Amelia Anderson has always been the queen of the library, but when the town's most historic building, her library, is threatened by a demolition order, she's ready to become a heist mastermind. The target? A manila envelope containing the document that could save the library. The obstacle? Lucas Chernov-her high-school crush turned infuriatingly handsome contractor.
She wants her library. He wants to push it over. This. Is. War.
Lucas is no stranger to tough decisions, but Amelia is unlike any challenge he's ever faced. As the eldest of ten brothers, each as enigmatic as the next, Lucas carries the weight of a family curse and the expectations of a town. But when Amelia, with her frizzy hair and fierce determination, stumbles into his life-or rather, his mansion-Lucas finds himself questioning more than just his building plans.
With a Newfoundland dog named Nemean at her side, Amelia is determined to save the library, even if it means facing down her old feelings for Lucas. What she doesn't expect is for Lucas to be drawn to her quirky charm and a proposal that could change both of their lives forever.
In a town where everyone knows your business, can Amelia and Lucas find common ground-and maybe something more-before the wrecking ball swings?
How to Slay a Lion is a sweet, laugh-out-loud, slow burn Hercules retelling about finding courage, love, and the unexpected places where you might discover both.