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The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood

When a fake relationship between scientists meets the irresistible force of attraction, it throws one woman’s carefully calculated theories on love into chaos.

As a third-year Ph.D. candidate, Olive Smith doesn’t believe in lasting romantic relationships but her best friend does, and that’s what got her into this situation. Convincing Anh that Olive is on her way to a happily ever after was always going to be tough, scientists require proof. So, like any self-respecting woman, Olive panics and kisses the first man she sees.

That man is none other than Adam Carlsen, a young hotshot professor and well-known ass. Which is why Olive is positively floored when he agrees to keep her charade a secret and be her fake boyfriend. But when a big science conference goes haywire and Adam surprises her again with his unyielding support (and his unyielding abs), their little experiment feels dangerously close to combustion.

Olive soon discovers that the only thing more complicated than a hypothesis on love is putting her own heart under the microscope.

The Striker by Ana Huang

Asher Donovan is a living legend – the darling of the Premier League, the (arguably) greatest footballer in the world.

But his reckless antics and recent team transfer have caused much controversy, and when his feud with his rival-turned-teammate costs them a championship, they’re forced to ‘bond’ during off-season cross-training.

Surviving the summer shouldn’t be hard . . . until Asher meets their new trainer. She’s beautiful, talented, and no matter how hard he tries, he can’t take his mind off her.

The only problem? She’s his rival’s sister – and completely off limits.

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Scarlett DuBois is a former prima ballerina whose career was cut short by a tragic accident.

Now a teacher at a prestigious dance academy but still haunted by the ghosts of her past, the last thing she wants is to spend the summer cross-training Asher Donovan, of all people.

She swore she would never date a footballer, but when her brother leaves town for an emergency, she finds herself thrown into dangerously close proximity with the gorgeous, charming striker.

Training, she can deal with. But falling in love? That’s out of the question – especially when he’s the only person with the power to break her heart.

The Deal by Elle Kennedy

She’s about to make a deal with the college bad boy . . .

Hannah Wells has finally found someone who turns her on. But while she might be confident in every other area of her life, she’s carting around a full set of baggage when it comes to sex and seduction. If she wants to get her crush’s attention, she’ll have to step out of her comfort zone and make him take notice . . . even if it means tutoring the annoying, childish, cocky captain of the hockey team in exchange for a pretend date

. . . and it’s going to be oh so good

All Garrett Graham has ever wanted is to play professional hockey after graduation, but his plummeting GPA is threatening everything he’s worked so hard for. If helping a sarcastic brunette make another guy jealous will help him secure his position on the team, he’s all for it. But when one unexpected kiss leads to the wildest sex of both their lives, it doesn’t take long for Garrett to realize that pretend isn’t going to cut it.

Now he just has to convince Hannah that the man she wants looks a lot like him.

Fever Dream by Elsie Silver

Professional bull rider Emmett Bush is not looking for love – he’s looking for a paycheck to save his family’s farm from bankruptcy. So, when he agrees to be the leading man on a hot new reality dating show, Romance Ranch, he’s already decided it’s all one big performance.

Until Julia Silva walks onto his property. Smart, snarky, beautiful, and off-limits in more ways than one. As the location consultant on set and the little sister of his most bitter professional rival, Theo, she’s the last woman who should pique his interest.

Julia has been warned about Emmett. She knows better than to fall for his cocky swagger, broad shoulders, and smoldering good looks. But when mutual distaste grows into an unexpected connection and then . . . something more, they find themselves searching for excuses to spend time together out of the cameras’ reach.

Knowing glances. Stolen kisses. Secret rendezvous.

Emmett signed up to play the role of an eligible bachelor searching for the one. His family’s land and legacy depend on him completing the show.

The problem is, he’s fallen in love.

Just not with a contestant.

Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh

They are from opposites sides of the track – but when their two worlds collide, nothing will ever be the same again.

