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Luc O'Donnell, a reluctant celebrity whose rock‑star parents split when he was young, is thrust back into the spotlight when his estranged father makes a comeback. A compromising photo threatens to ruin his public image. To salvage his reputation, Luc agrees to a sham boyfriend arrangement with Oliver Blackwood, a principled barrister and devoted vegetarian known for his impeccable record. Although they share little, the pair agree to pose as a couple for a high‑profile event, then separate afterward. As the pretense deepens, their faked affection grows into genuine love, complicating the plan and challenging both of their lives.
First publish date: 2020
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Gay Fiction
Authors: Alexis Hall
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