First published 2022
Shay Goldstein has worked at Seattle's public radio station for nearly ten years. She clashes constantly with Dominic Yun, a recent journalism graduate who thinks he knows everything about broadcasting. When the struggling station needs fresh content, Shay proposes a show called "De ex a ex" where former lovers give relationship advice on air. Her boss loves the idea. Despite never having dated, Shay and Dominic become the hosts because they genuinely dislike each other and easily spot each other's flaws. Neither wants to lie to listeners, but the alternative means losing their jobs. The show quickly gains popularity and climbs the podcast rankings. As their fake breakup story grows more elaborate, Shay and Dominic begin developing real feelings for each other. Their attraction complicates everything in an industry built on truth, where getting caught could destroy more than just their broadcasting careers.
Genres: fiction, romance, adult-fiction, contemporary-romance
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, intimate
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, fake-dating, friends-to-lovers
Setting: Seattle
Period: 21st-century
352 pages · Paperback · Titania