Dealbreakers - by Lauren Forsythe (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

One woman's trash is another woman's treasure.

A woman with high standards. A rival coworker. And the promotion that stands between them . . .

Coder Marina Spicer has no time to waste when it comes to love, hence her long list of dealbreakers. Frustrated by the online dating world, she created Dealbreakers, an anonymous app where women review how men stack up to their internet profiles. Her high standards have served her well at work, so why not in love?

Enter Lucas Kennedy. A charming Irish content writer, he's the only one standing between Marina and her long-deserved promotion. Much to Marina's chagrin, the two are paired on a project to test out date ideas, ultimately determining which of them will run the department. Taking a peek at Dealbreakers hoping to learn some dirt about her rival, she finds he's the worst-rated man on the entire app.

As Lucas and Marina argue their way through mixing cocktails, salsa dancing, and throwing axes, Marina finds herself having more fun than she's had in years. So when temptation becomes too strong to resist, Marina allows herself to break some of her own rules. After all, if the Dealbreakers say he's Mr. Wrong, he can't possibly be Mr. Right . . . can he?

Review Quotes

"The best type of beach read . . . [A] look at modern dating with a sweet romance at its core." --Culturess

"Satisfying. . . Fans of workplace romances such as The Hating Game by Sally Thorne will enjoy this take on the enemies-to-lovers trope." --Library Journal

"Forsythe's witty and deeply introspective story makes a case for taking a chance on messy, complicated love. Readers will be eager for Marina to open up to her perfectly imperfect soulmate." --Publishers Weekly

"Satisfying. . . A charming and sweet look at the importance of breaking your own rules and taking a chance on love." --Kirkus Reviews

"Enemies to lovers with pitch perfect chemistry. Do not miss Dealbreakers--it will make your summer!" --Annabel Monaghan, author of Nora Goes Off Script and Same Time Next Summer

"Dealbreakers is pure rivals-to-lovers perfection! Full of witty banter and delightful characters, this book had me smiling from beginning to end. Marina's journey is so incredibly relatable and it was a joy watching her learn to open up, take chances, and be vulnerable. Forsythe's sharp dialogue and impeccably drawn characters make this book an absolute must read!" --Falon Ballard, author of Just My Type

"While life might sometimes go off track, Lauren Forsythe's Dealbreakers never does. Forsythe's sophomore novel is a reminder of the power of living in the moment and the courage in trusting your journey. Fun, fresh, and brimming with warmth, this quick-witted workplace romance features a spunky, self-assured heroine who knows what she wants, a charming hero with hidden depths, absolutely crackling dialogue, self-deprecating humor, super cool date activities, and a supportive friend group. I'm rooting for Marina and Lucas in whatever games they play next!" --Lillie Vale, author of The Decoy Girlfriend and The Shaadi Set-Up

About the Author

Lauren Forsythe lives in Hertfordshire with her husband and son, and a cat that gets more spoilt by the day. She works in marketing, studied English and Creative Writing at the UEA, and spends too much time trying to work out how she can retroactively add pockets to every piece of clothing she owns. She is the author of The Fixer Upper and Dealbreakers.