The Friendship Study -- Ruby Barrett - Paperback

"Barrett writes with tremendous care for anyone who has ever felt lonely." --Rosie Danan, author of The Roommate

Jesse Logan doesn't want a fresh start. He wants his old life back--before an injury made his career as a firefighter impossible, before his grandfather's Alzheimer's got so bad he doesn't recognize Jesse anymore. When a friend tells him about a paid psychological study, Jesse sees it as a chance to get back to the man he was while making a little extra cash.

All Lulu Banks is asking for is a fresh start. Back home after a devastating breakup, she's struggling to find her place. She's always been a lot--too loud, too eager, too obvious about her feelings. The friendship study seems like a great idea...until she's paired with Jesse Logan, who recently ghosted her after a blind date that led to a steamy make-out session.

Now that old familiar tension is back. Despite the program's strict "no romance" rule, Jesse and Lulu are quick to find a work-around that allows them to explore their tenuous connection. And soon they're on their way to total self-improvement...

As long as they don't get caught.

Author: Ruby Barrett
Publisher: Carina Adores
Published: 02/13/2024
Pages: 320
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 6.40h x 5.30w x 1.20d
ISBN: 9781335476036

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 01/01/2024 pg. 60