Hot Desk

Alice and Jamie are forced to share a desk, which leads to a fun and entertaining read. The book is a mix of Bridget Jones in 2021, experiencing a hybrid work environment, and is a light-hearted read.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 25 November 2021
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

A post-it note is just the beginning of an exciting new adventure for Alice and Jamie, two colleagues who are about to embark on a journey of shared workspace and unexpected romance.

Alice loves her job and wants to keep it, no matter what the cost. But then she is told that the company is switching to flexible working and hot desking, which means that her desk will be shared with a colleague named Jamie.

At first, Alice is hesitant and unsure about how this arrangement will work. She is used to having her own space and her own things, and she doesn't want to lose that. But as she spends more time with Jamie, she realizes that he is not as annoying as she thought he would be. In fact, he is kind, funny, and easy to get along with.

As they start to share their desk, Alice and Jamie begin to develop a friendship. They share stories, laugh together, and even help each other out with work tasks. Alice is surprised to find that she enjoys spending time with Jamie, and she starts to develop feelings for him.

But Jamie is not interested in a romantic relationship. He is happy with his life the way it is, and he doesn't want to complicate things by getting involved with someone. Alice is disappointed, but she understands that Jamie must make his own choices.

Despite this, Alice and Jamie continue to share their desk and work together. They develop a routine that works for both of them, and they even start to help each other improve their work performance. Alice is proud of the way that they have worked together, and she is grateful for the new friendship that they have formed.

As time goes on, Alice and Jamie's friendship grows stronger. They become more than just colleagues, and they start to share their personal lives with each other. Alice learns that Jamie has a deep passion for music, and he plays the guitar in a band. Jamie learns that Alice has a secret talent for painting, and she has been working on a series of paintings that she is proud of.

One day, Alice decides to take a risk and tell Jamie how she feels about him. She is nervous and unsure about what he will say, but she knows that she must be honest with him. Jamie is surprised by Alice's confession, but he is also touched by her bravery. He tells Alice that he has also developed feelings for her, but he is afraid to take the next step.

Alice and Jamie spend some time thinking about their feelings and discussing their future. They realize that they are compatible and that they have a lot in common. They decide to take a chance and start a romantic relationship.

Their relationship is not without its challenges. They must navigate the complexities of working together and balancing their personal and professional lives. But they are determined to make it work, and they support each other through thick and thin.

In the end, Alice and Jamie's relationship is a success. They have found love and happiness in each other, and they have learned that sometimes the best things in life come from taking a chance and stepping outside of your comfort zone.

Hot Desk is a must-read for fans of Beth OLeary, Mhairi McFarlane, and Sophie Kinsella. It is a funny, heartwarming, and poignant story that shows that the best things in life are worth waiting for. Alice and Jamie's journey is full of ups and downs, but they never give up on each other, and they ultimately find the happiness that they have been searching for.

So, if you are looking for a book that will make you laugh, make you cry, and make you believe in the power of love, then Hot Desk is the perfect choice for you.

Weight: 276g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008436278