Dearest Beast

In this enchanting second chance historical romance, a single father is reunited with a woman he once rejected.

"Revolutionary storytelling" --Entertainment Weekly

Despite an unhappy first marriage, Roger Berab always took pride in being a good father. When his daughter's reckless behavior damages both their neighbor and her home, he's forced to reconsider. To pay reparations, he agrees to provide lodgings until the repairs are complete. Unfortunately for Roger, the victim is the same woman with whom he foolishly once shared a night of passion ... and then scorned for her lack of status.

With her sharp tongue and disdain for fashion, Rebecca Adler is not exactly a community darling. What she does have going for her are her midwifery skills. That is, until she injures herself saving Roger Berab's daughter.

With her profession at a halt and her haven in disrepair, she has no choice but to accept Roger's offer of shelter ... but never again will she believe a man of substance lies beyond his pretty face.

Trapped in the same house, neither Rebecca nor Roger can avoid each other--or the passion still burning between them. But their time together has a deadline, and Rebecca no longer trusts Roger.

Can he convince her his feelings are true? Or is their tale doomed before it's truly started?


Author: Felicia Grossman
Publisher: Forever
Published: 06/30/2026
Pages: 368
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 7.80h x 5.20w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9781538769867


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 05/15/2026

About the Author
Felicia Grossman is the author of historical romance, usually featuring Jewish protagonists and lots of food references. Originally from Delaware, she now lives in the Rustbelt with her family and Scottish Terrier. When not writing romance, she enjoys eclairs, cannolis, and Sondheim musicals.