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From Illustrating To Love by Author Ruby James

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From Illustrating to Love: A Sweet Fake Relationship Romance (Point Harbor)

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“From Illustrating To Love”

“From Illustrating To Love”

How hard could it be to pretend to love and adore someone for seven days?

Marley Hamilton-Shaw is an up-and-coming illustrator who isn’t afraid to tackle challenging projects. There’s only one thing she refuses to do: Marley doesn’t illustrate for children’s books, period.

Conor Sullivan is a successful children’s book author. Since he first discovered her work, he’s wanted Marley to design his book covers for a new young adult series. But Marley turns down his project with a giant resounding no.

When a best-selling horror author—who just happens to be Conor’s best friend—announces he’s looking for illustrators to turn his anthology of short stories into graphic novels, Marley is willing to do whatever it takes to be one of the illustrators selected …- BUY YOUR

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

“From Illustrating To Love”

by Author Ruby James 

  1. Were the descriptions of the main characters detailed?
  2. Did you understand why Marley did not want to work with Conor?
  3. Should Conor have told his mother to stay out of his relationship earlier?
  4. Did you enjoy the family dynamics of the main characters?
  5. Did Addison have a legitimate concern about Marley being part of the ruse?
  6. Did you get a sense of Marley and Conor’s chemistry when they met at the coffee shop?
  7. Was Conor reading a portion of his first draft romantic?
  8. Was Marley’s response to Jane’s attitude during their lunch appropriate?
  9. Did Marley make the right decision by letting Conor deal with his ex’s unexpected visit?
  10. Does Jane play a role in Kat’s unexpected visit?
  11. Do you know anyone like Grandma Frances?
  12. Was Charlie too understanding once he learned the truth?
  13. Do you enjoy the fake relationship trope?