‘Like seeing the Strictly curse play out in real time…seriously sexy’ OK! Magazine

‘Romantic, sexy and full of drama…absolutely sizzling!’ – Sunday Times bestselling author Melanie Blake

There’s about to be fire on – and off – the dance floor…

Kate Wareing is astonished when she secures a place in a televised dance competition. Especially as it means she’ll be paired with a professional dancer to compete for a life-changing cash prize.

When she’s matched with gorgeous French dancer Merle it quickly becomes clear that he’s just as keen to work on their chemistry as their routine. But when the competition is rocked by a scandal, Kate’s forced to switch to a new partner, Aleksis, who is just as devastatingly attractive as Merle – but seems to hate her.

With the odds stacked against them, Kate and Aleksis embark on a showmance to try and win over the public. But what happens when Kate’s feelings for her fake boyfriend become all too real? And how far will Merle go to sabotage her chances – both in the competition and in love?

Tropes:

• Enemies-to-lovers
• Fake Dating
• Spicy romance

Funny, feel-good and oh-so-steamy, this is the perfect read for the Strictly-obsessed and anyone who loved The Spanish Love Deception and The Love Hypothesis

Authors and readers love The Dance Deception!

‘The Dance Deception is a breezy, sexy romance filled with passion, intricate dance moves, and a hero and heroine you can really root for. The perfect summer read!’ Kimberly Ash

‘A steamy yet heart-warming romance that will make your heart and temperature soar!' Emily Houghton

‘Sizzingly fun and sexy.’ Heat

‘Feel good and funny!’ Bella Magazine

‘Steamy, heart-warming and well-paced, The Dance Deception has relatable characters and a story that will keep you guessing. It’s the perfect holiday read’ The Daily Express

‘Heart-warming, unpredictable and filled with passion, this is the perfect summer read.’ Notebook

‘Feel-good and funny!’

That’s Life

‘I loved it so much that I lived vicariously through this book throughout my entire read. It was perfect! Cute and witty characters, entertaining story and a sweet romance. Going to recommend to all romcom lovers.’ Reader review

‘A feel-good and steamy read with lots of funny moments. The chemistry is electric, and the dance and reality show concepts add an extra layer of excitement to the story.’ Reader review

‘A well written, entertaining story. I had a blast reading it. I instantly fell in love with the characters and found them very relatable. The chemistry between the two love interests practically sizzled off the page and there were so many laugh out loud moments as well.’ Reader review

‘Sexy, intriguing, and well-paced…will keep you entertained!’ Reader review

‘Lots of drama and steamy scenes. This was so good I stayed up late to finish reading’ Reader review

Becky Ward's The Dance Deception is a top-rated contemporary fiction that beautifully captures the essence of love, competition, and the pursuit of dreams. With its erotic elements and sportsmanship, this book is a captivating read that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

For fans of Ali Hazelwood (Bride), Sierra Simone (Misadventures of a Curvy Girl), Georgie Tilney (Beach Rivals), B.K. Borison (In the Weeds), and Lynn Painter (The Love Wager).

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