The title of this book has two meanings, one relates a profession, and the other to Stella, the main character’s dating life. Finding a boyfriend is hard, especially when you’re hiding a secret like Stella is.
Originally, Play the Game began as a short story, and with this book cover. I liked it, and still do, but as the story developed, it became more intimate, and I wanted the cover to reflect that.
I also didn’t want to reveal a secret, which started off as a mystery
This new image says so much more about the book. It’s a romance, and seeing a face on the cover draws readers in, don’t you think? It also fits the story better, especially since it’s told in the first person from Stella’s point of view.
I’m proud of this novel and hope people will read it—because everyone loves a happy ever after.
Blurb:
Stella’s father’s actions place her in danger, leaving her no choice but to take drastic steps to protect herself.
Life grows increasingly strained as she struggles to endure a job she despises while keeping her family’s secrets hidden.
Seeking refuge at a nearby hotel, she meets Kelly, whose warmth brings light into her shadowed world, until her colleagues uncover the truth about him. Now, burdened by her own dark secret, Stella must decide whether their fragile bond can survive.
As the past tightens its grip, Stella faces an impossible choice: protect her father or fight for the man who has given her hope.
A tender yet tense tale of love, sacrifice, and the courage to reclaim one’s life.
A sweet story of hope, anxiety, and love.
World of Stories 