International Relations - by Zac Hammett (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Max has never had time for a relationship working in the high-stakes world of international diplomacy. But when a high-profile ambassadorial position opens up in Athens, Max is discreetly advised that his single status isn't helping his chances. In this line of work, appearances matter, and Max's rival Quentin has an advantage in the form of his charming and accomplished girlfriend.

Determined not to lose out, Max hires Hunter, a charismatic actor, to play the perfect boyfriend. Hunter dazzles on the diplomatic circuit, but soon the charade takes on a life of its own. When visa complications force Max and Hunter to make their relationship official, they find themselves trapped in a marriage of convenience that is anything but convenient. There's only one thing that could make all this even more complicated--if Max and Hunter's feelings for each other start becoming real . . .

International Relations is a fake dating to fake marriage romance filled with glamorous locations, sizzling chemistry, and a love story that will capture your heart.

Tropes: Fake dating / Fake marriage / Fake relationship / Opposites attract / Grump sunshine / Forced proximity

Review Quotes

"International Relations is simply delicious, ferociously funny, and deeply moving. Every single page made me laugh out loud, and it's impossible not to fall for these characters!" --Daisy Buchanan, author of All Grown Up

"Wickedly charming. Superbly sexy. Utterly delightful. I was laughing out loud from page one. Hammett's bitingly clever prose balances beautifully with every moment of complex emotional depth. International Relations is a rom-com masterpiece. A must read." --Andie Burke, author of Fall for Him

"Zac Hammett delivers the perfect rom-com scenario with International Relations a desperate diplomat, an aspiring actor, and a fake dating agreement that'll have you swooning as the line between pretense and reality blurs. With a play on iconic tropes and slow burn chemistry, this romance is sure to leave your heart full and your cheeks hurting from the biggest smile!" --Matthew Hubbard, critically acclaimed author of The Last Boyfriends Rules for Revenge

"Equal parts sweeping and sweet, International Relations is voicey, cinematic, and so much fun! Max and Hunter won my heart and had me reaching for my passport." --Timothy Janovsky, USA Today bestselling author of The Merriest Misters

"Come for the fake dating and political drama, stay for the dangerously charming chemistry! International Relations is flirty, addictive, and so full of tension it practically hums off the page. Zac Hammett writes the kind of love story that makes you believe falling hard . . . and risking everything . . . is always worth it. Watching Max and Hunter comedically fake feelings for one another while figuring out what's actually real was rom-com gold! This is Zac Hammett at his absolute best!" --Chip Pons, author of Winging It with You

"Zac's horny sophomore novel is a triumph from start to finish. Sexy and witty, with a massage scene that had me longing for more, International Relations is a slow burn romance with heart and humor. Just what I'm looking for in my romance reads!" --Jack Strange, author of Look Up, Handsome

"International Relations is an absolute romp. Writing with his signature charm and wit, Hammett proves yet again that he's a wonderful ambassador for queer love stories. This is the type of hilarious, heartwarming rom-com you'll want to return to over and over." --Tom Vellner, author of Thirty Love

"International Relations is the swoon-worthy, hilarious, and immersive escape readers have been waiting for! Hammett balances heartwarming moments with propulsive pacing and punchy dialogue, making for a joyous read." --Robby Weber, author of Everything About You

"Hammett has a lot of fun with the fake dating trope as the men support each other through career goals and wrestle with their developing feelings. The result is an amusing and breezy romp." ―Publishers Weekly

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