When one thinks of what the combination of Nascar and Harlequin romance novels would read like, some horrific Frankenstein literature is probably what you would picture in your mind. Having not read these (sure to be) cheesy novels, I can only imagine the hilarious degradation of the english language that would ensue.
Harlequin is obviously trying to appeal to a male audience, but I’m not too confident that this ploy will work. However, I will say that this is the one novel series both my parents are most likely to have read.
Romanticising Racecar Driving
Nascar Gets a Heartfelt Touch From Harlequin Romance Novels
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