Hitts & Mrs.
Hitts & Mrs. by Lori Bryant-Woolridge is a contemporary romance published by HarperCollins on January 6, 2004. This 384-page novel explores the complexities of love and ambition through the journey of Melanie Hitts, an independent African-American woman who grapples with her feelings after a whirlwind romance with Will Freedman. As she seeks to heal her heart and pursue her dreams in Manhattan, she encounters John Carlson, an older, white architect facing his own creative struggles.
The narrative delves into the evolving relationship between Melanie and John, highlighting the challenges posed by their age difference and societal expectations. As Melanie navigates her past with Will and her burgeoning connection with John, she embarks on a path of self-discovery and emotional growth. This edition presents a thoughtful exploration of romance and personal aspirations, inviting readers to reflect on the choices that shape their lives.
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Two people, separated by age and color but united in love, find themselves headed down an uncertain path — a path the head rejects, but the heart demands be followed …
Melanie Hitts is a charming African-American woman who is attractive, professional,and fiercely independent. Following a whirlwind romance, she accepts the proposal of successful and devoted Will Freedman, only to walk away several months later convinced that giving in to love means giving up her dreams. Melanie heads to Manhattan to heal her heart and embark on a career as an interior designer.
Soon after, she meets John Carlson, an older, white, internationally famous architect, who is dangling precariously at the end of his creative rope. Brought together as muse and mentor, a spark between them ignites and — despite his twenty-three-year marriage — John and Melanie come together.
Through her relationship with John, and with her former fiancé Will in hot pursuit,Melanie sets off on a path of discovery. But once she decides that she’s ready to go from a Hitts to a Mrs. will the man she chooses be available?
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