{"product_id":"stand-up-guy","title":"Stand Up Guy","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDumped by Instagram post. Not a whiff of a social life. Can it get any worse?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter a string of failed relationships - romantic and platonic - \u003cstrong\u003eLea\u003c\/strong\u003e’s had enough of watching life happen without her. When she bumps into \u003cstrong\u003eShep\u003c\/strong\u003e, a comedian at the Edinburgh festival in need of accommodation, it feels like destiny. And voilá – Lea now has a lodger and some company.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe two get on like a flat on fire, and Lea can’t resist falling for outgoing Shep. But she knows it’s a mistake that will cost her heart – he’s just another guy passing through, after all. And with Shep’s stand up routine edging him closer to his big break, there’s no way he’ll stick around.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLove is no laughing matter as the festival draws to a close. Can Lea find the confidence to step up and confess her feelings to Shep? Will he want to stay?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA feel-good, heartwarming romance for anyone desperate to break out of their shell and find their true self. Perfect for fans of Beth O’Leary, Laura Jane Williams and Miranda Dickinson.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eStand Up Guy\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eA heartwarming, laugh-out-loud romance\u003c\/strong\u003e with all the feels’ Sandy Barker\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eWarm, witty, with just the right balance of poignancy\u003c\/strong\u003e ... Nina Kaye’s writing really brings the setting, story, and characters to life.’ Zoe Allison\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Nina Kaye has done it again, with another of her trademark \u003cstrong\u003ewarm, funny\u003c\/strong\u003e reads that also shines a gentle light on social issues. I really felt for the main character Lea, and \u003cstrong\u003erooted for her all the way to the heartwarming conclusion\u003c\/strong\u003e’ Fiona Leitch\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eA 5-star read that nestles into your heart\u003c\/strong\u003e, leaving you with that lovely afterglow of a beautifully told story – \u003cstrong\u003ea true gem for any bookworm\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘The banter back and forth between the characters is great. \u003cstrong\u003eA story of romance, friendship, chasing your dreams and finding self-confidence\u003c\/strong\u003e. Definitely give this book a read!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eFull of laughter and tears, this book took me on a journey\u003c\/strong\u003e. There is so much that you can relate to… brilliant!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘This is genuinely \u003cstrong\u003emy new favorite romance novel\u003c\/strong\u003e. No miscommunication tropes, just two adults telling each other how they’re feeling consistently. \u003cstrong\u003eAmazingly well-written\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘This book had me in tears twice in the first three chapters… \u003cstrong\u003eI really related to Lea and was totally invested in her story\u003c\/strong\u003e. Deserves to be a smash hit.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I didn’t want it to end, but equally couldn’t put it down – I read it in a day… \u003cstrong\u003ethe best rom-com I’ve read all year. Lea and Shep are one of my favourite bookish couples ever\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘This is \u003cstrong\u003ea great book\u003c\/strong\u003e. I was able to both laugh and have some tears.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I have hoovered up all of Nina Kaye’s books so far, and \u003cem\u003eStand Up Guy\u003c\/em\u003e was no different. The romance that develops is \u003cstrong\u003ea brilliant ‘will they\/won’t they?’ story. A wonderful read and highly recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57401854034302,"sku":"NW9781804366325","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9781804366325.jpg?v=1778612250","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/en-usa\/products\/stand-up-guy","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}