Hate to Fake It to You: A Novel by Amanda Sellet

Libby Lane leads a double life on the vibrant side of Oahu: by day, she's a waitress navigating life away from the tourist buzz, and by night, she masquerades as Lillibet, an influencer with a picture-perfect lifestyle concocted for laughs with her friends. What started as a playful joke takes an unexpected turn when Hildy Johnson, a driven junior member of a media dynasty, stumbles upon Libby's Love, Lillibet Instagram feed and sees potential for a collaboration.

Suddenly, Libby and her friends find themselves deepening the facade to impress Hildy, who arrives in Hawaii intent on discussing a potential job opportunity. As they weave a web of make-believe involving a pretend husband, borrowed goats, and even inventing a holiday, chaos ensues. Adding to the mix is Jefferson Jones, a charismatic wildlife photographer accompanying Hildy, whose perceptive gaze hints that he may see through their charade.

As Libby navigates the escalating deception and her growing attraction to Jefferson, the lines blur between truth and fiction. With each passing moment, they risk exposure, especially as secrets beyond Lillibet’s facade threaten to unravel everything they've worked so hard to maintain.

In a whirlwind of comedy and romance, Hate to Fake It to You explores the complexities of identity in the age of social media, where authenticity and fiction intertwine. Libby must confront what she truly desires amidst the chaos of her fabricated persona and the unexpected connections forged in the midst of their tangled web of lies. ❤️📚❤️