The Layover
the perfect laugh-out-loud romcom to escape with this summer
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4.0 • 22 Ratings
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- $11.99
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- $11.99
Publisher Description
'Delicious, slow-burning romance, sizzling banter and crackling chemistry? Swoon' Angie Hockman, author of Shipped
An unexpected tropical layover with her nemesis turns a flight attendant's life upside down in this witty, breezy debut romantic comedy about life - and love - 30,000 feet above the ground. Perfect for fans of The Unhoneymooners, Shipped and The Hating Game!
After ten years as a flight attendant, Ava Greene is poised to hang up her wings and finally put down roots. Unfortunately, she's working her last trip with Jack Stone - the absurdly gorgeous, ridiculously cocky man she's held a secret grudge against for years.
When their plane encounters mechanical problems, what should have been a quick stop in Belize suddenly becomes a weekend layover. Getting stuck on a flight with her nemesis was bad enough. Being stranded with him at a luxury resort in paradise? Even with the sultry breeze and white sand to distract her, it will take all the rum punch in the country to drown out his larger-than-life presence.
Yet the more time Ava spends with him under the hot Caribbean sun, the more she begins to second-guess everything she thought she knew. Soon, she might have to choose between keeping her feet on the ground or her head in the clouds . . .
Why readers love The Layover . . .
'A super fun, witty, and romantic enemies-to-lovers rom-com that had me flying through the pages. A lovely escape full of sun, swoons, and sexual tension' Kerry Winfrey, author of Waiting for Tom Hanks
'A highly recommended read for fans of enemies-to-lovers and anyone who feels the pull of wanderlust' Sarah Hogle, author of You Deserve Each Other
'Witty banter, sizzling chemistry, and perfect pacing had me flying through The Layover. A must read for rom-com fans!' Samantha Young, author of Fight or Flight
'The Layover is an ideal escape - a fun and irresistible romance that soars' Libby Hubscher, author of Meet Me in Paradise
'A jet fuel-powered rom-com that had me dreaming of sun-soaked beaches and a view from 35,000 feet. If you're an enemies-to-lovers fan - or have even a speck of wanderlust in your heart - The Layover is the romantic escape for you!' Angie Hockman, author of Shipped
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Waldon debuts with a breezy enemies-to-lovers romp with just enough heart to keep it grounded. After almost a decade as a flight attendant, Ava Greene relies on her fiancé, Alexander, to add some much-needed stability to her life. Having agreed to leave her job once they're married, Ava prepares for her final flight and the coveted 24-hour layover in Belize that's sure to make it memorable. But Ava's vision of a perfect last trip is ruined by the presence of playboy flight attendant Jack Stone, with whom Ava butts heads at every turn. Their squabbling is delightful—and when Ava decides to play matchmaker for two of her coworkers, she reluctantly enlists Jack's help. Over the course of the trip, Ava's reminded of how much she loves her job and realizes she's not ready to give it up, leading to a heartbreaking call that ends her relationship with Alexander. Meanwhile, a maintenance delay adds an extra day to the tropical layover, giving Ava and Jack even more time to bond as Ava discovers that he's not the bad guy she thought he was. Though the conclusion's slightly rushed, the couple's sparkling chemistry and flirtatious fighting make this sing. Readers craving an armchair getaway need look no further.
Customer Reviews
The layover
Cute! A nice little book, especially for a first book. I love an enemies to lovers and this was no different. Their back and forth was hot and I really want an island holiday full of laying by the pool and snorkelling.
I love the side characters and how they helped the story and wish Celeste and Eddie were my friends.
Single POV, low level spice but it was hot enough to keep me going, 18+
Love
Loved this? Another great book by LH. Can’t wait for more.
Perfect for COVID times when travel seems like a distant memory
I loved this book. Loved the insider perspective of flight attendants, the fast paced writing and a tropical island romance never hurts. Perfect for igniting my craving to travel again and at the same time feeding my wanderlust which COVID has put on pause. Looking forward to the next book!