The Right Swipe - By Alisha Rai ( Paperback )

About the Book

"Rhiannon Hunter may have revolutionized romance in the digital world, but in real life she only swipes right on her career--and the occasional hookup. The cynical dating app creator controls her love life with a few key rules: nude pics are by invitation only; if someone stands you up, block them with extreme prejudice; protect your heart. Only there aren't any rules to govern her attraction to her newest match, former pro-football player Samson Lima. The sexy and seemingly sweet hunk woos her one magical night ... and then disappears. Rhi thought she'd buried her hurt over Samson ghosting her, until he suddenly resurfaces months later, still big, still beautiful--and in league with a business rival. He says he won't fumble their second chance, but she's wary. A temporary physical partnership is one thing, but a merger of hearts? Surely that's too high a risk"--

Book Synopsis

"The Right Swipe is everything you want in a Summer read: fun, clever, and so, so sexy." -- Popsugar

Alisha Rai returns with a sizzling new novel, in which two rival dating app creators find themselves at odds in the boardroom but in sync in the bedroom.

Rhiannon Hunter may have revolutionized romance in the digital world, but in real life she only swipes right on her career--and the occasional hookup. The cynical dating app creator controls her love life with a few key rules:

- Nude pics are by invitation only

- If someone stands you up, block them with extreme prejudice

- Protect your heart

Only there aren't any rules to govern her attraction to her newest match, former pro-football player Samson Lima. The sexy and seemingly sweet hunk woos her one magical night... and disappears.

Rhi thought she'd buried her hurt over Samson ghosting her, until he suddenly surfaces months later, still big, still beautiful--and in league with a business rival. He says he won't fumble their second chance, but she's wary. A temporary physical partnership is one thing, but a merger of hearts? Surely that's too high a risk...

From the Back Cover

Alisha Rai returns with the first book in her sizzling new Modern Love series, in which two rival dating app creators find themselves at odds in the boardroom but in sync in the bedroom

Rhiannon Hunter may have revolutionized romance in the digital world, but in real life she only swipes right on her career--and the occasional hookup. The cynical dating app creator controls her love life with a few key rules:

- Nude pics are by invitation only

- If someone stands you up, block them with extreme prejudice

- Protect your heart

Only there aren't any rules to govern her attraction to her newest match, former pro-football player Samson Lima. The sexy and seemingly sweet hunk woos her one magical night . . . and then disappears.

Rhi thought she'd buried her hurt over Samson ghosting her, until he suddenly resurfaces months later, still big, still beautiful--and in league with a business rival. He says he won't fumble their second chance, but she's wary. A temporary physical partnership is one thing, but a merger of hearts? Surely that's too high a risk . . .

Review Quotes

"The Right Swipe is everything you want in a Summer read: fun, clever, and so, so sexy."--Popsugar

"Rising romance star Rai brings a perfect relationship to life in this luscious contemporary series launch... As the onetime lovers are drawn into closer proximity, their chemistry sizzles on the page. Both Rhi and Samson are learning how to enjoy life and balance each other beautifully as they face realistic conflicts and tantalizing romance and sensuality. This winning novel will enhance any romance reader's collection."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

The Right Swipe is a fun, hilarious and touching modern romance... Anyone who has been in the dating world in the past 10 years will find something to relate to in this book, and will also fall hard for this love story.--Jasmine Guillory, New York Times bestselling author of Royal Holiday

This hilarious, heartfelt new novel from Alisha Rai is the perfect way to add a little warmth to a chilly fall evening.--Today.com

This steamy book is downright raunchy at times... the story is strongest when delving into communication and vulnerability...--Library Journal

"Best-selling author Rai taps into the modern dating-app scene with hilarious, horrifying, and relatable results, blending contemporary social issues, such as sexual harassment in the workplace and CTE brain injuries in sports, into the story."--Library Journal (starred review)

"One of the very brightest romance writers working right now develops sizzling romantic tension..."--Entertainment Weekly

"Rai addresses heavy issues without sacrificing passionate sensuality or emotional connection... a high-tech romance that proves respect is the most potent love drug.--Kirkus Reviews

"Rai turns up the heat and finds the funny in modern dating, from almost-dick pics to glitter grams and ghosting. But it's not all steamy, as the characters have issues with trust and love, making them vulnerable both to each other and the public. Taking the dating app business to another level, with a dose of girl power, sexual politics, and one eccentric red-headed aunt, Rai scores a touchdown."--Booklist

"An ideal gift for the reader who loves comedy and emotional complexity, and who knows all too well the unique challenges of dating in the modern era."--Washington Post (Best Romances of 2019)

"[T]he perfect combination of sweet, sexy, and laugh-out-loud funny."--Bustle (Bustle Book Club Pick - August)

"Alisha Rai -- hands down, one of our favorite authors in the genre -- manages to do something fresh every time she lowers her hands to a keyboard, and The Right Swipe is our favorite yet. It's smart, empowering, juicy, and exploding with voice. We love getting lost in her books and this one is the perfect pick for these warm and indulgent days of summer! We absolutely adored this book!"--Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners

"If your "Tinder thumb" has gone numb, or you feel the familiar creep of romantic insecurity, certain you'll die alone, Alisha Rai will make you believe in love again... Brilliantly self-aware--seriously, I cringed seeing some of my own dating faux pas on the page--and filled with a raw tenderness that'll have you reaching for the nearest box of wine, The Right Swipe is an unflinching look at what it takes to find love in the 21st century."--NPR.org

"Top-notch romance."--New York Times Book Review on The Right Swipe

"I absolutely loved it... volcano-hot sex and cackle-worthy dialogue...I highly recommend this!"--Sally Thorne, USA Today bestselling author of The Hating Game and 99 Percent Mine

"Alisha Rai delivers compelling emotion, fascinating characters and edgy romance in a razor-sharp, thoroughly modern voice that readers will adore. I sure did!"--Jayne Ann Krentz