Cover Story: A Novel

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Cover Story: A Novel.

A captivating blend of sharp humor, heartfelt emotion, and irresistible romantic tension, this enemies-to-lovers story from international bestselling author Mhairi McFarlane brings together two journalists who must pretend to be a couple to uncover a career-defining story.

Bel has just started a new role at the Manchester branch of a major national newspaper after the success of her award-winning podcast. With a small team made up of herself, ambitious colleague Aaron, and a new intern, she expects a fresh professional challenge—not an unexpected rivalry.

Then she meets Connor.

Unlike the typical intern she imagined, Connor is a man in his thirties, and their first meeting goes badly. Bel sees him as arrogant and unapproachable, while Connor finds her attitude frustrating and dismissive. Their immediate clash makes it clear that working together will not be easy.

Connor, meanwhile, is trying to rebuild his life from the ground up. He walked away from a comfortable existence in London—including a successful career, a beautiful home, and a seemingly perfect relationship—to chase his dream of becoming a journalist. But after his disastrous first encounter with Bel, the internship begins to feel like another questionable choice. Yet beneath the frustration, he can’t deny that she brings a spark of excitement back into his life.

When Bel uncovers a major story that could change everything, she knows she needs Connor’s help to get closer to the truth. Their investigation forces them into an unexpected arrangement: they must convince others that they aren’t just dating, but deeply and passionately in love.

Keeping up the act is essential. If their fake relationship falls apart, Bel risks losing her biggest story and the chance to bring justice to the people depending on her.

But as their pretend romance becomes more convincing, Bel and Connor begin questioning where the performance ends and reality begins. What started as a professional arrangement may be turning into something far more complicated—and far more genuine.

Filled with witty dialogue, emotional depth, and undeniable chemistry, this unforgettable romance explores love, trust, ambition, and the surprising ways people can change each other’s lives.