Hot Copy

A Novel

by Ruby Barrett

On Sale: 04/13/2021

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Hot Copy

A Novel

by Ruby Barrett

On Sale: 04/13/2021

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“An intoxicating blend of wholesome sweetness and tear-off-your-clothes steam…Ruby Barrett’s writing leaves me breathless.” —Rosie Danan, author of The Roommate

"Sexy, smart, and fiercely feminist." —Helen Hoang, author of The Kiss Quotient and The Bride Test

A meet-cute gone wrong is the start of a surprising courtship in this fresh, modern take on the workplace romance from debut author Ruby Barrett

Corrine Blunt knows what people think of her—she’s an icy, unapproachable executive. It’s the price she’s had to pay to get to the top. But there’s knowing you have a reputation in the office, and there’s hearing your new intern laugh when someone calls you “Blunt the C*nt” in the elevator on his first day.

She’d hoped to finally find an ally in Wesley Chambers, but she’s not about to let him off the hook for joining the office boys’ club. Taking refuge in the professional boundaries between them, she relegates Wes to assistant work—which would do the trick, if he weren’t so eager to prove he’s a decent human being.

Wes is sincerely apologetic, insisting it was a misunderstanding, and to her surprise, Corrine believes him. Being forced to work together was one thing, but long hours at the office with what turns out to be a kind, thoughtful man soon has their business relationship turning personal, and things get complicated—fast. Could this be something more serious than either of them dared to hope for? Or is their relationship just playing into the harmful power dynamics Corrine’s had to endure her entire career?

Book 1: Hot Copy
Book 2: The Romance Recipe

Critical Praise

“An intoxicating, addicting romance with a hero who stumbles his way into your heart, everything I want in a love story. Barrett's writing is sexy, smart, and fiercely feminist.” —Helen Hoang, author of The Kiss Quotient and The Bride Test

“An intoxicating blend of wholesome sweetness and tear-off-your-clothes steam…Ruby Barrett’s writing leaves me breathless.” —Rosie Danan, author of The Roommate

“This book exemplifies all of the best parts of the genre, with sweetness and steaminess abounding in equal measure.” —Vulture

“A delightful office romance for the #MeToo era […] Barrett expertly captures both the frenzied intensity of sex as distraction and the awkward drop back into reality as Corrine and Wesley face the limitations of their situation, but it’s the personal growth of both protagonists that really set this rom-com apart. This is a winner.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Ruby Barrett’s Hot Copy is filled with everything you could want in a romance novel: main characters who are easy to root for, a charming cast with sequel potential, and plenty of sizzling love scenes. The genre needs more heroes like Wesley Chambers, a soft man who embodies non-toxic masculinity.” —Meryl Wilsner, author of Something to Talk About

“Ruby Barrett’s Hot Copy is a sizzling debut—sweet, steamy and oh so satisfying, this book stole my heart on every blissful page. Wesley is the soft-hearted, glasses-fogging hero we all need, and Corrine is a power house heroine who doesn’t shy away from the job she wants, or the man she deserves.” —Katie Golding, author of Fearless

"Barrett's work was a delight from start to finish. Her masterful storytelling and electric prose shined throughout." —Charish Reid, author of Hearts on Hold and The Write Escape

"An engaging debut featuring intense feelings and situations, with plenty of heat.” —Library Journal -