Pearl at an international medical conference, she turned his head immediately. Hearts locked away, his from grief and hers from an abusive ex, a passionate weekend was all they could share. Now, two years on, Londoner Pearl is consulting at Luc’s Parisian hospital…with their daughter in tow! Fatherhood was the last thing on his mind, but reuniting with Pearl soon has his heart overruling his head. Still, with an emotional chasm between them, can their love go the distance?
From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.