Hot Copy
A Novel
by Ruby Barrett
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Pub Date Apr 13 2021 | Archive Date May 13 2021
HARLEQUIN - Carina Press | Carina Press
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Description
A meet-cute gone wrong is the start of a surprising courtship in this fresh, modern take on the workplace romance from debut author Ruby Barrett
Corinne Blunt knows what people think of her—she’s an icy, unapproachable executive. It’s the price she’s had to pay to get to the top. But there’s knowing you have a reputation in the office, and there’s hearing your new intern laugh when someone calls you “Blunt the C*nt” in the elevator on his first day.
She’d hoped to finally find an ally in Wesley Chambers, but she’s not about to let him off the hook for joining the office boys’ club. Taking refuge in the professional boundaries between them, she relegates Wes to assistant work—which would do the trick, if he weren’t so eager to prove he’s a decent human being.
Wes is sincerely apologetic, insisting it was a misunderstanding, and to her surprise, Corinne believes him. Being forced to work together was one thing, but long hours at the office with what turns out to be a kind, thoughtful man soon has their business relationship turning personal, and things get complicated—fast. Could this be something more serious than either of them dared to hope for? Or is their relationship just playing into the harmful power dynamics Corinne’s had to endure her entire career?
A Note From the Publisher
Please note that Hot Copy deals with themes of: workplace sexual harassment, cancer, parental death, grief
Advance Praise
“Sexy, smart and fiercely feminist.” –Helen Hoang, author of The Kiss Quotient
“An intoxicating blend of wholesome sweetness and tear-off-your-clothes steam…Ruby Barrett’s writing leaves me breathless.” –Rosie Danan, author of The Roommate
“The genre needs more heroes like Wesley Chambers. A soft man who embodies non-toxic masculinity.” –Meryl Wilsner, author of Something to Talk About
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9780369703101 |
| PRICE | $5.99 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Book Trade Professional 773118
Ruby Barrett has done something truly extraordinary with her debut. Her fresh characterization pairs gorgeously with heart-wrenching emotion throughout this gender-flipped office romance, but for me the true standout is what she's done with the character of Wes. No spoilers here, but you will honestly find yourself rereading his passages and wondering why you've never met a male character like this one before. Is there something softer than a cinnamon roll? I think we have it in Wes Chambers.
Reviewer 761748
Hot Copy is one of those warm, cozy books that pulls you in from the very first sentence. I think it's a combination of Barrett's easy, natural writing style and the loveliness of the main characters, Wes and Corrine, that makes reading it feel like sinking into a warm bath. I am not exaggerating when I say I put down the book at one point and thought, wow, I actually *needed* this. I never wanted to finish.
Barrett writes about an office romance with a significant power imbalance, which could be tricky, but she handles it so well by confronting issues head-on and making it part of Wes and Corrine's back and forth and what they have to work out to get to their HEA. It was so smart and well done.
Everyone who reads this book is going to adore Wes, and rightly so, because he is the most adorable, relatable, charming character, but I want to shout out Corrine, who has to carry a lot of weight on her shoulders and make most of the big decisons. I love her fierce, no-nonsense self (covering a tender heart).
The dialogue is witty and incredibly natural, the supporting characters are *adorable* (shout out to Jeremy, my favorite), the sex scenes are literal fire (still sweating), and this was just one of those books you think about all day, waiting to get back to. One of my favorite romance reads ever.
Reviewer 600006
Thank you to NetGalley and Carina Press for the advance reader copy!
This was emotional and intense, exactly what I expect from a solid workplace contemporary romance! I appreciate all that Miss Barrett tackled in this story: cancer, grief, sexism in the workplace, and the many different ways we can find ourselves falling for someone even if we’re not exactly ready for love; and the work it takes to be worthy of them and a healthy relationship.
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