A Rivalry in Paradise

By Becky Wicks

On Sale: 1/27/2026
The latest Harlequin Medical Romance by Becky Wicks, an enemies to lovers, workplace romance set in the Maldives!

Doctor, enemy… Temptation?

Swapping a hectic NYC trauma ward for six months running a clinic in the Maldives is just what Dr. Emily Sturgis needs. Then outspoken Dr. Alejandro Vargas arrives and disturbs the order of things! He’s challenging and distractingly attractive in equal measure, though even Emily must admit his medical experience in far-flung places is invaluable. And it’s not long before their infuriating encounters take on an intoxicating edge… An island romance was never a possibility widowed Emily allowed herself to imagine. Until Alejandro’s impulsive, exhilarating kiss…

From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
ISBN: 9780369768643
Imprint: Harlequin Medical Romance
On Sale: Jan 27, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 240
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Medical
BISAC 2: FICTION / Romance / Workplace
BISAC 3: FICTION / Romance / International
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Becky Wicks

Biography

Born in the UK, Becky Wicks has suffered interminable wanderlust from an early age. She’s lived and worked all over the world, from London to Dubai, Sydney, Bali, NYC and Amsterdam. She’s written for the likes of GQ, Hello!, Fabulous and Time Out, a host of YA romance, plus three travel memoirs—Burqalicious, Balilicious and Latinalicious (HarperCollins, Australia). Now she blends travel with romance for Mills & Boon and loves every minute! Find her on Substack: @beckywicks. gt;

The latest Harlequin Medical Romance by Becky Wicks, an enemies to lovers, workplace romance set in the Maldives!<br><br><em>Doctor, enemy… Temptation?</em><br><br> Swapping a hectic NYC trauma ward for six months running a clinic in the Maldives is just what Dr. Emily Sturgis needs. Then outspoken Dr. Alejandro Vargas arrives and disturbs the order of things! He’s challenging and distractingly attractive in equal measure, though even Emily must admit his medical experience in far-flung places is invaluable. And it’s not long before their infuriating encounters take on an intoxicating edge… An island romance was never a possibility widowed Emily allowed herself to imagine. Until Alejandro’s impulsive, exhilarating kiss…<br><br><strong>From Harlequin Medical: <em>Life and love in the world of modern medicine.</em></strong>

ISBN: 9780369768643
Imprint: Harlequin Medical Romance
On Sale: Jan 27, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 240
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Medical
BISAC 2: FICTION / Romance / Workplace
BISAC 3: FICTION / Romance / International
BISAC 4:
BISAC 5:

Becky Wicks

Biography

Born in the UK, Becky Wicks has suffered interminable wanderlust from an early age. She’s lived and worked all over the world, from London to Dubai, Sydney, Bali, NYC and Amsterdam. She’s written for the likes of GQ, Hello!, Fabulous and Time Out, a host of YA romance, plus three travel memoirs—Burqalicious, Balilicious and Latinalicious (HarperCollins, Australia). Now she blends travel with romance for Mills & Boon and loves every minute! Find her on Substack: @beckywicks. gt;