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‘Secret Crush of a Chalet Girl’ is the latest installment in the ‘Chalet Girl’ series, set in the exclusive Swiss ski resort of Verbier, the winter playground of the rich and famous.Chalet Girl Sophie Trent has plenty of reasons to hate Valentine's Day. After a lifetime of being treated like she didn’t matter because of her looks, she’s shed the pounds but not the self-esteem issues – and when she can curl up with one of her beloved romance novels, why put herself through a night of awkward speed ski dating?A treasure hunt set by a secret admirer makes her reconsider. Only, what if it’s a cruel joke? Because it certainly wouldn’t be the first time!But as Sophie follows the trail of red paper hearts around the idyllic winter wonderland of Verbier, she can’t help but wonder whether there really might be a Secret Valentine waiting for her out there on the slopes…
A cynical chalet worker finds her resolve tested when a mysterious treasure hunt forces her to confront her insecurities on Valentine's Day. Sophie Trent, a woman still grappling with past body-image struggles despite her physical transformation, prefers the solitude of her romance novels over the social pressures of the Verbier ski scene. When a secret admirer initiates a scavenger hunt across the resort, she must navigate the tension between her fear of public humiliation and the possibility of genuine affection. The narrative unfolds through a focused, character-driven lens that highlights the contrast between the glamorous setting and Sophie's internal vulnerability.
This novella fits squarely into the lighthearted, seasonal romance genre, emphasizing personal growth alongside the thrill of a romantic mystery. The narrative relies on the familiar comfort of the 'ugly duckling' trope, updated with a modern focus on internal self-esteem rather than just external validation. Readers likely appreciate the atmospheric descriptions of the Swiss Alps, which provide a polished backdrop for the protagonist's emotional arc. The story functions as a self-contained exploration of vulnerability, suggesting that the resolution is as much about Sophie accepting her own value as it is about identifying her secret admirer.
Page Count:
90
Publication Date:
2017-02-28
Publisher:
One More Chapter
ISBN-10:
000759173X
ISBN-13:
9780007591732
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