Cover illustration: Sandra Chiu
Cover design: Olga Grlic
★ “A sweet, surprisingly emotional romance you won’t be able to put down.”
—Kirkus (starred review)
When Denzel “Denz” Carter’s workaholic father and CEO of 24 Carter Gold unexpectedly announces his retirement, the competition is on for who will become his successor. To convince his judgmental family members that Denz is capable of commitment he impulsively lies about being in a serious relationship. Problem is the last serious relationship he was in hung him high and dry after leaving the continent.
Now Denz needs to find a fake boyfriend to bring to family functions and seal the deal on the CEO position. To do so he enlists the help of his best friend and roommate, Jamie. Someone his family already accepts in their inner circle. But when his BFF is a no-show, Denz is forced to turn to the last person he wants to be in a pretend (or any) relationship Braylon, the man who broke his heart.
Braylon’s sudden reappearance in Denz’s life turns everything upside down. But apparently, he needs Denz’s connections to the mayor to win his own promotion and Denz is currently up a creek without a paddle. So, they strike a deal. It’s all business, but between the funny texts and the confusing kisses soon enough Denz is struggling to separate business from the affairs of his heart.
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Praise for I Think They Love You
“If you love a good Rom-Com for adults, you will love Winters’ I Think They Love You. It’s a light-hearted witty novel that shows that when it comes to love, second chances are truly possible. This book is a fun read that will appeal to working professionals on the come-up!”
—Essence
“Fun and frothy, Winters’s second-chance romance is a celebration of family and love in all its messy glory.”
—Washington Post
★ “YA writer Winters’ adult debut is a deeply romantic story wrapped up in a conceit that speaks to the complicated history between its characters, with rich flashbacks sprinkled throughout… A sweet, surprisingly emotional romance you won’t be able to put down.”
—Kirkus (starred review)
“Winters peppers this heartfelt story with witty banter, some fabulous parties, and a poignant message about being true to oneself. The result is as sweet and savory as, well, French toast grilled cheese.”
—Publishers Weekly
“A fake relationship becomes a real second chance at love in YA author Winters’s adult debut that delivers a thoughtful message amid steamy scenes and tropey plot twists.”
—Library Journal
“Fans of the second-chance and fake dating trope are going to devour I Think They Love You, an excellently executed adult romance, perfect for fans of T.J. Klune and Alison Cochrun.”
—The Nerd Daily
“A swoon-worthy love story? Check. Crackling chemistry? Check. Hilarious and heartfelt characters? Check. Winters never misses.”
—Adib Khorram, author of I’ll Have What He’s Having
“With all the affection of a small-town romance and all the allure of a big-city love affair, I Think They Love You is a brilliant rom-com debut from one of my favorite authors! This book will stay with you like a last kiss goodnight.”
—Ashley Poston, bestselling author of The Dead Romantics
“Have you ever been asked why you’re grinning as you read? You’re about to be. I Think They Love You is a second-chance romance for the true romantics, the ones who know love brings us to the people we need, even if it requires a few attempts. Julian Winters’ adult debut perfectly captures the breathlessness of first love and comfort in bonds that will stand the test of time. Winters is an author who pulls you in with humor and sharp prose and then holds you close with moments of dazzling emotional resonance–this book is a must read.”
—Denise Williams, author of How to Fail at Flirting