Not Just Pretend

Not Just Pretend
What happens when a fake relationship with your best friend starts to feel a little too real?
Nate has always had one rule: never risk his friendship with Lili. She's the one person who knows his secrets, believes in his music dreams, and has been by his side through everything. But when a clingy groupie starts spreading rumors, Nate blurts out the only solution he can think of: pretend to date Lili.
For Lili, agreeing to play Nate's girlfriend felt like no big deal—at first. She never imagined that every kiss meant to fool the world would leave her heart racing, or that pretending to be in love would start to blur into something dangerous and real.
Now, friendship and love are colliding in ways neither of them expected. Every touch feels like a promise, every kiss makes the lie harder to believe, and every moment together risks the only thing they swore they'd never lose: each other.

Lena Steinhowser is a romance author known for blending sizzling chemistry with gripping stories. From contemporary love to high-stakes action and billionaire fantasies, her books deliver passion, intrigue, and unforgettable characters that keep readers coming back for more.