BUSINESS NOT AS USUAL

An optimistic secretary takes a gamble on love in Cooper’s debut romantic comedy.

Working as a secretary at Mathison Technology is definitely not “badass boss lady” material for 28-year-old Dreamy Daniels, but she's sure that once she wins the lottery, all her goals will magically fall into place. After taking some time off college to provide for her ailing grandfather, Dreamy is finally one semester away from acquiring her bachelor’s degree in public administration. Her plan is simple: Win the Powerball, support Gramps, and use the rest of the money and her degree to open a nonprofit catering to female entrepreneurs. But until those six winning numbers come through, Dreamy must deal with her “micromaniac” boss, Gordon Mathison...even when he makes her want to poke an eye out with her multicolored high heels. Potential Mathison investor and venture capitalist Karter Redford also needs a career change—one that requires working less than 16 hours a day and spending more time relaxing at his 7,000-square-foot Hollywood Hills home. At almost 40, Karter fears his workaholic ways might be the death of him, and when he steps into Mathison's office and meets the vibrant Dreamy, he knows she’s worth settling down for. Dreamy also feels their passionate connection, but is she willing to risk her well-laid plans by mixing business with pleasure? Cooper offers an honest and hopeful Cinderella story about two hardworking people from two different worlds. Dreamy is motivated and idealistic––“I am beautiful. I am confident. I am lovable. I am a lottery winner”—but never jaded, even when faced with Karter’s wealth: “He was champagne and caviar, while she was Kool-Aid and frickin’ Kit Kats.” Dreamy continually blossoms throughout the novel, and her unshakeable drive makes each success even more gratifying for the reader cheering her along.

A sweet and sincere love story that hits the jackpot of rom-coms.