Publication Date: July 2024

Synopsis:

Presley Fry is not amused. She’s been an assistant at the Late Night Show for way too long, she’s adopted a “business casual” approach to dating to save herself from the embarrassment of seeking genuine connection, and she’s content to allow her gregarious roommate, Isabelle, to orchestrate her entire social life. And yet, Presley is absolutely enamored with her job and the world of stand-up comedy. The joy she finds in discovering up-and-coming comedians, the beauty and connection in their shared humor―it’s enough for now.

Enter Susan Clark, the childhood best friend of Presley’s late mother, whose death still knocks the wind out of Presley whenever she reaches for the phone. Susan is married to the head of the network where Presley works, and she is determined to take Presley under her wing and ease her way through life in the big city. She’s also determined to connect Presley with her son, the bright and affable Lawrence, who couldn’t be further from Presley’s type.

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What To Expect:

Readers can expect a story about a contemporary romance that takes place in NYC.

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Content Warnings:

Language: Moderate

Sexual Content: Moderate – A few scenes, mostly closed door with a few details given but nothing graphic

Violence: Sexual assault/inappropriate work behavior (minor and not graphic at all) & child neglect

Substance Use: Moderate – Reflection of alcohol abuse and drug addiction

Prejudices: Misogyny

Religious Themes: None

Other Topics: Infidelity. Grief/loss of loved one

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