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| Recipe for Persuasion by Sonali DevWhat it is: a culinary-themed spin on Jane Austen's Persuasion by the author of Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors.
What happens: Chef Ashna Raje joins the cast of reality TV competition Cooking With the Stars and gets paired with soccer player Rico Silva, who once broke her heart.
You might also like: Kristen Proby's Savor You, which also reunites former sweethearts in a television studio years after a breakup. |
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| Beach Read by Emily HenryAuthor vs. Author: January Andrews, bestselling writer of women's fiction, encounters her college nemesis, literary novelist Augustus "Gus" Everett, when they retreat to the same town to battle writer's block.
The challenge: January and Gus will each attempt to write a book in the other's chosen genre, which involves many not-dates for "research," from line dancing to interviewing former cult members.
Why you might like it: Witty yet deeply moving, this metafictional romantic comedy is a love letter to books and reading. |
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| The Boyfriend Project by Farrah RochonWhat happens: After software engineer Samiah Brooks discovers that her so-called boyfriend has been three-timing her, she bonds with his other girlfriends as they vow to dedicate the next six months to focusing on themselves and their life goals.
And then... Samiah's new coworker, Daniel Collins, makes her wonder if she was a little too hasty in swearing off men. Little does she know that Daniel isn't exactly what he seems.
For fans of: the black coder heroine and workplace romance of Alisha Rai's The Right Swipe, and the emphasis on female friendship found in Tracey Livesay's Girls Trip series. |
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| Ghosting: A Love Story by Tash SkiltonWhat it's about: As ghostwriters for rival online dating services, Miles Ibrahim and Zoey Abot help tongue-tied lonely hearts express their true feelings. Flirtation-by-proxy ensues when their respective clients begin dating.
About the author: Tash Skilton is the author duo of Sarah Skilton (Fame Adjacent) and Sarvenaz Tash (Virtually Yours).
For fans of: You've Got Mail and other classic '90s rom coms. |
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Love Her or Lose Her
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Tessa Bailey
Introducing: Rosie and Dominic Vega, high school sweethearts who married young -- and have since drifted apart.
Why you might like it: This 2nd book in the Hot & Hammered series (after Fix Her Up) introduces a pair of sympathetic leads whose desire to reconnect leads to situations both comical and deeply moving as they follow the advice of their unorthodox couples counselor.
For fans of: Lyssa Kay Adams' The Bromance Book Club.
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An Unconditional Freedom
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Alyssa Cole
Spy vs. Spy: Experienced Loyal League operative Daniel Cumberland and new recruit Janeta Sanchez share a deep distrust of humanity and a burning desire for revenge. But one of them's a double agent.
Why you might like it: Set during the American Civil War, this 3rd book in the Loyal League series boasts memorable characters, an exciting espionage plot, and well-researched historical details.
For fans of: Beverly Jenkins' historical House of LeVeq series.
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Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors: A Novel
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Sonali Dev
Dr. Trisha Raje is San Francisco’s most acclaimed neurosurgeon. But that’s not enough for the Rajes, her influential immigrant family who’s achieved power by making its own non-negotiable rules. Up-and-coming chef DJ Caine has known people like Trisha before, people who judge him by his rough beginnings and place pedigree above character. He needs the lucrative job the Rajes offer, but he values his pride too much to indulge Trisha’s arrogance. And then he discovers that she’s the only surgeon who can save his sister’s life. As the two clash, their assumptions crumble like the spun sugar on one of DJ’s stunning desserts.
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Blitzed
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Alexa Martin
The situation: NFL player Maxwell Lewis has a huge crush on Brynn Larson, owner of popular Denver bar HERS. But while Brynn likes shy, polite Maxwell, she doesn't want the drama that comes with dating a professional athlete.
Reviewers say: "so good, you could name a drink after it" (Booklist).
Media buzz: Denver Mustangs fans, rejoice! A television adaptation of the Playbook series is currently in development.
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Crashing Into Her
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Mia Sosa
What happens: Aspiring stunt performer Eva Montgomery enjoys a one-night stand with Anthony Castillo, her best friend's (arrogant, infuriating) cousin. After they part ways, she doesn't expect to see him again.
Why you might like it: When they end up working at the same Los Angeles fitness studio, Eva and Anthony find plenty of opportunities to explore their undeniable chemistry in this 3rd Love on Cue novel.
Read it for: a diverse cast headed by relatable leads who banter and bicker their way to happily-ever-after.
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