The Hating Game

About the book

Lucy Hutton and Joshua Templeman are executive assistants at a recently merged publishing house who occupy a shared office and nurse a mutual, intense loathing. Their workplace conflict manifests through petty psychological games and constant verbal sparring. When both are nominated for the same high-level promotion, their rivalry escalates into a high-stakes battle for professional dominance. However, a sudden elevator encounter shifts their dynamic, forcing Lucy to question whether Joshua’s rigid coldness and her own competitive instincts are masking a significant physical attraction.

Readers who enjoy the enemies-to-lovers trope and fast-paced romantic comedy will find this narrative satisfying. It appeals to those looking for witty dialogue, office politics, and the tension of a slow-burn romance. The story provides a detailed look at how professional competition can evolve into emotional intimacy. Readers walk away with a story about navigating vulnerability in a corporate environment and the realization that hatred and passion often occupy the same space.

Details

Published

2016

Language

EN