My life has been epic. Epically disastrous . But that’s all in the past. I put my unrequited crush on Zach, my best friend’s grumpy brother, behind me years ago. My ex-fiancé, the jerk who left me at the altar, is also in my emotional rearview. Now, I’m focusing on my career. I don’t have time for romance. Then my ex shows up and everything changes. Zach comes to my defense in a big way, pretending to be my boyfriend. Then he suggests we keep up our mutually beneficial fake relationship for a few more months. And it’s not long before I realize my crush on Zach might not be as over as I’d hoped. It might not be as unrequited as I’d thought, either. But as much as I’d love to trust him, to give him a second chance, I’m not sure I can. I gave him my heart once and he broke it. This time, I’m afraid trust might be a luxury I can’t afford. Broody Nerd, part of Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward's Cocky Hero world, is a light-hearted, contemporary romance standalone featuring plenty of mutual pining, a strong, curvy heroine, and a slightly nerdy, growly hero. Happily ever after guaranteed…along with a slow-burn romance.