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Fool Me Once: A simmering, sizzling second-chance romcom from TikTok sensation Ashley Winstead

Fool Me Once: A simmering, sizzling second-chance romcom from TikTok sensation Ashley Winstead

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Fool Me Once is a romance novel that explores the chaos of wanting something you used to have, following Lee Stone, a twenty-first-century woman who has learned never to trust love after four major heartbreaks. When Lee's ex-boyfriend Ben Laderman reappears five years later as a policy expert for the Texas governor, old sparks reignite, leading to a romantic dustup. The book is a hilarious and sharp-tongued romance with an unforgettable, unapologetic heroine.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC


In this captivating and witty tale of exes, Ashley Winstead's Fool Me Once delves into the complexities of yearning for a lost love. Lee Stone, a modern-day woman with a fierce determination and a no-strings-attached attitude, navigates the chaos of wanting what she once had. After four significant heartbreaks, Lee has learned to trust love only to a certain extent. However, her world is turned upside down when her grad-school boyfriend, Ben Laderman, reappears as a policy expert for the Texas governor, just as Lee is working tirelessly to pass a clean-energy bill. As old sparks reignite and they are forced to work together, tensions escalate, leading to a romantic showdown that rivals the size of Texas.

Fool Me Once is a delightful romance for anyone who has ever felt like a bit of a mess, yet still believes in the power of love. Winstead's writing is filled with humor, wit, and heart, making this story an unforgettable and unapologetic heroine. With its sharp-tongued banter and captivating characters, this book offers a love story for every truly hot mess. From start to finish, it delivers a wild, sexy ride that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in Ashley Winstead's laugh-out-loud rom-com series.

Rachel Lynn Solomon, Kirkus, Trish Doller, Kate Bromley, and Publishers Weekly have all praised Fool Me Once for its fresh, funny, and chaotically wonderful narrative. The book has been described as a love story with bite, wit, and heart, and Winstead's ability to weave an undeniably sexy tale of will-they/wont-they is praised. Lee Stone is a relatable and captivating character, and readers will find themselves rooting for her as she navigates the complexities of love and life.

In conclusion, Fool Me Once is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good romance with a touch of humor and a lot of heart. Ashley Winstead's writing is witty, engaging, and relatable, and her characters are unforgettable. This book is a perfect blend of romance, humor, and heart, and it will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in the series.

Weight: 258g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781035904181

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