From Literary Times
Graceful, lovely Melissa Grant loves Snickers, her business, and writing poetry. As an African American woman she's achieved her dreams and built MTG Executive Search Firm on her own, without her father's money. When she is faced with loosing her company she has two choices--go to her father or accept the Hayes--Roundtree company as a client. The prestigious company will not only save her from immediate financial problems but promises to increase her business in the future. The problem is the Roundtrees have been bitter family enemies for generations. Despite this, Melissa believes her family's wrath would be easier to deal with than the humiliation of having to ask them for help. That was before she met Adam Roundtree, a man full of blatant, blistering masculinity who makes no secret that he desires more than Melissa's expertise at business. When both Adam and Melissa relocate to their home town, the heat from their families and between them explodes. Melissa risks making her already unhappy relationship with her father worse, and facing his accusations of betrayal. Adam must face his own family and their accusations that Melissa is responsible for sabotage in their Leather and Hide company.Together, they fight the accusations of betrayal, and a past that promises to ruin their future, Against All Odds. Gwynne Forster has created a corporate Romeo & Juliet in Against All Odds! Big business, forbidden love and betrayal....Against All Odds is a perfect read on a rainy night! Family feuds and secrets thought long buried propel these wonderful characters! Hero Adam Roundtree offers Melissa what every woman wants--unconditional love!Denise Camp -- Copyright © 1994-97 Literary Times, Inc. All rights reserved

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Struggling to keep her headhunting company afloat, Manhattan executive Melissa Grant has no time for love. Then Adam Roundtree walks through the door. But this charismatic businessman is no ordinary client--he's the man who can bring Melissa's career and her heart to life. Until a shocking discovery jeopardizes their blossoming relationship.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

A truly satisfying read from beginning to end. Against All Odds is not to be missed. — Donna Hill