Children’s librarian Cecily Jane Allerton has decided to give up on romantic relationships and devote her time to writing a book instead. It’s something she’s always wanted to do, and finding a program that works with her schedule and gives her a scholarship seems like a gift from the universe. Cecily arrives at the program hoping to form writing friendships, but the only friend she makes is her professor, award-winning author Nate Ellis. Their friendship leads to a night of drinking, karaoke, and a kiss that could destroy Nate’s career and Cecily’s scholarship. So they get married, planning to annul their fake relationship once Cecily graduates with her MFA. Once back at school, sharing a room and a bed, their mutual attraction becomes too hot to resist. Is there a chance this fake marriage could become real, or will the lies they’re telling destroy their budding romance? VERDICT This romance from Micciche (The Book Proposal) makes outrageous situations completely believable and irresistibly interesting, while clever writing and great character development will pull readers in and keep them hooked.