Slipstream - by Madge Maril (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

In the high-speed world of Formula 1, documentarian Lilah teams up with racing driver Arthur Bianco for a whirlwind of revenge--and perhaps something more.

Lilah Graywood never imagined she'd be spending her summer amidst the roaring engines and adrenaline-fueled world of Formula 1 racing. As a serious documentarian, her passion lies in capturing the raw, unfiltered truth. But when her best friend, business co-owner, and secret boyfriend Max decides to pivot their documentary company to film the Ignition Energy Drink Racing team, Lilah is thrust into a world she despises. Her disdain turns to fury when Max blindsides her, not only ending their relationship but also threatening the company she painstakingly built.

Enter Arthur Bianco, the charismatic and enigmatic F1 reserve driver whose career is as tumultuous as the races he dreams of winning. Initially, Lilah is supposed to document Arthur's relegation to backup driver, but together they concoct a plan to take control of Max's documentary, each with their own motives--Lilah's revenge and Arthur's redemption. Their secret alliance promises to change the narrative, both on and off the track.

As they navigate the glamorous circuits and behind-the-scenes secrets of Formula 1, an unexpected speedbump forces Lilah and Arthur's partnership to evolve into a fake relationship that feels all too real. The chemistry between them is off-limits and undeniable, and as Arthur's cinematic comeback plays out over the hot globe-trotting summer, Lilah finds herself drawn to his true charm and hidden vulnerability. But as the cameras roll and the world watches, Lilah must confront her own feelings and the reality that no script can dictate the course of true love.

Slipstream is a captivating tale of love, revenge, and the unexpected turns life takes. With its blend of humor, heart, and high-speed drama, this contemporary romance is a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of second chances and the thrill of the chase.

Review Quotes

"Slipstream is a wonderfully heartwarming story about finding inner strength, friendship, and love in the unlikeliest of places. I fell for Madge Maril's characters nearly as fast as they fell for each other -- and my heart was racing right along with the cars until the very last page!"
--JENNA LEVINE, bestselling author of My Roommate is a Vampire

"Slipstream shines as bright as the lights on an F1 track with its stunning prose, complex and relatable characters, and pulse-pounding action! I'm confident Madge Maril will soon be your favorite romance writer's favorite romance writer."
--LIANA DE LA ROSA, USA Today bestselling author

"A sexy, vibrant escapade through the wild world of Formula 1 with high stakes and huge feelings. Slipstream swept me up in one of my fastest reading binges in months. It's a perfect on-ramp for racing-curious romance readers."
--KATE GOLDBECK, bestselling author of You, Again

"Fans of Ali Hazelwood and Formula 1 racing rejoice and buckle up for Slipstream, an irresistibly voicey, charming, and sexy romance between a lonely documentarian and a superstar F1 driver with baggage of his own. Full of snappy prose and oozing with chemistry, readers will love watching Lilah fall hard for Arthur as he falls even harder for her. Mark my words, Madge Maril is about to take romancelandia by storm with her stunning debut romance."
--MEREDITH SCHORR, author of As Seen on TV

"Formula 1 cars go fast but Madge Maril makes your heart race faster in this high-speed and high-stakes romance. Loaded with crackling tension on and off the circuits and a whole lot of heart, Slipstream is a dazzling debut!"
--LAUREN KUNG JESSEN, author of Yin Yang Love Song

"I'll be the first to admit I don't know anything about Formula 1 but here's what I've learned about it from Madge Maril's brilliant debut romance Slipstream: it is SEXY. Like, pupils dilating, breath quickening, heart racing SEXY. My pulse sped up from a glimpse of Arthur's wrist when he's all suited up to drive and then it slowed back down for the way he really sees Lilah in a way she doesn't always even see herself. I lost my mind over this book."
--ALICIA THOMPSON, USA Today bestselling author of The Art of Catching Feelings

"With chemistry that leaps off the page, Lilah and Arthur are sure to win hearts."
--PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

About the Author

Madge Maril is a writer, editor, and Byronic hero enthusiast whose work has been published by Harper's Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, and more. Previously a beauty and fashion journalist, Madge fell back in love with fiction through fandom and has been writing stories about big feelings ever since. She lives in Ohio with her husband and cat.