An Engagement in Seattle by Debbie Macomber

The provided text contains excerpts from Debbie Macomber's book, "An Engagement in Seattle," which appears to be an omnibus edition collecting two distinct romance novels: "Groom Wanted" and "Bride Wanted." "Groom Wanted" focuses on Julia, who enters into a marriage of convenience with Russian biochemist Alek to save her family's company, Conrad Industries, and secure Alek's visa. Throughout the narrative, Julia grapples with past betrayal by her former fiancé, Roger, and her grandmother's declining health, while slowly opening her heart to Alek, who proves to be a loving and supportive partner. "Bride Wanted" follows Lesley, a teacher scorned by her ex-fiancé Tony, who unexpectedly finds herself drawn to Chase Goodman, a man who publicly advertised for a wife from Alaska, leading her on a journey of self-discovery and love in an unfamiliar setting. Both stories explore themes of healing from past hurts, trusting in new relationships, and finding unexpected happiness.