The Neighbor Wager By Crystal Kaswell

In the unpredictable realm of attraction, River, once the nerdy neighbor, now dons tattoos and newfound allure. Even Lexi, his teenage crush, is drawn to him. Yet, Deanna, the pragmatic mind behind the dating app Meetcute, insists they're mismatched. Tasked with saving her app's future, Deanna navigates the complexities of love.

River, convinced he's found true love, clashes with Deanna's algorithmic certainty. The challenge? Convince him that his feelings for Lexi are far from love. With Meetcute's fate hanging in the balance, Deanna aims to redirect River's affections towards her.

As emotions swirl, Deanna orchestrates a delicate dance, attempting to demonstrate that what River perceives as love is merely a mirage. The stakes are high—will River realize the mismatch, or will Meetcute's future be compromised?

In this tale of shifting affections and digital matchmaking, the science of attraction undergoes a serious test. Deanna, armed with algorithms and determination, strives to reshape River's romantic path, even if it means diverting his attention from Lexi to herself. With humor and heart, the story explores the intricacies of love, algorithms, and the unexpected twists that defy even the most sophisticated calculations. 📚❤️