Zookeeper Marlena and professional football player Silas enter a mutually beneficial arrangement to manufacture a public romance. The pact serves to rehabilitate Silas’s image and draw attention to Marlena’s conservation efforts. However, the boundaries between their staged appearances and their private interactions begin to dissolve. As they navigate social media requirements and high-profile outings, the two must decide if the physical attraction and emotional vulnerability surfacing behind closed doors are worth risking their professional reputations for a legitimate relationship.
Readers who enjoy contemporary romance involving the fake dating trope and professional sports settings will find this story appealing. It targets those looking for a balance between lighthearted banter and the internal conflict that occurs when a professional facade clashes with genuine romantic interest. The audience walks away with a narrative about how public perception influences modern intimacy and the difficulty of building a real connection under constant scrutiny.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Publisher
- Bloom
- ISBN
- 9781464237836
- Language
- EN
