Books for Adults / Fiction
OVERVIEW
At once heartfelt and hilarious, this story of a fateful—and faithful—affair reminds us that sometimes, what we’re looking for might just be closer than we think . . .
Tara and Colin were instant soulmates. But after six years of marriage and many failed IVF attempts, Tara feels unloved and unsexy, while Colin believes his best days are behind him. Neither Tara nor Colin is the cheating type, but they’re both desperate to shake things up. It seems the relationship is over—until they each secretly download a controversial new dating app, Fling, where married people can find discreet, anonymous affairs online. The rules: no tell-tale photos, no real names, and absolutely no distinguishing details. Soon, Colin and Tara are each sent 100% perfect-match profiles, dream partners—but is true love too good to be real?
Tara and Colin were instant soulmates. But after six years of marriage and many failed IVF attempts, Tara feels unloved and unsexy, while Colin believes his best days are behind him. Neither Tara nor Colin is the cheating type, but they’re both desperate to shake things up. It seems the relationship is over—until they each secretly download a controversial new dating app, Fling, where married people can find discreet, anonymous affairs online. The rules: no tell-tale photos, no real names, and absolutely no distinguishing details. Soon, Colin and Tara are each sent 100% perfect-match profiles, dream partners—but is true love too good to be real?
PRAISE
Murray makes the tale as humorous as it is heartfelt, with tough lessons on communication and compromise along the way. Even readers who usually balk at infidelity plotlines will have no trouble empathizing with the nuanced and well-matched protagonists. - Publishers Weekly-
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR(S)
Joseph Murray is an Irish writer based in County Meath. From the age of 16, he began writing screenplays and directing short films, which led to a Most Original Award at Fresh Film Festival in Limerick. After graduating from college, he moved to Los Angeles, where he worked as a digital content specialist. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, Murray used his time in lockdown to pursue his passion for storytelling full-time. He is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and has gained a following on TikTok with his unique brand of comedy sketches.