Playing for Love

‘LOVED it… Romantic, witty, insightful and engaging.’ Sue Moorcroft, Sunday Times bestselling author of A Home in the Sun

***Shortlisted for the Romantic Novelists’ Association Jane Wenham-Jones Award for Romantic Comedy!***



When Sam’s not working on her fledgling business, she spends her time secretly video-gaming. Her crush is famous gamer Blaze, and she’s thrilled when she’s teamed up with him in a virtual tournament.


But what Sam doesn’t know is that Blaze is the alter ego of Luke, her shy colleague – and he has a secret crush too.


Luke has a crush on Sam.
Sam has a crush on Blaze.


How will this game of love play out?



A fun, feel-good romance for fans of You’ve Got Mail, Helen Hoang, Jasmine Guillory and Lindsey Kelk!



‘Fabulous… A perfect lazy Sunday read… Such a treat!’ Sarah Bennett, bestselling author of the Mermaids Point series


‘A sweet, witty story… Delightful.’ Farah Heron, author of Accidentally Engaged


Readers LOVE Playing for Love!
‘Incredibly difficult to put down… I loved the characters so much. You need to read this book!’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘An adorable, uplifting romance… Easily one of the best romances I have read in the past year.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


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‘I can't express how much I loved this book… I devoured the story and finished it in a day.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘The banter was great. The relationships between the characters were even better. And the romance was fabulous. I couldn't have picked a better book.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


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‘Funny, uplifting, true to life, relatable, and cheerful. If you need cheering up this is the perfect book for you.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


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