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Love, Unscripted by Owen NichollsWhat it's about: A romantic movie buff and film projectionist is devastated when his four-year relationship with the leading lady of his dreams ends, compelling him to rewrite history to come to terms with what went wrong. Who might enjoy it: fans of the classic film When Harry Met Sally. Peer Praise: "Sometimes a book comes along and it feels dusted with magic-- Love, Unscripted is one of those books. Nostalgic, tender and achingly cool, it has the same understated beauty as a John Cusack movie. A love letter to the silver screen and to all of the iconic romantic comedies--it's book treasure, my new favorite." --Josie Silver, New York Times bestselling author of One Day in December
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A Girl's Guide to the Outback by Jessica KateWhat it is: Romance author Jessica Kate explores the hilariously thin line between love and hate in her heartwarming new novel. Starring: Youth pastor Samuel Payton and his co-worker Kimberly Foster. What happens: When Kimberly's ambitious plans for Sam's ministry butt up against his risk-averse nature, Sam decides that obligations to family trump his work for the church. He quits the ministry and heads home to Australia to help his sister, Jules, save her struggling farm. As Kimberly's grand plans flounder, she is forced to face the truth: that no one can replace Sam. Together they strike up a deal: If Kimberly comes to work on Jules's dairy farm and lends her business brains to their endeavor, then maybe--just maybe--Sam will reconsider his future with the church.
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Wild, Wild Rake by Janna MacGregorWhat it is: the next sweeping, emotional, witty, and sharp romance in the Cavensham Heiresses series from beloved author Janna MacGregor. What it's about: Lady Avalon Warwyk never did love her husband. Arrogant, selfish, and cruel, it's a blessing when she's widowed and left to raise her son all by herself. She's lived these past ten years with no desire to remarry--that is, until Mr. Devan Farris comes to town. What happens: Devan Farris--charming vicar, reputed rake, and the brother of Avalon's son's guardian--is reluctantly sent to town to keep tabs on Avalon and her son. But she'll have nothing to do with a vicar with a wild reputation--even though he's never given his heart and body to another. If only he could find a way to show Avalon who he really is on the inside--a good, true soul looking for its other half.
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| The Honey-Don't List by Christina LaurenStarring: Carey Duncan and James McCann, overworked assistants to celebrity couple Melissa and Russell Tripp. Can they prevent the public from learning that the Tripps secretly hate each other?
For fans of: road trip novels, enemies-to-lovers romances, and Netflix's rom com Set It Up.
Author alert: Christina Lauren is the popular author duo behind numerous witty romantic comedies, including Dating You / Hating You, My Favorite Half-Night Stand, and The Unhoneymooners. |
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| If I Never Met You by Mhairi McFarlaneMeet: attorney Laurie Watkinson, recently dumped by her long-term partner but still forced to see him every day at work -- and hear all about his new girlfriend's pregnancy.
Her accomplice: Jamie Carter, Laurie's womanizing colleague, who's willing to use his marketing savvy to make their fake relationship look Instagram-perfect.
Is it for you? More Marian Keyes than Sophie Kinsella, this British romance pairs a fun and flirty office fauxmance with serious themes such as racism, workplace discrimination, and overcoming childhood trauma. |
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| To Have and To Hoax by Martha WatersWhat happens: Estranged spouses James and Violet Audley engage in a game of one-upmanship that has the curious effect of rekindling their relationship.
For fans of: Tessa Dare's Spindle Cove novels, Loretta Chase's Carsington Brothers series.
Reviewers say: "the Regency-set equivalent of a classic 1930s-40s screwball romantic comedy" (Booklist). |
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Chasing Cassandra by Lisa KleypasWhat it's about: Determined to marry for love, Lady Cassandra Ravenel resists the advances of compelling railroad magnate Tom Severin. What happens: When a newfound enemy nearly destroys Cassandra's reputation, Severin seizes the opportunity he's been waiting for. As always, he gets what he wants--or does he? There's one lesson Tom Severin has yet to learn from his new bride: Never underestimate a Ravenel. The chase for Cassandra's hand may be over. But the chase for her heart has only just begun. About the series: This is the sixth book in the author's popular Ravenel series. To start with the first title, check out Cold-Hearted Rake.
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| The Good Luck Charm by Helena HuntingWhat's going on: Eight years after dumping Lilah to focus on hockey, Ethan returns, wanting to pick up where they left off. But Lilah, now a nurse in their small Minnesota hometown, has moved on. (Or has she?)
Why you might like it: This upbeat standalone novel by the author of the All In series offers a moving second chance romance between former high school sweethearts.
Want more hockey players? Check out Rachel Gibson's Hockey Romances, Deirdre Martin's New York Blades novels, Kate Meader's Chicago Rebels series, or Sarina Bowen's Brooklyn Bruisers books. |
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| First Star I See Tonight by Susan Elizabeth PhillipsWhat it's about: Hired to tail retired quarterback Cooper Graham, private investigator Piper Dove has to think fast when Graham catches her in the act. Pretending to be his stalker seems easier than admitting the truth.
Read it for: Susan Elizabeth Phillips' signature blend of romance and comedic hijinks.
Series alert: Although this 8th Chicago Stars novel easily stands on its own, the series begins with It Had to Be You. |
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Nothing But Trouble by Rachel GibsonWhat it's about: Leaving Hollywood behind to become the personal assistant to a famous hockey player, Chelsea Ross believes she has made the worst career move ever until her ornery new boss makes a play for her heart. Reviewers say: Lively, hot, and full of sassy wit, Idaho-based Gibson's latest hilarious hockey turn combines nonstop fun with a touching dash of authenticity.--Library Journal
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