is a contemporary workplace romance by Julia James , published in March 2021 by Harlequin Presents . While the title suggests a classic fairytale, the story is explicitly inspired by the themes and structure of Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre . Plot Overview

The story follows , a "plain Jane" who finds herself in a luxurious world far beyond her modest origins. She is hired as a tutor for the young daughter of Evandro , a wealthy and cynical Italian tycoon.

The relationship reaches a breaking point when Jenna realizes that if Evandro cannot let go of his past, she must leave the palazzo—the place she has begun to consider home—to protect her own heart. Key Characters

Their simmering chemistry eventually boils over one fateful evening. Their subsequent clandestine affair transforms Jenna from a reserved tutor into a passionate lover.

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The "Cinderella" figure and tutor. She is described as fiery and capable of challenging her employer, mirroring the independent spirit of Jane Eyre.

Haunted by a traumatic and toxic divorce, Evandro has sworn off romance entirely. Despite his cynicism, he is drawn to Jenna's fiery spirit, leading to frequent clashes that mask a growing attraction.