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Not Actually Yours: A swoon-worthy, fake-dating, small-town romance

Not Actually Yours: A swoon-worthy, fake-dating, small-town romance - Paperback

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Availability:In StockContributor:Sophie L. HendersonTheme:Sex & Gender/FemininePublish date:5/7/2026Pages:316
Languages:EnglishPublisher:BookoutureISBN-13:9781805504641ISBN-10:1805504649UPC:9781805504641Book Category:FictionBook Subcategory:Romance, WomenBook Topic:Contemporary, New AdultSize:7.81 x 5.06 x 0.71 inchesWeight:0.309Product ID:SCZBRQEND1

Two weeks and two fake dates with Brock Holt-the infuriating firefighter with a savior complex, tough-guy attitude and a body as hot as his temper. And the last person single-by-choice schoolteacher Nix would ever fall for.

Nix's heart is on permanent lockdown after her mom walked out on her, but she needs a date to her cousin's engagement party. Anything to put an end to the relentless single-shaming. Can she find someone-preferably smokin'-willing to spend Thanksgiving weekend with her meddling family in a tiny seaside town in the middle of nowhere?

Brock got burned falling for the wrong girl. But his potential promotion to captain hinges on him having a date for the annual firefighters' gala. Can he convince the entire community that his short fuse is a thing of the past, that he's ready for a serious new role as a fire hall leader?

They've agreed: falling in love is not an option. And soon, they're fooling everyone. Even themselves. When Brock utterly charms Nix's hard-to-impress aunt over a cozy breakfast of pancakes and maple syrup, and sparks fly at the fire department dance, the alarm bells start to ring...

A swoony, sweet and steamy fake-dating romance that is the perfect comfort read. If you love Laurie Gilmore, Amy Daws and Stephanie Archer, you'll be charmed by Not Actually Yours.

Perfect for fans of:

  • Fake dating
  • He falls first
  • Grumpy-sunshine
  • Small-town romance
  • Spice

Readers love Not Actually Yours:

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"Okay so I absolutely devoured this book in less than 5 hours, what did you put in this !!... a fantastic read!" Rebeccaabooktok, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I was hooked from start to finish... And that ending... chef's kiss. Everything wrapped up in such a satisfying, emotional way that left me smiling!" Chaptersofmorgan, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"This is one of those books that will keep a smile on your face because it makes you feel all the feels. ❤️ ... Love the book so much. It was fast-paced and gripping with a bit of spice mixed in, but definitely all the feels." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Such a fantastic read! Oh I devoured this, loved it! The emotional maturity and yet immaturity at the same time was perfection!... it's so good!... They're perfect for each other! I loved it, so spicy and great!" Juliainpaperback, ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Languages:EnglishPublisher:BookoutureISBN-13:9781805504641ISBN-10:1805504649UPC:9781805504641Book Category:FictionBook Subcategory:Romance, WomenBook Topic:Contemporary, New AdultSize:7.81 x 5.06 x 0.71 inchesWeight:0.309Product ID:SCZBRQEND1
Publisher: Bookouture

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