PhD candidate Olive Smith needs to convince her best friend she's over her ex. In a moment of panic, she impulsively kisses the first man she sees: Dr. Adam Carlsen, a notoriously unapproachable professor. To Olive's surprise, Adam agrees to a fake relationship. As they navigate their academic lives, their initial charade begins to blur with genuine attraction, leading both to question the hypothesis of their arrangement.

Why You Should Read?

• Explores a compelling fake-dating trope set in the competitive world of academia.
• Features a smart, relatable female protagonist in STEM with witty dialogue.
• Blends scientific themes with a heartwarming and steamy contemporary romance.
• Offers an uplifting escape with undeniable chemistry and emotional depth.