Beneath the Smile

In the glass towers of Manhattan's most prestigious law firms, ambition is everything—until love becomes the ultimate verdict. Sarah Mitchell has spent a decade building her reputation as one of New York's fiercest litigators. She's brilliant, composed, and determined never to mix business with emotion. But when her next case pits her against Daniel Reeves—the brilliant rival she once admired and never quite forgot—the courtroom becomes a battleground of unfinished feelings. As late-night depositions turn into quiet conversations, and professional lines blur under the city lights, Sarah must decide what truly defines success: winning the case … or following the truth beneath the smile. From the Harvard lecture halls to the high-stakes world of corporate law, Beneath the Smile is a sweeping romance about second chances, professional integrity, and the courage to love in a world built on argument and control. Perfect for readers who love: Intelligent, emotionally mature romance (like Suits × Before Sunset) Strong female leads in male-dominated worlds Cinematic storytelling filled with heart, wit, and moral tension