Rivals

In *Rivals*, Janet Dailey plunges readers into a gripping tale of ambition, desire, and a dark legacy. Flame Bennett, a rising star in the advertising world, finds her path intertwined with powerful men: her devoted mentor, Malcolm Powell, who harbors deeper desires, and the charismatic real estate titan, Chance Stuart, who craves her attention at any price. However, Chance's passionate and possessive lover, opera diva Lucianna Colton, is fiercely determined to keep Flame from him, igniting a volatile triangle of jealousy and obsession. Unbeknownst to them, their present-day drama is merely an echo of a century-old past, where greed, adultery, and murder laid the groundwork for a destiny that will ultimately ensnare them all. This novel showcases Janet Dailey's signature blend of high-stakes romance and thrilling suspense, making it a quintessential example of her best work. Dailey excels at crafting compelling characters caught in complex emotional webs, and *Rivals* is no exception. The intricate plotting, which masterfully weaves a historical mystery into a passionate contemporary narrative, keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The powerful portrayal of driven women navigating a world of influential men, coupled with the explosive chemistry between the protagonists and the ever-present threat of a dark past, firmly cements *Rivals* as a standout title on any list of Janet Dailey's most beloved and best-selling books.