About this episode

Cass and Jordan discuss the romantic dynamics and challenges faced by Scott and Kip in a closeted relationship.

Join Cass and Jordan (@julietfoxreads) as they finally get to talk Scott and Kip! The rom-com vibes are real in this episode, and for two romance girlies, it is such a blast. They discuss the delightful meet-cute, the adorable prat falls, and the sexy intensity of this pair. And of course, the complicated dynamics of being in a closeted relationship, the support of female characters, and the devastation of having to hide from the sunshine they deserve. For all the Heated Rivalry fans, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

People in this episode

Host: Cass Morann

Guest: Jordan

Topics covered

• rom-com
• relationship dynamics
• female support
• closeted relationships
• meet-cute
• prat falls

Keywords

• rom-com
• Heated Rivalry
• Scott
• Kip
• relationship dynamics
• female characters
• meet-cute

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Heated Rivalry

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