Men & Martinis

<p><strong><em>When small-town dreams clash with big city hearts Natalie's in for one wild New York minute.</em></strong></p><p>I moved to the bustling maze of NYC to escape the label everyone back home stamped on me: the reckless little sister. You'd think the towering skyscrapers neon lights and endless sea of yellow cabs would be intimidating. But for this country girl? It's a challenge I'm all too ready to embrace.</p><p>Amidst crazy parties whirlwind friendships and New York bagels <strong>I finally found my place - a killer job in the heart of Manhattan. I also found him. CJ with his sharp suits sharper wit and a smile that could stop New York traffic. </strong>One teeny tiny issue? He's not just some city boy I can flirt with over coffee breaks - he's my off-limits coworker. Yep cue dramatic music.</p><p><strong>My heart says Go for it! but my brain reminds me of the iron-clad rule at work: No Dating. Period. Not even if he looks like he stepped out of my wildest dreams.</strong></p><p>But the city lights shimmer the subways rattle and between secret glances and accidental touches the lines of professionalism blur. I'm trying my best to stay in the friend-zone but the heart wants what it wants. Especially in a city as unpredictable as New York.</p><p><strong>Do I risk it all for love? Or do I put my dream job and new life first? Decisions decisions...</strong></p><p><strong><em>Jump into this whirlwind romance that's Bridget Jones meets Sex and the City but with that sweet 90's nostalgia. Let's face it: in the city that never sleeps Natalie might be up all night making choices!</em></strong></p>