The Merger By Kimberly Carrillo Guide

: The dynamic between the older, stern Stryker and the younger, more vibrant Sabrina provides much of the book's tension.

: Stryker becomes Sabrina’s new boss, adding a layer of professional tension to their personal entanglement. The Merger by Kimberly Carrillo

: 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. : The dynamic between the older, stern Stryker

: The story blends a shared, forgotten history with a current professional rivalry and attraction. : The dynamic between the older

: Years after a "forgotten night" in Vegas, Sabrina discovers that she is legally married to Stryker Lawson.

The novel heavily utilizes popular romance tropes to drive its emotional arc: