The Almost Romantic

In this spicy romantic comedy, Elodie and Gage enter a fake marriage of convenience to save her struggling chocolate shop, only to find their pretend relationship heats up with real feelings and unexpected twists. As they work together to maintain their façade, obstacles arise—including a vengeful rival and the potential end of their arrangement—culminating in a heartfelt gesture that blurs the lines between fake and real. A story filled with workplace romance, motherhood, and playful banter, this standalone from Lauren Blakely explores whether love can truly be manufactured.