The Marriage Game

Sara Desai

In this sizzling romantic comedy, an aspiring entrepreneur and a ruthless CEO find themselves locked in a battle of wits and wills. When Layla Patel's life takes an unexpected turn, she returns home to San Francisco, only to have her father orchestrate a series of blind dates. Meanwhile, Sam Mehta, a CEO accustomed to conflict, seeks a quiet office space and finds himself sharing it with the infuriatingly charming Layla and her boisterous family. As their professional rivalry escalates into a passionate entanglement, they must confront whether their intense connection is genuine love or merely a game.

Nisha Sharma

When Simran Mehta's parents threaten to set her up with every eligible bachelor in their community, she decides to take matters into her own hands by creating a fake dating profile—only to match with Dr. Dil, a charming cardiologist who seems almost too perfect to be real. As their online connection deepens and they begin meeting in person, Simran finds herself falling for the witty, compassionate man behind the profile, even as she struggles with the deception at the heart of their relationship. Caught between her desire for independence and her family's expectations, Simran must navigate the messy reality of modern dating while confronting her own fears about love and commitment. Nisha Sharma's debut novel is a delightful romantic comedy that explores the intersection of tradition and contemporary life, offering a fresh perspective on South Asian identity and the universal search for authentic connection. With humor, heart, and genuine chemistry between its leads, this charming story celebrates the courage it takes to be true to yourself while opening your heart to love.

Sara Desai

Daisy just wants her matchmaking relatives to stop—so when a late grandfather’s will demands she be married, she agrees to a marriage of convenience that promises peace at last. Liam Murphy, a venture capitalist with something to prove, discovers his own inheritance hinges on the same condition, setting both of their carefully managed lives on a collision course. To escape relentless pressure, Daisy and Liam strike a deal that turns “pretend” into something far more complicated as they navigate expectations, family meddling, and the fine line between performance and real connection. With witty banter and high-stakes emotional momentum, this romance explores themes of identity, obligation versus choice, and how love can grow in the most unlikely arrangements.