Gowns & Gavels

She stitched together a new life. Now her past is coming apart at the seams. Taylor Rousseau walked away from the cutthroat world of LA fashion for a quiet, anonymous life. But now, her worst nightmare struts down the runway: Laurent Delacroix-her former mentor-showcasing designs that aren't his. Once a celebrated name, Laurent's star has faded. Desperate to reclaim his former glory, he's not just plagiarizing-he's plotting. Without Taylor's talent, his career unraveled. With her stolen work, he's clawing his way back. What he doesn't know? Taylor's been hiding from the spotlight for years, but now, she's ready to take back what's hers. She'll return to the runway one last time, and this time, she's not backing down. Enter Clinton Conners: sharply dressed, no-nonsense, and strictly by the book. He doesn't do fashion, and he doesn't do drama. But something about Taylor-her fire, her fight, her flair-has him questioning everything. What starts as a simple contract dispute becomes a high stakes battle for Taylor's future, and maybe even Clinton's heart.Witty, emotional, and fiercely stylish, Gowns & Gavels proves that the only thing hotter than haute couture is the spark between a designer and her legal eagle. Taylor Rousseau thought she'd left the runway behind-until her past came strutting back into the spotlight. An award-winning romance author from the misty, coffee-scented landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, Amber blends slow-burn tension, heart-tugging emotion, and just the right amount of spice into every story she writes. The relationships are relatable and her heroines are fierce, independent, and sometimes a little stubborn–but they always find the right man to break down their walls.Fueled by caffeine and an unshakable belief in love, Amber has been crafting stories since childhood, drawn to the way romance can heal, challenge, and transform. When she's not writing, she shares her passion for storytelling on her blog, helping fellow writers embrace their voices and chase their literary dreams.