Bookish and the Beast
Ashley Poston
Once Upon A Con, book 3
Average Goodreads rating3.7
- Enemies to Lovers
- Witty Banter & Sharp Dialogue
Book 2 in Ocean Bay
by Chloe Walsh
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Waiting Game by Chloe Walsh is a contemporary romance full of tension, secrets, and slow-burn love, as characters navigate trust, desire, and the challenges that threaten to keep them apart.
Tagged on the series as a whole, so not every book will feature each one.
Waiting Game by Chloe Walsh is a contemporary romance novel that weaves together slow-burn attraction, emotional tension, and compelling characters. The story explores the complexities of trust, loyalty, and desire as two individuals navigate circumstances that test their connection and challenge their hearts.
At the core of the novel is a romance fueled by longing, misunderstandings, and obstacles that keep the protagonists from fully embracing their feelings. Walsh skillfully balances moments of tenderness with high-stakes emotional drama, creating a narrative that keeps readers invested in both the romance and the characters’ personal growth.
Themes of patience, forgiveness, and self-discovery run throughout the novel, highlighting the journey of learning to trust and open oneself to love despite past hurt. Characters must confront their fears, secrets, and vulnerabilities while navigating the challenges life throws their way.
Waiting Game features popular romance tropes such as slow-burn relationships, forbidden attraction, emotional tension, second-chance love, and secrets that complicate relationships. Chloe Walsh’s writing is immersive and character-driven, allowing readers to connect deeply with the protagonists and experience the highs and lows of their journey.
Ideal for fans of contemporary romance with emotional depth, suspense, and relatable characters, Waiting Game delivers a story of love, trust, and the courage to follow one’s heart even when the odds are against it.
Ashley Poston
Once Upon A Con, book 3
Average Goodreads rating3.7
Elsie Silver
Chestnut Springs, book 1
Average Goodreads rating4.3
Christina Lauren
Average Goodreads rating4.2
Hannah Grace
Maple Hills, book 1
Average Goodreads rating4.4
Ali Hazelwood
Average Goodreads rating3.9
Lynn Painter
Better Than the Movies, book 1
Average Goodreads rating4.3
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Average Goodreads rating4.5
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Average Goodreads rating4.0
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Average Goodreads rating4.2
Buy from Amazon (opens Amazon in a new tab)Irish author Chloe Walsh writes emotionally intense contemporary romance featuring damaged heroes, protective alphas, and childhood friends-to-lovers dynamics. Best known for her Boys of Tommen series set in rural Ireland with rugby-playing heroes.
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