End of Story

by Kylie Scott

Overview

"Kylie Scott’s unique voice and engrossing story are perfect for fans of Sarah Hogle and Tessa Bailey"—Library Journal

New York Times bestselling sensation Kylie Scott’s sexy, smart and unconventional opposites-attract love story looks at what happens when fate refuses to give up on what’s meant to be…

When Susie Bowen inherits a charming fixer-upper from her aunt, she’s excited to start living her best HGTV life. But when she opens the door to find that her contractor is none other than her ex’s best friend, Lars—the same man who witnessed their humiliating public breakup six months ago—she isn’t exactly eager to have anyone around whose alliance is with the enemy. But beggars can’t be choosers, and the sooner the repairs are done, the sooner she can get back to embracing singledom.

Things go from awkward to unbelievable when Lars discovers a divorce certificate hidden in a wall and dated ten years in the future—with both their names on it. It couldn’t possibly be real…could it? As Susie and Lars work to unravel the document’s origins, the impossibility of a spark between them suddenly doesn’t seem so far-fetched. But would a relationship between them be doomed before it’s even begun?

“Sweet and spicy—the unique setup, top-notch banter and charming enigma had me hooked.” —Anna E. Collins, author of Love at First Spite

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781525804793
Publisher:	Graydon House
Publication date:	02/14/2023
Edition description:	Original
Pages:	320
Sales rank:	79,045
Product dimensions:	5.20(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

KYLIE SCOTT is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY bestselling, Audie Award–winning author. She has sold over two million books and was voted Australian Romance Writer of the Year four times by the Australian Romance Readers Association. Her books have been translated into fourteen different languages and she is based in Queensland, Australia

Editorial Reviews

★ 12/05/2022

For this fun and raucous rom-com, Scott (Fake) places accessible characters in realistic situations then gilds the whole with just a hint of the fantastic. Fiercely independent, fashion-minded social media manager Susie is still recovering from both a bad breakup and the sudden death of her beloved aunt Susan. While dodging her brother’s money-grabbing attempts, Susie gets started on remodeling the house she inherited from Aunt Susan. Unfortunately, the best contractor in Seattle just so happens to be her evil ex’s best friend, Lars. While working together on the project, the pair discover a divorce certificate in the walls—with their names on it, dated 10 years in the future. In the process of unraveling the mystery, the pair grow steadily closer, opening up even deeper questions: can new friends sleep together without their hearts getting involved? Then, after feelings inevitably develop, can someone who’s sworn off marriage (Susie) make it work with someone who’s dreamed of marriage his whole life (Lars)? And is any of it worth it when they already know how things will end? Scott nails the pacing and delivers some delightful comedic moments, but it’s her masterfully crafted characters that really set this apart. Both Susie and Lars feel like mature, fully realized people who bring their entire selves and past experiences to their relationship, and the book’s focus on how they sort through their differences elevates it to the next level. This strikingly fresh romance is sure to win fans. Agent: Amy Tannenbaum, Jane Rotrosen Agency. (Feb.)

Publishers Weekly

"With its unique set-up, End of Story had me hooked from the first page. Scott's winning recipe blends top notch banter, a hunky hero, and the charming enigma at the core of the plot into a dish both sweet and spicy. I couldn't wait to find out what would happen!"—Anna E Collins, author of Love at First Spite

“I am in awe of Kylie Scott’s ability to create heroines I’d love as a bestie a hero to fall head over heels for. I devoured End of Story and adored every page of this hilarious, emotional, page turner. End of Story has shot straight to the top of my favorite list! It’s the perfect balance of wit, steam and heartwarming romance with a dynamic cast of characters that pop off the page. A must read!”—Helena Hunting NYT bestselling author of Love Next Door

“Witty, smart and supremely sexy.”—Kate Spencer, author of In a New York Minute


"Kylie Scott’s unique voice and engrossing story are perfect for fans of Sarah Hogle and Tessa Bailey"—Library Journal

“Scott nails the pacing and delivers some delightful comedic moments, but it’s her masterfully crafted characters that really set this apart…This strikingly fresh romance is sure to win fans.”—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review


"A truly novel and unforgettable premise… Scott's two very different protagonists become real and compelling as the renovated house and their changing lives gradually come together amidst both good and terrible relationships with friends and family.”—Booklist

From the Publisher

01/01/2023

Having inherited a badly-in-need-of-renovation house from her aunt, Susie begins to fix it up but is surprised that the new contractor working on the house is her latest ex-boyfriend's best friend, Lars. As he begins working on the fixer-upper, Susie and Lars discover a divorce certificate with their names on it, dated 10 years in the future. Lars suspects that Susie planted the document to mess with him, but she is just as confused as he is. While they both try to wrap their minds around how this document exists and seek out experts to prove it's fake, they decide to give friendship a chance. They are complete opposites, but the chemistry between them grows into something more. However, they have different expectations in relationships and marriage, and each must learn to love themselves before they can make a relationship work. Tessa and Lars's loyalty to each other will be tested when someone from the past threatens their newly formed connection, but they still seek to find out if destiny is avoidable or if some things are just inevitable. VERDICT Scott's (Famous in a Small Town) unique voice and engrossing story are perfect for fans of Sarah Hogle and Tessa Bailey.—Ashli Wells

Library Journal