- Both Jessica and Nick are romance writers. Let’s first talk about what drew them to the genre.
- Why did Nick decide to write romance novels without the happy endings? Why do you think his books became huge bestsellers?
- Jessica is also a published author, but she hasn’t experienced the success like Nick has. What were your overall thoughts about the insight into the romance author career?
- Why was it important for us to read the perspectives of both Jessica and Nick?
- Jessica is blindsided when she is asked to present an award to Nick, her ex-boyfriend who broke her heart years ago. Why did Jessica eventually agree to present it? What would you have done if you were Jessica?
- Sparks but also anger emerge when Jessica and Nick first reunite after so many years apart. When did they both start to realize feelings were still there?
- There’s quite a few romance tropes covered: second-chance romance, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, etc. Do you have a favorite romance trope?
- We get a look at Jessica and Nick’s current relationship progression, but also the past when they were happy together. What did those past scenes tell us their relationship?
- Eventually, Nick reveals why he broke up with Jessica: it was a combination of not wanting to damage her career, but also selfish reasons of being an “attainable” male romance writer. What were your thoughts about his reasoning? Do you feel it made sense or were you left with more questions?
- Jessica and Nick do get back together, and even engaged in the end. They also co-write a bestselling novel. Do you see Jessica and Nick in it for the long haul? What happens next for them?
- Did you enjoy the holiday vibes and scenes?
- Would you cast for the main roles in a TV or film version of this book?
All I Want Is You by Falon Ballard
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