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Captain Lance Westwood has always lived by the code of the military-discipline, strength, and control. At 32, he is an accomplished army officer and a successful businessman. His life has been a series of calculated moves, shaped by the harsh realities of war and the weight of responsibility. But everything changes when Lance is unexpectedly thrust into the role of a father to his young daughter, Mira, after her mother's sudden passing.
Unprepared for the challenges of fatherhood, Lance struggles to balance his military career with the demands of raising Mira. His world is turned upside down once again when he meets Elara Quinn, Mira's compassionate and kind-hearted class teacher. Elara brings warmth and understanding to their home, but Lance's stoic demeanor and past scars keep him at arm's length. However, there's a growing connection between them that neither can ignore.
As Lance grapples with the complexities of his feelings for Elara, he finds himself at a crossroads-his loyalty to Mira, his duty as a soldier, and the raw emotions that come with loving Elara. Beneath his uniform, Lance is a man torn between his past and the future he never imagined.
Beneath the Uniform is a gripping, heartfelt romance about the untold story behind the man in the uniform. It explores the vulnerability of a father's love, the complexities of emotional healing, and the power of love to break through the toughest exterior. Will Lance open his heart to the love he deserves, or will his past continue to haunt him?
About the author
Aastha Thapaliya is a children's author and novel writer from Nepal. She has written a variety of captivating stories, including the children's favourites Pirates and the Flightless Parrot, Granny and the Magical Pot, and Lost Lamb Barry. Aastha has also ventured into romance with her novels Rumours and Romance and When Autumn Whispers, which explore themes of love, resilience, and personal growth. Her writing brings to life themes of bravery, imagination, and loyalty, making her stories both entertaining and inspiring for readers of all ages. She continues to create captivating stories that spark curiosity and imagination in both children and adults.