Rafi Reyes figures going along with a fake-dating stunt is only fair after Julian Gault saves his life. The young actor is famously cold and snotty, and Rafi's rock band is falling apart in the wake of betrayal. A shiny new romance might be just what both their reputations need. It's too bad they don't actually like each other, but they'll both benefit -- a softer public image for Julian, revenge against his ex for Rafi.<br><br>But as they navigate public events, attend red-carpet premieres, and play cat-and-mouse with paparazzi together, Rafi gets to know a different Julian than he expected -- one who defends horses, takes care of his troubled cousin, and has Rafi's back against his dysfunctional family. Rafi starts to hope he and Julian have something real together.<br><br>But Julian has secrets more painful than Rafi can imagine. With Julian's powerful and controlling uncle scheming to turn them against each other, their relationship must become something much deeper if it -- and possibly either of them -- are to survive.

Star Bright

“‘Your Majesty’?” Rafi repeated, bemused.


“Is not ‘Reyes’ a name for kings?”


It was, and Rafi wondered whether these ladies were hardcore fans, or if she just happened to speak Spanish.


Julian was looking at him with one eyebrow raised. “Well, Your Majesty,these ladies have addressed both your soft heart and your vanity. Can you resist them?”


“Certainly not,” Rafi said, shaking his head. “All right, we’ll join you for one song.”


The ladies excitedly led them over to the rest of their group, who were lounged under a tree, perhaps taking a break from performing.


“Does this make you my consort?” Rafi murmured, linking his arm with Julian’s as they walked.


Julian sniffed. “Ruler of a rival nation, perhaps. You are pursuing a treaty with me and thus attempting to win my favor.”


Rafi winked. “I might be pursuing more than a treaty.”


“You might be sent home empty-handed,” Julian returned dryly, but he kept his arm through Rafi’s.


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