Thiago Santana is the hero of my next release, Thiago. He’s ruthless in the boardroom, uncompromising in his decisions, and convinced love is a distraction he doesn’t need.

He sounds like a real a-hole, doesn’t he? He is, but I think you’ll fall for him nonetheless, just like India Monroe did. Below are the reasons why.

1. He loves hard.

Thiago doesn’t do anything halfway, and even before he realized he was in love with India, he fought to have her to himself with the same intensity he uses to run Santana International.

2. He looks dangerously good in a suit.

Frankly, he looks good in anything, but India loves him in a three-piece suit, and honestly, I can’t blame her.

She especially liked him in three-piece suits. Something about the fit turned her on. His tie was perfectly knotted, and the cut was razor-sharp, tailored to his broad shoulders and muscular frame with almost unfair precision. The vest hugged his torso like it had been stitched onto him, emphasizing the flatness of his stomach, while the jacket added timeless elegance.

3. He has a jealous streak a mile wide.

Thiago does not want to share India’s attention or her time. It’s a little endearing to see someone so confident suffer from the green-eyed monster like a normal person. Every man has his weakness, and his is India.

4. If he loves you, he’ll protect you.

Of course this protection applies to India, but you’ll also see the way he takes care of his mother. Valentina is… a problem, but she’s still his mother. Nobody messes with his mother.

5. He doesn’t play games.

Thiago is blunt and forthright, but at least you’ll always know where you stand with him. He says what he means and means what he says, and he doesn’t mince words.

He waited in the silence for her to respond.

Finally, India stood, straightening to her full height. “I am not the property of any man—”

“Spare me the feminist bullsh&t. I’m not sharing you, and that’s final.”

6. He pays attention.

Behind the tough exterior is a man who pays attention to the details. On more than one occasion, he surprised India with the way he cared for her. “It’s the little things,” we always say, and Thiago handles the little things. Sure, he could perform a grand gesture—and he does—but the small moments when he pays attention are equally powerful.

 “We will be in the air shortly,” the flight attendant said, placing their drinks before them.

After she was gone, India turned to Thiago. “Tea for me?”

“It’s the herbal tea you drink,” he answered.

Her eyebrows lifted higher. “How did you… you ordered the tea I like?”

“Of course. I saw the box in the cabinet at your apartment.”

“You didn’t have to do that, but… thank you,” she said quietly.

“You’re welcome.”

When you read the novel, you might compile your own list of reasons to fall for Thiago. Can’t wait to see what you think after the September 26^th release. 😉

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Which of these 6 reasons would make you fall first for Thiago?