: A resilient heroine who has often lived life on the periphery due to an unsupportive mother. She is characterized by her intelligence and deep-seated loyalty.
: A central plot device that forces the protagonists into close proximity, leading to a "passionate love affair".
: The dynamic between the older, stern Stryker and the younger, more vibrant Sabrina provides much of the book's tension. The Merger by Kimberly Carrillo
: Years after a "forgotten night" in Vegas, Sabrina discovers that she is legally married to Stryker Lawson.
: As they navigate their "marriage of inconvenience," an external threat attempts to dismantle their company, forcing them to work together to protect their future. Key Characters : A resilient heroine who has often lived
: An older, "grumpy" billionaire and alpha hero. He is deeply devoted to Sabrina, despite her initially not remembering their past. Literary Tropes and Themes
by Kimberly Carrillo is the third installment in the Business and Pleasure series, concluding a contemporary romance narrative built on high-stakes corporate drama and complex interpersonal relationships. The novel follows Sabrina, a smart and loyal protagonist who accidentally marries her best friend's older brother, Stryker Lawson, during a forgotten night in Las Vegas. Plot Overview : The dynamic between the older, stern Stryker
The novel heavily utilizes popular romance tropes to drive its emotional arc:
