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The Odds of Getting Even
A Novel
by Amanda Sellet
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Pub Date
Jul 15 2025
| Archive Date
Jul 29 2025
Description
A fling with a mysterious stranger leads to a rollicking adventure in the wilds of South Dakota in this madcap and romantic follow-up to Amanda Sellet’s Hate to Fake it to You.
The last thing reluctant resort employee Jean Harrington expected to find on a middle-of-the-night towel run was a bashful scientist in desperate need of company . . . and clothes. Charmed by his awkwardness and endearing tangents about reptiles, she returns the next day to give the handsome mystery guest she knows only as “Charlie” lessons in poker.
He’s reserved and she’s chaotic, but together, the two of them just click. It’s like a honeymoon without the hassle of a wedding, until Jean discovers there’s a lot more to Charlie’s story than shyness and snakes—and she isn’t the only person with a pressing interest in his whereabouts, not to mention his secretly scandalous dating history.
When Charlie has the audacity to abandon her without a word, Jean has a score to settle. She’ll do whatever it takes to get him back—no, get back at him—even if it means chasing him across an ocean to brave the wild west of his remote hometown, and the famous family business he neglected to mention. With flames from their pasts raising the stakes, Jean is gambling she can get the upper hand before Charlie calls her bluff.
The real trick will be remembering what they’re playing for, when the biggest risk is putting all their cards on the table.
A fling with a mysterious stranger leads to a rollicking adventure in the wilds of South Dakota in this madcap and romantic follow-up to Amanda Sellet’s Hate to Fake it to You.
The last thing...
Description
A fling with a mysterious stranger leads to a rollicking adventure in the wilds of South Dakota in this madcap and romantic follow-up to Amanda Sellet’s Hate to Fake it to You.
The last thing reluctant resort employee Jean Harrington expected to find on a middle-of-the-night towel run was a bashful scientist in desperate need of company . . . and clothes. Charmed by his awkwardness and endearing tangents about reptiles, she returns the next day to give the handsome mystery guest she knows only as “Charlie” lessons in poker.
He’s reserved and she’s chaotic, but together, the two of them just click. It’s like a honeymoon without the hassle of a wedding, until Jean discovers there’s a lot more to Charlie’s story than shyness and snakes—and she isn’t the only person with a pressing interest in his whereabouts, not to mention his secretly scandalous dating history.
When Charlie has the audacity to abandon her without a word, Jean has a score to settle. She’ll do whatever it takes to get him back—no, get back at him—even if it means chasing him across an ocean to brave the wild west of his remote hometown, and the famous family business he neglected to mention. With flames from their pasts raising the stakes, Jean is gambling she can get the upper hand before Charlie calls her bluff.
The real trick will be remembering what they’re playing for, when the biggest risk is putting all their cards on the table.
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| ISBN |
9781250906274 |
| PRICE |
$19.00 (USD)
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| PAGES |
320
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Additional Information
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Other Format |
| ISBN |
9781250906274 |
| PRICE |
$19.00 (USD)
|
| PAGES |
320
|
Available on NetGalley
NetGalley Reader (EPUB)
NetGalley Shelf App (EPUB)
Send to Kindle (EPUB)
Send to Kobo (EPUB)
Download (EPUB)
Average rating from 266 members
Featured Reviews
Reviewer 810933
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The Odds of Getting Even is an exhilarating whirlwind of romance and adventure that had me grinning from ear to ear! Jean Harrington is a chaotic delight, and her instant chemistry with the shy, enigmatic Charlie is the kind of magic that pulls you right into the heart of their story. The writing is sharp and playful, full of witty banter that kept me hooked from the start. The plot is packed with surprises, and every twist adds a layer of depth to their budding relationship. What I loved most is how the book balances humor with genuine emotion. It’s a playful chase across oceans and through the wilds, where both characters learn to confront their pasts while figuring out what they truly want. This story is a gamble you won’t want to miss, an absolute treat that’ll leave you breathless and ready for more!
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Kennedy D, Reviewer
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Looking for your upcoming summer beach read? Look no further!
THE ODDS OF GETTING EVEN is yet another wonderful Romantic Comedy from Amanda Sellet. The novel is packed with punchy dialogue, realistic characters, and a screwball comedy plot geared to make you laugh, cry, and swoon. Jean and Charlie are the perfect leads for this stellar summer Rom-Com.
Fans of Sellet's first adult novel HATE TO FAKE IT TO YOU will find familiar faces in THE ODDS OF GETTING EVEN, but the two books can be read separately. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing a free eARC in exchange for a review.
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Camille W, Reviewer
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I loved this book! The first half had me smiling and laughing the whole time, and the second half had me on the edge of my seat to see how everything would turn out.
Resort employee Jean answers a late-night call for extra towels, only to walk in on a hot, naked scientist. This encounter begins a friendship and eventual romantic interest between these two polar opposites, until Jean learns about Charlie's secret fame and fortune just as he leaves without saying goodbye. Jean follows Charlie back to his home state of South Dakota and is determined to get under his skin and exact her revenge for keeping secrets and leaving her behind.
I hate hate hate the miscommunication trope, but the miscommunications and misunderstandings in this book are done so well that I enjoyed these elements! This is a fun and chaotic story that I loved from start to finish!
Read this book if you like:
- Secret/Hidden Identities
- Nerdy MMCs
- Snakes
- Western/Cowboy Vibes
- Revenge Plots
Thank you so much to St. Martin's Press/ You Had Me at HEA and NetGalley for the free ebook in exchange for my honest review!
5 stars
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Featured Reviews
Reviewer 810933
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
The Odds of Getting Even is an exhilarating whirlwind of romance and adventure that had me grinning from ear to ear! Jean Harrington is a chaotic delight, and her instant chemistry with the shy, enigmatic Charlie is the kind of magic that pulls you right into the heart of their story. The writing is sharp and playful, full of witty banter that kept me hooked from the start. The plot is packed with surprises, and every twist adds a layer of depth to their budding relationship. What I loved most is how the book balances humor with genuine emotion. It’s a playful chase across oceans and through the wilds, where both characters learn to confront their pasts while figuring out what they truly want. This story is a gamble you won’t want to miss, an absolute treat that’ll leave you breathless and ready for more!
5 stars
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5 stars
5 stars
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Kennedy D, Reviewer
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
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Looking for your upcoming summer beach read? Look no further!
THE ODDS OF GETTING EVEN is yet another wonderful Romantic Comedy from Amanda Sellet. The novel is packed with punchy dialogue, realistic characters, and a screwball comedy plot geared to make you laugh, cry, and swoon. Jean and Charlie are the perfect leads for this stellar summer Rom-Com.
Fans of Sellet's first adult novel HATE TO FAKE IT TO YOU will find familiar faces in THE ODDS OF GETTING EVEN, but the two books can be read separately. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing a free eARC in exchange for a review.
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Camille W, Reviewer
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I loved this book! The first half had me smiling and laughing the whole time, and the second half had me on the edge of my seat to see how everything would turn out.
Resort employee Jean answers a late-night call for extra towels, only to walk in on a hot, naked scientist. This encounter begins a friendship and eventual romantic interest between these two polar opposites, until Jean learns about Charlie's secret fame and fortune just as he leaves without saying goodbye. Jean follows Charlie back to his home state of South Dakota and is determined to get under his skin and exact her revenge for keeping secrets and leaving her behind.
I hate hate hate the miscommunication trope, but the miscommunications and misunderstandings in this book are done so well that I enjoyed these elements! This is a fun and chaotic story that I loved from start to finish!
Read this book if you like:
- Secret/Hidden Identities
- Nerdy MMCs
- Snakes
- Western/Cowboy Vibes
- Revenge Plots
Thank you so much to St. Martin's Press/ You Had Me at HEA and NetGalley for the free ebook in exchange for my honest review!
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
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