Keeping Score

Lenny Connors has a knack for handling risqué products at Little Delights, the adult novelty store that she’s spent the last two years helping manage. Despite being a confident and fiery figure at work, Lenny isn’t nearly as good at handling things when it comes to her love life. Desperate to fend off her meddling coworkers' matchmaking attempts, Lenny does what any self-respecting adult would do. She panics. Then she invents a fake partner, complete with just enough vague backstory to keep her romance-obsessed friends as far away from her dating life as possible. But after getting suckered into accepting a party invitation from her worst coworker for both herself and her boyfriend, a leap in logic from one of her best friends that threatens to expose her fib, and just enough panic to really stir things up, Lenny finds herself with a new partner-in-crime from the tattoo shop across the street. Jaime's always had a soft spot for the pretty redhead who works at the sex shop across the street. Her sharp wit and grumpy demeanour do nothing to dampen either his attraction to her or the crush he’s secretly been nursing for months. After accidentally becoming friends, Jaime finds himself pulled into a situation he never could have anticipated. When Lenny proposes a deal—pretending to be her mysterious partner for one night in exchange for a prime tattoo canvas—Jaime sees a golden opportunity to win her heart and stir up some delightful trouble along the way. As their fake relationship unfolds, sparks fly, and their bond deepens beyond the charade. But just as their relationship reaches the expiry date they reluctantly set, a familiar face reveals a surprising connection that threatens to unravel all their plans. Now, Lenny and Jaime must navigate the maze of lies, awkward encounters, and unexpected feelings, all while wondering if their make-believe romance could turn into something real. Dive head first into this funny, heart-warming romance full of fun shenanigans. Join this grumpy lead and her cinnamon roll love interest as they navigate a story full of subverted tropes, awkward relationship boot camp sessions, and loveable but meddling characters. In this hilarious and heartwarming tale of tangled truths and unexpected love, follow along as Lenny and Jaime discover that sometimes the most persuasive lies are the ones we tell ourselves and the most convincing stories are ones that are lived out loud.