On Her Terms

by Amy Spalding

Narrated by Lori Prince

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Pub Date Feb 25 2025 | Archive Date Feb 28 2025

RBmedia | Recorded Books

LGBTQIAP+ | Romance

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Description

For fans of Casey McQuiston, Alexis Hall, and Meryl Wilsner, an actually hilarious, sweetly sexy, gloriously relatable sapphic rom-com about a fake relationship, very real emotions, and writing your own Hollywood love story – from the acclaimed author of For Her Consideration.

Fresh off breaking up with her boyfriend and swerving away from the conventional, TikTok-ready married life she never wanted, Clementine is ready to explore the alternatives. Not that she wants to be single forever, much less die alone. But at thirty-six, it’s time for her to experience new things—including in her love life. And though an invitation to a fake relationship to appease family sounds like a recipe for disaster, Clem finds herself saying yes to smart, spirited dog groomer Chloe Lee anyway . . .

Chloe is long past her own baby gay era, but even before they’ve tackled Clem’s parents’ anniversary party and Chloe’s friend’s wedding, the two of them end up spending a lot of time together. As the attraction between them grows stronger, it all begins to feel pretty real to Clem. Chloe, however, is fine as just friends—plus she’s convinced Clem is just eager for “someone” to take her off the singles list. How to persuade her otherwise? After all, Clem is starting to realize her life is wonderfully full and being “alone” doesn’t scare her a bit. Still, being without the tiny powerhouse that is Chloe, specifically? That’s a whole other story . . .

Wise, witty, and full of heart, here is an uplifting love story with an ending worth waiting for.

Advance Praise

“Spalding’s third installment in the “Out in Hollywood” series, after At Her Service, offers a heartwarming exploration of self-discovery and personal growth through the lens of a fake-dating romance…While the fake-dating trope is familiar, Spalding’s execution feels genuine. She continues to demonstrate her expertise in crafting WLW narratives with authenticity and charm, filled with nuanced characters, emotional depth, and lighthearted moments. This is a delightful read for fans of contemporary sapphic romance, especially those who appreciate stories of personal growth alongside romantic development.” —Library Journal

"On Her Terms is a big-hearted time machine to those tender days of early queerdom. My heart ached with how hard I related to Clementine, and queer and straight readers alike will love spending time in the bright, colorful, unapologetically gay world that Amy Spalding created. This book is a love letter to late bloomers, and to everyone who believes it's never too late to get everything you've always wanted." —Kate Stayman-London, bestselling author of One To Watch

“Nothing makes me happier than diving into Amy Spalding’s vivid and hilarious LA, and On Her Terms is no exception! A tender, sizzling romance wrapped around a beautiful story of first queer love, friendship, and the cutest pets around. I was cheering for Clem and her journey through baby queerness and finding her confidence with both dreamy love interest Chloe and throughout the rest of her life. A knockout!” —Carlyn Greenwald, author of Sizzle Reel and Director’s Cut

"On Her Terms is Amy Spalding at her best. Witty, fresh, and fun, the story thoughtfully explores the complexities around truly embracing who you are, and how that might change your life in the most unexpected of ways. With a fun fake-dating premise, some of the best named animals in literature, and a couple you’re rooting for from the moment they meet, Spalding gives us a romance that’ll be on all readers’ terms." —Jenny L. Howe, author of On the Plus Side

"On Her Terms is filled with Amy Spalding's signature charm and hilarity. This book is so endearing that you should absolutely add it to your bookshelves.” —Nisha Sharma, author of YA and contemporary romance