Revealing book covers and blurbs is always an exciting milestone, especially for an author’s debut novel. That’s why I’m so delighted to properly introduce you to Love Apptually!
Last month, I gave a little teaser on what to expect in this book, and now it’s time to share the full description:
When high tech meets high fashion
Celebrity stylist Casey Holbright is used to being the sidekick in someone else’s story. But when her biggest client suddenly decides to dump her right before Fashion Week, she needs to channel some major main character energy.
Casey’s ecstatic when she lands a gig making over Evan Chen, the eccentric founder and CEO of San Francisco’s next tech unicorn, Habituall. Her dream job quickly unravels into a nightmare, however, when she learns Evan never agreed to hire her and has zero intention of ditching his gym-rat attire—not for his own board of directors and definitely not for a fashionista who cares more about Prada than Python.
The most infuriating part of this whole ordeal? Evan’s got the rock-hard body to make even cargo shorts look good. But just when their rivalry turns into something more, Casey discovers a bigger threat than flip-flops at the office. To prevent Evan from losing the business he built from scratch, they’ll need to team up to save his startup—and his reputation.
Fans of Tessa Bailey, Ali Hazelwood, and Jasmine Guillory will love this satirical Silicon Valley rom-com that delivers big laughs with impeccable style.
And I know I spoiled the cover reveal in the banner image, but here’s a closer look:
This cover is a one-of-a-kind because it was designed by my brother Nick Jarrett. Nick is a professional brand designer with whom I’ve been working practically our entire careers, so the moment I decided to pursue indie publication, I couldn’t imagine partnering with anyone else.
And how adorable is this cover?! I am tickled pink by the little app icons in the title, the quintessential San Francisco fog, and its cityscape with the Golden Gate Bridge, Transamerica Pyramid, and Salesforce Tower in the background.
It’s got geeky comic book vibes in the best way, and it perfectly captures the dichotomy between Casey’s glamour and Evan’s casual cool. And her Atonement-inspired dress? Iconic.
Love Apptually is a modern enemies-to-lovers romance full of silly hijinks and hidden secrets. It’s got the campiness of Legally Blonde and all the drama of Sam Altman getting kicked out of OpenAI.
One early reader described the book as, “A savagely funny takedown of Silicon Valley masquerading as an innocent rom-com,” and honestly, I couldn’t put it better myself.
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Loved you enthusiasm for the cover. I didn't get it at first but after your commentary, I GET IT. Love it. Especially for this type of book. Great job.