The Kiss Countdown By Etta Easton

In this starry debut, event planner Amerie Price faces job loss, a breakup, and imminent homelessness. Desperate, she concocts a fake relationship with Vincent Rogers, a real astronaut she met serendipitously. Vincent agrees to play along in exchange for Amerie posing as his devoted partner to appease his family before his upcoming space mission.

As Amerie navigates the charade, she finds herself drawn to Vincent's undeniable charm and genuine affection. Despite her reservations about the unpredictability of dating an astronaut, Amerie can't deny the gravitational pull between them. Their arrangement provides Amerie with a rent-free room and a chance to focus on her struggling business, but it also challenges her to confront her fears and take a leap of faith.

As their fake relationship deepens, Amerie must grapple with her conflicting emotions and decide whether to pursue a future with Vincent, risking the uncertainty of a relationship with a man destined for the stars. With her heart torn between safety and adventure, Amerie faces a pivotal choice that could lead to either settling for the mundane or reaching for her dreams.

Filled with humor, romance, and a touch of whimsy, this debut novel explores themes of risk, love, and self-discovery. As Amerie and Vincent navigate the complexities of their faux romance, they discover unexpected truths about themselves and each other, ultimately realizing that sometimes the greatest adventures come from taking chances and following your heart. 📚❤️