Isn't She Lovely (A Redemption Novel)

<b><b>The rules are clear - until they're broken. The first book in Lauren Layne's Redemption series gives a classic love story its edgiest twist yet.</b><br></b> <i> </i><br> <i>&quot;Who knew that pretending you're not falling for someone would be so much more difficult than pretending that you are?&quot; </i><br> <br> Stephanie Kendrick gave up her whole summer to ace her NYU film school screenwriting course, so she's pissed to be stuck with a preppy, spoiled frat boy as her writing partner. Then again, with her piercings, black-rimmed eyes, and Goth wardrobe, Stephanie isn't exactly Ethan Price's type, either. He's probably got his eye on some leggy blonde with a trust fund . . . or does he?<br> <br> As the summer scene kicks off in the Hamptons, Ethan is desperate to make his snobbish mother forget the pedigreed girl who broke his heart. While Stephanie's a stretch as a decoy, the right makeover and a pastel cardigan just might do the trick. She may not love the idea of playing Ethan's brainless Barbie girlfriend, but the free rent and luxurious digs make a tempting offer. So does the promise of a ready-made screenplay idea inspired by their charade.<br> <br> But when Stephanie steps into Ethan's privileged world, the &quot;acting&quot; begins to feel all too real. The kissing and touching that were intended to fool the Hamptons crowd wind up manipulating <i>them</i>. And Stephanie faces a question she's too afraid to ask: Is Ethan falling for the real her or for the dolled-up princess he wants to see?<br><br>BONUS: Includes an excerpt from Lauren Layne's<i> Broken.</i><br><br><b>Praise for <i>Isn't She Lovely</i></b><br> <br> &quot;Fresh and authentic, Lauren Layne's <i>Isn't She Lovely</i> packs intelligence, wit, and an addictive romance into one fantastic read! I loved the bold characters, the slow-building yet steamy romance, and the raw and painful edge of self-discovery. I couldn't put it down!&quot;<b> - <i>New York Times </i>and<i> USA Today</i> bestselling author Cora Carmack</b><br> <br> &quot;A fresh new voice in the New Adult genre . . . I loved this book! Such a fun read from start to finish. You won't want to put it down!&quot;<b> - <i>New York Times </i>and <i>USA Today </i>bestselling author Jen McLaughlin</b><br> <br> &quot;<i>Isn't She Lovely </i>is full of complex characters you want to root for - and a hero that will make you swoon.&quot;<b> - <i>New York Times </i>bestselling author Monica Murphy</b><br> <br>&quot;These two characters have chemistry, and the readers can feel it.&quot;<b> - <i>The Romance Reviews</i></b><br><br>&quot;[The] perfect combination of irreverent and serious . . . I adored this book.&quot;<b> - <i>Penny Dreadful Book Reviews</i></b><br> <b><i> </i></b><br> &quot;I really enjoyed going along for the ride on this one. So glad I took a chance on it!&quot;<b> - <i>Examiner.com</i></b><br> <b><i> </i></b><br> &quot;If you're looking to escape with a quick and entertaining New Adult contemporary romance with real romance, humor, a touch of angst, a strong girl and a totally swoony guy, this is the book for you.&quot;<b> - <i>Kimberly Faye Reads</i></b><br> <b><i> </i></b><br> &quot;Perfect, and a satisfying ending.&quot;<b> - <i>Jeannie Zelos Book Reviews</i></b><br> <b><i> </i></b><br> &quot;The author does a great job with the book. I recommend this to any fans of New Adult, romance or just a great book.&quot;<b> - <i>Racing to Read</i></b><br> <b><i> </i></b><br> &quot;Amazing, fun . . . [a] great book.&quot;<b> - <i>For My Love of Books</i></b>