Slow Burn Summer

A Novel

De: Josie Silver

Narrado por: Anna Acton

A talent agent hires an actress to play the part of “novelist” on a book tour for his agency’s publicity-shy client in this delightful rom-com from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Reese’s Book Club Pick One Day in December

She’s playing the part of romance author, but has she found her own real life love story?

Talent agent Charlie Francisco has three problems: a divorce that ended his screenwriting career, a business he never planned to inherit, and a take-your-breath-away romance novel whose author wants nothing to do with its publication. The book is a surefire hit, if only his agency can find someone to “play” author on its summer book tour.

Enter Kate Elliott, a former soap actress who’s miraculously right for the part at the very moment her life seems to be going all wrong. Kate is still recovering from her own divorce and Charlie’s job offer is a lifeline. She agrees to the pretense for all interviews, signings, and appearances surrounding the novel’s publication. But she can’t know who really wrote the remarkable story—the one so beautiful it’s made her believe in love again.

When Kate and Charlie meet they’re all friction and sparks—the one thing they have in common is they’re determined to play their respective parts. But as the summer heat ups and the lies get bigger and bigger, can they stick to their lines . . . or will they go off-script?

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Praise for Josie Silver

“Iris and Gio’s relationship is full of sexy, heart-meltingly romantic moments in this emotional and charming rom-com from [Josie] Silver, which deserves its own movie.”—Library Journal, on A Winter in New York

“A tender heartfelt read with the perfect blend of ingredients: New York, food, family, and romance!”—Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of This Time Next Year, on A Winter in New York

“Get ready to be swept up in a whirlwind romance. It absolutely charmed me.”―Reese Witherspoon, on One Day in December

“Calling all hopeless romantics.”―People, on One Day in December

“A must-read.”―US Weekly, on One Day in December

“Josie Silver writes with a warmth so palpable her characters sneak their way into your heart and stay there for a long time.”―Jill Santopolo, author of The Light We Lost, on One Day in December

“Impossibly romantic.”―Cosmopolitan, on The Two Lives of Lydia Bird

“Bursting with wit and charm . . . heart-wrenching yet hope-filled.”―Woman’s World, on The Two Lives of Lydia Bird

“A novel that will make you laugh, cry, and think about the precious gift of being in love.”―Today, on The Two Lives of Lydia Bird

“What a beautiful, emotional gift Josie Silver has given us.”―Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestselling co-author of Mad Honey, on The Two Lives of Lydia Bird

“This rom-com is filled with unexpected twists and engaging details and has a truly heart-lifting ending.”―USA Today, on One Night on the Island

“Quirky, funny in that smart British way, and truly enjoyable, this smart rom-com is the book to pack for your next adventure.”―Zibby Owens for Good Morning America, on One Night on the Island

Josie does it again

LOVE!!! Such an easy but enticing listen. I loved the storyline, voices everything was great.

A great beach read!

This is a very slow burn romance between the two main characters. The narration was wonderful add brought the characters alive. I recommend this book. It’s a great rom com summer read.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance reader copy. I also purchased the audible book.

Sweet, happy ending

Sweet romance, with focus on people who love to read…and fabulous reader for the audio book version.

Pretty Good

I enjoyed the book. Interesting spin on things. Not quite a romance, but close.
Kate was a fun heroine.
Wish they had told the story through everyone’s view more thoroughly.

Cute & Funny

Any hardcore romance or fiction book lover will devour this latest release by JS. Wonderful characters all centered around a best selling book. Fun banter, chaotic unintentional antics, and a swoony slow burn romance. Really enjoyed listening to this one.

Narration was really great giving each character their own unique voice.

Amazing unique storyline

Truly loved this book and the fun storyline. Immediately began rooting for the characters and book flew by. Fun read w great narration.

Did Josie write this?

Josie is one of my favorite authors and her previous books have left me wanting more. This one seems like it was written by someone else, just like the storyline. I was not very invested in the characters, but they had so much potential. Very strange plot and development. Not my favorite.

A little odd

Cute but a bit odd - I didn’t really get the connection between Kate and Charlie. It just seemed to pop up out of nowhere. And I can’t imagine a book, or a pretend author, gaining such intense national attention. It was a bizarre premise but a cute enough story to engage for an afternoon.