LOVING THE PLAYBOY - Ettron Books

LOVING THE PLAYBOY by Queenies is a romance novel that tells the story of Gabriella Adams, a teenage girl who has a crush on a TV character, and Hayden King, her enemy and the school’s playboy. They end up having a one night stand, but later find out that they are actually cousins. The novel is full of humor, drama, suspense, and forbidden love. It is suitable for young adult readers who enjoy enemies to lovers, one night stand, love triangle, teen school, coming of age, comedy, steamy secrets, and more.

LOVING THE PLAYBOY SUMMARY

The novel is divided into 14 chapters, each narrated by either Gabriella or Hayden. The chapters alternate between their perspectives, giving the readers insight into their thoughts and feelings. The novel explores the themes of enemies to lovers, one night stand, love triangle, teen school, coming of age, comedy, steamy secrets, and more.

The novel begins with Gabriella waking up on a Monday morning, dreading to go to school. She had a dream about making out with Damon Salvatore, but was interrupted by her mom who told her to get ready. She meets her best friend Maddie, who drives her to school. There, she encounters Hayden, who teases her and tries to get under her skin. Gabriella hates him and wishes he would leave her alone.

The next day, Gabriella has a biology project with Hayden as her partner. She is annoyed by his presence and tries to ignore him. However, Hayden surprises her by being helpful and attentive. He even compliments her on her appearance and intelligence. Gabriella feels confused by his sudden change of behavior and wonders if he is playing a game with her.

The following day, Gabriella attends a party at Maddie’s house. She hopes to see Damon there, but instead she runs into Hayden again. He offers her a drink and dances with her. He then kisses her passionately, making her forget about everything else. They end up having sex in one of the bedrooms, but Gabriella regrets it afterwards. She feels guilty and ashamed of herself for sleeping with her enemy.

The next morning, Gabriella wakes up alone in the bed. She finds a note from Hayden that says he had to leave early for a family emergency. He also says he enjoyed their night together and hopes to see her again soon. Gabriella feels angry and betrayed by his words. She thinks he used her and lied to her. She decides to ignore him and pretend nothing happened.

However, Hayden doesn’t give up on Gabriella. He texts her and calls her every day, trying to get in touch with her. He also shows up at her school and house, hoping to talk to her. He tells her that he likes her and wants to be with her. He also reveals that he has been in love with her since they were kids and that he was jealous of Damon. He apologizes for his past actions and asks for another chance.

Gabriella is torn between Hayden and Damon. She still has feelings for Damon, but she also feels something for Hayden. She doesn’t know who to choose or what to do. She is afraid of getting hurt by either of them.

The novel ends with a twist that changes everything for Gabriella and Hayden. They discover that they are not enemies, but actually cousins. Their mothers are sisters who had a falling out years ago and never spoke to each other again. They kept their family ties a secret from their children, until they decided to reconcile and reveal the truth.

Gabriella and Hayden are shocked and disgusted by their incestuous relationship. They realize that they can never be together as lovers, but only as family members. They decide to end their romance and remain friends. They also agree to support each other in finding new partners.

The novel concludes with Gabriella meeting Damon in person at a fan convention. She is starstruck by him and gets his autograph and a hug. She feels happy and hopeful for the future.

Hayden also meets someone new at a coffee shop. He is attracted to a girl named Mia, who shares his interests and hobbies. He asks her out on a date and she accepts. He feels optimistic and ready for a new start.