Game Over

Jocasta "Cas" Perry, a producer for an up and coming London network, she's been given the task of coming up with a program to boost ratings. Cocktails with friends results in a brilliant idea for a show - "Sex With an Ex," whereby about to be married couples have their relationship tested by temptation with a former lover. Her concept works a little too good, as ratings go through the roof. She meets a possible "ex" named Darren. He's intelligent, sexy, and very engaging, and she is very attracted, knowing that the entire English population will fall for him (thus a ratings bonanza). He declines the show citing that it's a blight on relationships and wants no part of it. To change his mind and chip away at his strong morals, she hangs out with him and his family for a few days, fighting her attraction to him. She'll leave no stone unturned in order to change his mind, and tells him so, but he stands his ground. No doubt about it - Darren is a dream come true; he's not afraid to show his feelings or stand up for what he believes in, including the happily ever after that Cas is so strongly opposed to. Suddenly, ice-hearted Cas is finding herself in unchartered territory - she's falling in love with Darren. Her reaction to their mutual feelings is what takes the rest of the story on a roller coaster ride, as she immediately reverts to her old, selfish ways, and is confronted with her past misdeeds in the most publically humiliating way. "Game Over" is a interesting romantic comedy that also speaks volumes about back stabbers in the workplace and faith in the one you love. Although it's hard to find any redeeming qualities in Cas ("bag em; shag em; and send em packing"), if you stick with it, you'll be rewarded with a very fascinating story, as like the "Grinch," Cas' heart grows two sizes by the end. It's amazing that someone like him would even bother with a gal like her. She's constantly nasty to him - any other guy would just leave, not wanting to be just another notch on her bedpost. Be sure to also check out the author's notes in the back.