Books like A Match of Wits by Jen Turano

Agatha Watson, a seasoned reporter for the New York Tribune, is sent on a last‑minute mission to retrieve her former fiancé, Zayne Beckett, who has abruptly vanished from the city. Zayne is reluctant to leave his New England life, but Agatha’s determination to see him home—and to help his family—forces them back together. The pair must navigate the city’s bustling streets, Agatha’s growing list of enemies from her hard‑hitting journalism, and their own unpredictable chemistry. Neither can give in easily: Zayne resists being rescued, while Agatha shrugs off his attempts to be the heroic counterpart she no longer feels for. Their sharp tongues and stubborn pride launch a series of memorable, often comedic escapades, pushing each other to confront hidden feelings and questionable intentions. As the city around them throbs with intrigue and the stakes climb, Agatha finds herself unexpectedly in danger. With their minds in constant clash—and their hearts staring at a silent, shared past—will the unlikely duo manage to prove that a match made in sharp intellect sometimes sparks true connection?

First publish date: 2014