A high-intensity personal trainer

The secret to Brooks’s success as a Manhattan gym owner? Being motivated to disprove everyone who ever doubted him. So he’s not about to let a perky newcomer like Izzy tarnish his reputation. Even if watching her lead a salsa class on his premises gets his own heartbeat raised…

His beautiful British rival

Every time influencer Izzy slams Brooks in her fitness blog, her book sales soar. But when their escalating media feud forces them to be up-close-and-personal for two weeks, she realizes there’s much more to Brooks than that lean and muscled body.

And a competition that’s got their hearts racing…

Soon Izzy and Brooks are finding all kinds of creative ways to work up a sweat. A passionate workout is easy, but can their rivalry give way to a lasting partnership?

Fall in love with Laura Carter's feel-good, heartfelt rom coms, perfect for fans of The Hating Game, Elena Armas, and Chloe Liese.

'A classic enemies to lovers brimming with sexual tension. A fabulous read!' Sophie Cousens, author of Just Haven't Met You Yet

Readers love Laura Carter:

'Sassy, sexy and so much fun. I loved this opposites attract romcom!' Sandy Barker

'So lovely to be back with the Brits in Manhattan! Really enjoyed this as I have the first 3 - Laura paints a brilliant picture with some totally loveable characters - sad to have finished it so quickly!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'I adore a good love story and this well and truly is one' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'This book has everything you’d want in a romance. I couldn’t put it down. The chemistry & banter between the characters is perfect! Highly recommend' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'This was EXACTLY the book I was looking for. I adored it from start to finish. The characters all had arcs and depth. The writing was flawless. Just sublime. 10/10 Would absolutely recommend' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

Previously published as Playing to Win