Fake Girlfriend

When a high-stakes soccer career meets the rigid expectations of the Regency era, sparks fly in this genre-bending romance. Elena is a star athlete struggling to maintain her professional reputation, while Julian, a trans woman navigating the complexities of 19th-century high society, is desperate to escape an unwanted marriage arrangement. Their worlds collide through a desperate, mutually beneficial pact: Elena agrees to play the part of Julian’s devoted suitor to ward off prying eyes, while Julian provides the social cover Elena needs to keep her secrets buried. What begins as a calculated charade quickly evolves into something profound. As they maneuver through ballroom dances and tense locker room conversations, the lines between their performance and their reality blur. This story explores the tender intersection of identity, courage, and the universal need to be seen for who you truly are. By blending the competitive adrenaline of modern sports with the lush, formal yearning of a historical period piece, this novel offers a fresh perspective on what it means to find home in another person. It is a heartfelt, witty, and deeply romantic celebration of finding love against all odds, proving that sometimes the best way to find yourself is by pretending to be someone else.