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Before The Sunsets
Theodore Whitaker spent a lifetime building an empire, only to discover his days were numbered. With six months to live, the millionaire businessman refuses to die without truly living.
Charlotte Devereaux, the tall, curvy, free-spirited barista at his favorite café, has always made him wonder what happiness might look like. When he invites her to travel the world at his side, she’s stunned, but she says yes. I mean, who wouldn’t?!
Swept up in first-class adventures and once-in-a-lifetime moments, Charlotte begins to see a different side of tender, vulnerable, yearning for the love he’s never dared to claim. When their lips meet during the dazzling Holi festival in India, everything changes.
Now their journey is no longer about ticking off a bucket list, it’s about giving Theodore the best days he’s ever known. But time is slipping away, and Charlotte must face the loving him may break her heart, but she can’t let him go without showing him what it means to truly live.
Before the Sun Sets is an unforgettable romance of wild hope, fearless love, and the power of saying yes before it’s too late.
Tropes
Grumpy/Sunshine
Slow burn
Emotional, meaningful spice (Level 3, baby!)
Billionaire Romance
Charlotte Devereaux, the tall, curvy, free-spirited barista at his favorite café, has always made him wonder what happiness might look like. When he invites her to travel the world at his side, she’s stunned, but she says yes. I mean, who wouldn’t?!
Swept up in first-class adventures and once-in-a-lifetime moments, Charlotte begins to see a different side of tender, vulnerable, yearning for the love he’s never dared to claim. When their lips meet during the dazzling Holi festival in India, everything changes.
Now their journey is no longer about ticking off a bucket list, it’s about giving Theodore the best days he’s ever known. But time is slipping away, and Charlotte must face the loving him may break her heart, but she can’t let him go without showing him what it means to truly live.
Before the Sun Sets is an unforgettable romance of wild hope, fearless love, and the power of saying yes before it’s too late.
Tropes
Grumpy/Sunshine
Slow burn
Emotional, meaningful spice (Level 3, baby!)
Billionaire Romance
272 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 25, 2025
1 person is currently reading
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About the author
Zahra Woods
14 books22 followers🌟 Meet Zahra Woods: The Quirky Cupid of Steamy Stories! 🌟
Hey there, sultry souls and literary lovers! I'm Zahra Woods, your friendly neighborhood wordsmith, sprinkling a dash of romance and a pinch of passion into the literary scene. Picture a caffeine-fueled ninja with a laptop, and you've pretty much nailed my writing style, quick, seductive, and leaving you breathless (and possibly blushing).
By day, I'm just your average person, navigating life with the grace of a caffeinated penguin on roller skates. But when the moon rises and the stars align, I transform into a romance virtuoso, spinning tales that make your heart race faster than a toddler on a sugar high.
They say I have a knack for crafting characters with chemistry hotter than a salsa dance-off in the tropics. Whether it's love at first sight or the slow burn of a forbidden love, I'm here to deliver the kind of literary escapades that leave you reaching for an extra-large ice cream tub to cool down.
Now, don't be fooled by my pen name, I'm not just any Woods; I'm the dense forest of desires, where every tree whisper sweet nothings, and every leaf rustles with the sound of unbridled passion. If you're looking for love, lust, and laughter all rolled into one, you've stumbled upon the right author bio.
When I'm not lost in the world of steamy scenes and heated exchanges, you might find me sipping on Pepsi, contemplating the mysteries of the universe, or perfecting my ninja moves in the grocery store (because you never know when you'll need to dodge a rogue shopping cart).
So, grab a comfy seat, a cozy blanket, and maybe a fire extinguisher, because my stories are about to set your imagination ablaze. Join me on this rollercoaster of emotions, where love and laughter intertwine, and the only safe word is "more."
Welcome to the den of Zahra, where the pen is mightier than the sword, and the ink is hotter than a summer romance. Buckle up, buttercup; it's going to be a wild, witty, and wickedly wonderful ride! 🔥📚💋
Hey there, sultry souls and literary lovers! I'm Zahra Woods, your friendly neighborhood wordsmith, sprinkling a dash of romance and a pinch of passion into the literary scene. Picture a caffeine-fueled ninja with a laptop, and you've pretty much nailed my writing style, quick, seductive, and leaving you breathless (and possibly blushing).
By day, I'm just your average person, navigating life with the grace of a caffeinated penguin on roller skates. But when the moon rises and the stars align, I transform into a romance virtuoso, spinning tales that make your heart race faster than a toddler on a sugar high.
They say I have a knack for crafting characters with chemistry hotter than a salsa dance-off in the tropics. Whether it's love at first sight or the slow burn of a forbidden love, I'm here to deliver the kind of literary escapades that leave you reaching for an extra-large ice cream tub to cool down.
Now, don't be fooled by my pen name, I'm not just any Woods; I'm the dense forest of desires, where every tree whisper sweet nothings, and every leaf rustles with the sound of unbridled passion. If you're looking for love, lust, and laughter all rolled into one, you've stumbled upon the right author bio.
When I'm not lost in the world of steamy scenes and heated exchanges, you might find me sipping on Pepsi, contemplating the mysteries of the universe, or perfecting my ninja moves in the grocery store (because you never know when you'll need to dodge a rogue shopping cart).
So, grab a comfy seat, a cozy blanket, and maybe a fire extinguisher, because my stories are about to set your imagination ablaze. Join me on this rollercoaster of emotions, where love and laughter intertwine, and the only safe word is "more."
Welcome to the den of Zahra, where the pen is mightier than the sword, and the ink is hotter than a summer romance. Buckle up, buttercup; it's going to be a wild, witty, and wickedly wonderful ride! 🔥📚💋
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February 28, 2026
Beautiful story it will pull at your heartstrings
November 10, 2025
This was a beautiful story. I really enjoyed Theo and Charlotte’s bittersweet journey which was brought together by the worst of circumstances. This book made me feel like I’d traveled the world along with them and pulled on my heartstrings several times! Overall I really enjoyed this book and I recommend it!
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