Johnny Kavanagh has everything going for him. On the rugby pitch, he’s a force to be reckoned with. Primed for stardom, he’s heading straight for the top. Nothing can possibly get in his way, right? Not even the shy new girl at Tommen College. The one with the sad eyes and hidden bruises. The one that distracts him like no one ever has.

Life has never been easy for Shannon Lynch. Bullied and tortured, she arrives at Tommen College mid-way through the school year praying for a fresh start and desperate to shake off the demons that plague her. On her very first day at the prestigious private school, she comes into contact with the notorious Johnny Kavanagh. Thrown through a hoop over her feelings for him, and desperate to keep a low-profile, Shannon finds herself once again the target of bullies as she forms a fragile alliance with rugby’s rising star.

Falling into a complicated friendship and grappling with their undeniable chemistry, Johnny and Shannon could never have foreseen the obstacles that will threaten their blossoming relationship . . .

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Competition Terms and Conditions

ALL ENTRANTS MUST BE A UK RESIDENT AND OVER THE AGE OF 18.

To enter the competition, go to bookcomps.com/summerbooks and answer the question correctly to be entered into the prize draw.

Final closing date for entries is 23:59 on 20/08/2026 and all entries must be received on or before that date.

The competition is a free prize draw.

One winner will be drawn at random from all successful entries by an independent judge.

The winners will be notified by the 15/09/2026.

The winners will be notified by phone or email.

The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

First prize is:
The winner can choose a one-night break at one of the hotels listed below:

• Lumley Castle Hotel, County Durham
• Talbot Ripley, Surrey
• Bermondsey Square Hotel, London
• Cally Palace Hotel & Golf, Dumfries and Galloway
• Marine Hotel, Llandudno, Wales

The prize consists of a one-night bed and breakfast stay for two people in a standard double/twin room, including a full English breakfast each morning.  All other meals, drinks, and incidentals are not included.  Stay dates are subject to availability and must be completed by 30 August 2027.  Booking must be made with at least 30 days notice.  Availability may be limited during peak seasons, holidays, and special events.  The winner is responsible for all travel expenses to and from the chosen hotel.  The prize is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or any other alternative.  The prize cannot be sold.  If the original prize becomes unavailable due to circumstances outside of our control, then a substitute prize of equal or greater value may be offered.

Second prize is:

A Scott-Samuel Large Woven Leather Basket bag worth £140

Third prize is:
A Haute Florist seasonal bouquet of flowers and candle duo

Fourth prize is:
1 x copy of each of the following books:
-The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood
– The Striker by Ana Huang
– The Deal by Elle Kennedy
– Fever Dream by Elsie Silver
– Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh

The prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable.

The Promoter reserves the right to substitute the prize for one of equal or greater value as required.

Please allow 28 days for physical prizes to be delivered.

Two attempts to contact the winners will be made after which the prize will be forfeit.

Winners must respond to the promoter within 14 days of being contacted.

Winners that respond after that period will not be eligible for the prize.

The winners agree to co-operate with the Promoter for publicity purposes if so required.

By accepting the prize the winners agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.

Any questions, comments or complaints relating to the competition should be directed to the Promoter.

The Promoter reserves the right to alter, amend or discontinue this competition without prior notice in the event that unforeseen circumstances make this unavoidable.

Should any technical issue arise the Promoter/Administrator reserves the right to withdraw the competition and/or any prizes that have been wrongly promised as a result of the technical problems.

The Promoter accepts no responsibility for any damage, loss, liabilities, injury or disappointment suffered by any entrant to the competition or any damage to any entrant’s property (including computer equipment and/or data which is stored on any equipment) as a result of using the application, entering the competition or accepting the prize.

These terms and conditions shall be governed by English law and exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts.

The prize winner’s names and their regional location can be requested from the Administrator by sending a stamped address envelope marked “Bespke Summer Book Club Winner” to the Promoter after 15/09/2026 and before the 1/10/2026.

The Promoter is WhipperSnapper Republic, 6 Tunnel Cottages, High street, Balcombe, West Sussex, RH17 6JZ.

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