Love is an Open Book
Blurring the line between fiction and reality…
Mia Brady never imagined her romance novels would become bestsellers, much less inspire a hit TV show. However, after signing a deal to write the final book of the series, she’s struck by a serious case of writer’s block. Her fans are clamoring for a passionate payoff, but Mia’s own experience with heartbreak—and current lack of real-life romance—is getting in the way. Do friends who become lovers ever truly have a happy ending?
Gavin Lane would like to think so. As Mia’s ride-or-die BFF, he’s been by her side through it all and convinced himself his crush on her is a thing of the past. He’s not about to let his feelings ruin their friendship, and never will. But things get complicated when Mia pitches a bold idea to help save her career: testing out tried-and-true love story tropes…together.
From workplace romance to fish-out-of-water, Mia and Gavin embark on a series of “experiments” to spark a little creativity—but they are not prepared for the flame that ignites between them. Does their friendship even stand a chance when pure fantasy suddenly becomes a little too real?
Blurring the line between fiction and reality…
Mia Brady never imagined her romance novels would become bestsellers, much less inspire a hit TV show. However, after signing a deal to write the final book of the series, she’s struck by a serious case of writer’s block. Her fans are clamoring for a passionate payoff, but Mia’s own experience with heartbreak—and current lack of real-life romance—is getting in the way. Do friends who become lovers ever truly have a happy ending?
Gavin Lane would like to think so. As Mia’s ride-or-die BFF, he’s been by her side through it all and convinced himself his crush on her is a thing of the past. He’s not about to let his feelings ruin their friendship, and never will. But things get complicated when Mia pitches a bold idea to help save her career: testing out tried-and-true love story tropes…together.
From workplace romance to fish-out-of-water, Mia and Gavin embark on a series of “experiments” to spark a little creativity—but they are not prepared for the flame that ignites between them. Does their friendship even stand a chance when pure fantasy suddenly becomes a little too real?
“Chandra Blumberg writes a heartfelt, witty, swoonworthy romance! This friends-to-lovers romance is full of tension, yearning, and flirty banter. With an insider’s look into writing and romance tropes galore, this contemporary romance is a lighthearted and sweetly passionate must-read!”
―Danielle Jackson, author of Accidentally in Love
“Blumberg totally understood the assignment when she set out to write one of romance’s favorite types of stories. Her tale of best friends — Mia, a romance novelist who is cynical about love and unable to write, and Gavin, who thinks he can help her get her mojo back — is a frisky delight.”
―Los Angeles Times
“An irresistible, unputdownable, toe-curling romance with real, loveable characters and sparkling dialogue, Love is an Open Book is a love letter to the genre and a gift to its readers.”
―Bryn Donovan, author of Her Knight at the Museum
Praise for Love is an Open Book
One of the Boston Globe’s Best Summer Reads!
Blumberg totally understood the assignment when she set out to write one of romance’s favorite types of stories. Her tale of best friends — Mia, a romance novelist who is cynical about love and unable to write, and Gavin, who thinks he can help her get her mojo back — is a frisky delight.” —Los Angeles Times
“Chandra Blumberg writes a heartfelt, witty, swoonworthy romance! This friends-to-lovers romance is full of tension, yearning, and flirty banter. With an insider’s look into writing and romance tropes galore, this contemporary romance is a lighthearted and sweetly passionate must-read!” —Danielle Jackson, author of Accidentally in Love
“An irresistible, unputdownable, toe-curling romance with real, loveable characters and sparkling dialogue, Love is an Open Book is a love letter to the genre and a gift to its readers.” —Bryn Donovan, author of Her Knight at the Museum
“Blumberg delivers another fun, smart romance with very appealing characters and humor.” —Booklist
“A heartfelt, charmingly self-aware ode to romance.” —Kirkus