[PRE-ORDER] The Single Dad (The Dalton Family, #3) by Marni Mann

Release Date: 9/08/2026

single dad romance • nanny romance • forced proximity • billionaire • possessive hero

A sizzling encounter turns into something far more complicated when a young woman discovers that the irresistible man she met is not only a single father, but also the father of the little girl whose nanny position she wants. The Single Dad is a steamy contemporary romance filled with instant attraction, undeniable chemistry, and the kind of forbidden temptation that becomes impossible to ignore.

The Vibe

Ford Dalton has everything you'd expect from a powerful, wealthy hero, but his daughter Everly is at the center of his world. When he meets a woman who immediately captures his attention, their attraction is intense from the start, making it difficult to keep things casual.

For the heroine, returning home has unexpected consequences. A chance encounter with Ford quickly becomes complicated when her dream job brings her directly into his life and his daughter's world.

Their situation creates plenty of delicious tension as professional boundaries collide with undeniable desire. The nanny and single-dad dynamic adds an extra layer of forced proximity, while Ford's confident, possessive nature keeps the chemistry running hot.

With a dual POV, contemporary California setting, instant attraction, and plenty of steam, The Single Dad is perfect for readers who love wealthy alpha heroes, forbidden workplace romance, and a heroine who finds herself unexpectedly falling for the man she absolutely should resist.

Tropes & Tags

• Single dad romance
• Nanny romance
• Forced proximity
• Boss and employee
• Insta-love
• Billionaire romance
• Rich hero
• Possessive hero
• Alpha hero
• Forbidden romance
• Age-gap romance
• Contemporary romance
• California setting
• New adult
• Dual POV
• High-heat romance

Books in Series (In Order)

• The Lawyer, #1
• The Billionaire, #2
• The Single Dad, #3
• The Intern, #4
• The Bachelor, #5