A Summer of Stars by Cincotti, Liana

A fake relationship between a tennis pro and a Hollywood celeb--who happen to be sworn enemies--slowly simmers into something more in this romance from the author of the viral Booktok book, Picking Daisies on Sunday--perfect for fans of Lynn Painter and Sarah Adams.

Fake relationship terms and conditions: do not fall in love.

After a messy breakup, it feels like the entire world hates tennis superstar Luna Aldridge. With her reputation ruined and her career at risk, the only way to repair it is a PR stunt: fake-dating Hollywood's golden boy, Kieran Alexander. There's just one problem ... Luna can't stand him.

For Kieran, the feeling is mutual. He's about to lead a big-screen love story, but his dating history is jeopardizing the film's success. His team believes the world needs to see him wildly in love. And who better than Luna, the person he loathes most?

Soon, Luna and Kieran spend the summer posing for cameras, sharing red carpets and flying around the world for the tennis circuit. But the more they pretend, the more they question if they can keep their hearts, and their careers, together. Especially with everyone watching ...

Author: Liana Cincotti
Publisher: Forever
Published: 08/11/2026
Pages: 368
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 8.01h x 5.51w x 0.96d
ISBN: 9781538779279

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 06/22/2026

About the Author
Liana Cincotti lives in New England and works in marketing. She strives to bring back the magic found in iconic early 2000s romantic comedies. When she's not writing, you can find her curled up in her reading chair watching the newest sitcom, devouring a cookies and cream milkshake.