The Book of Rook

Rook Raines is a billionaire playboy who has everything he could ever want - except the one thing he needs to be considered as the next Vice President of his father's company: stability. He needs a fake girlfriend and he needs her fast. Enter Phoenix Jefferies, a woman he met briefly in Cancun and the cousin of his past crush. Phoenix comes to New York for a fresh start, away from her abusive ex husband. When Rook asks for a favor; pretend to his girlfriend temporarily, she reluctantly agrees. As Rook and Phoenix navigate the rough waters of high society and corporate politics, they must confront their own pasts and secrets. Phoenix's ex husband is not far behind and the danger he poses is very real. Meanwhile, Rook finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Phoenix, her strength and resilience awakening feelings he never thought possible. Their charade become increasingly complicated as the lines between real and fake blur. Can they keep up the facade long enough so he can become VP and keep Phoenix safe? And what happens when their fake relationship starts to feel all too real.