About this episode

Jennia D'Lima interviews Jenelle Hovde about her book and the appeal of romance tropes.

Send us Fan Mail Author Jenelle Hovde returns to discuss her newest book, The Light of Stars, the tropes of forced proximity and arranged marriage, and why these unlikely romances make our hearts flutter. *Giveaway Information!* Win a copy of the freshly released The Light of Stars (paperback for U.S. participants and Kindle format for international entries) as well as some art prints! To enter, message Jennia or Jenelle about the giveaway on your preferred platform within a week of this...

People in this episode

Host: Jennia D'Lima

Guest: Jenelle Hovde

Topics covered

• forced proximity
• arranged marriage
• romance tropes
• book discussion
• giveaway

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Light of Stars

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