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Dealing with a Desperate Demon

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Pub Date Oct 07 2025 | Archive Date Oct 21 2025
St. Martin's Press | St. Martin's Griffin

Description

Nancy has just about given up on finding her special person when Jack Jackson—big, scary and the town loser—walks into her bookstore. He’s apparently even more desperate for help in the romance department than she is. And after a bit of gentle persuasion, he finally accepts her guidance in securing his dream girl. Practice dates, lessons in tenderness—you name it, she can teach it.

There’s just one problem: his dream girl might have more than an issue with his dating skills. Because Jack isn’t just a little clueless; he’s actually the demonic son of Satan, from the deepest depths of hell. He’s spent his entire long underlife dragging evildoers to their fates, while really trying not to live up to his dad’s expectations.

Now, it isn’t just about getting a date with his dream girl. He needs to become a better man to win over the woman he’s been cosmically bound to, in a Beauty and the Beast style pact. If he fails, everyone he cares for will face a terrible fate. Luckily for him, Nancy may well be the witch she’s always tried to pretend she wasn’t. She can save him, he knows it—and she’s starting to know it too. Even if every day spent with him is an agonising reminder that she isn’t the girl he’s fated for.

But as the deadline approaches she’s starting to wonder... Could it be that she’s finally found her Prince? Or is she about to lose her heart to hell?

Nancy has just about given up on finding her special person when Jack Jackson—big, scary and the town loser—walks into her bookstore. He’s apparently even more desperate for help in the romance...


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Yes another amazing Charlotte Stein book! This is the perfect supernatural romcom, with lots of spice you won’t want to put down. I especially loved the sidekicks like Popcorn the dog! If you love a grumpy men who turns into a complete cinnamon roll around the right person you’ll love this book as much as I did! Charlotte makes the absolute best book boyfriends and this one is no different!

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Just the cutest, most cozy fantasy romance! The sweetest demon man ever written that’s for sure. 😂 Charlotte Stein is amazing and always has me laughing at the banter and interactions of her characters! I giggled so much. She also always makes her men 10/10 best book boyfriends to ever exist: MEN but sweet, soft, kind while still being strong. I love how she does the climax/issue of this story without having to do a painful third act break up. I love her newer contemporary romances, but love the fantasy/paranormal aspect of this little interconnected “series” as well. So so good. Will leave you laughing and giggling and swooning.

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This book was so creative and funny and cute and a million other wonderful things. Grumpy demon Jack and sunshine bookstore owner Nancy are too perfect for each other and the shenanigans that ensue are funny, spicy, and entertaining.

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*thank you to netgalley and the publisher for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

Sexy, strange, and unexpectedly sweet—I wasn’t ready, but I loved it.

This book took me by surprise in the best possible way. It’s weird and wonderful, with just the right blend of heat, heart, and absolute chaos. The demon is unhinged in a totally loveable way, and the chemistry? Off-the-charts ridiculous—in the best way.

Charlotte Stein somehow made this feel both spicy and soft. There’s real emotion under all the snark and seduction, and I was genuinely rooting for this wild, strange little love story to work out. It’s like falling in love with a disaster demon who just needs a little understanding (and a lot of flirting).

Hilarious, hot, and surprisingly wholesome. Loved every minute.

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Looking for a fun, humor filled paranormal romance with a hot demon? This book is for you! I loved these two characters, their chemistry, the hilarious banter that had me laughing out loud and was perfectly paced for an enjoyable read, without feeling rushed through it. While this is a fun light read, there are still really engaging themes of overcoming our own flaws, improving on our own things to be a better person for those we care about and some redemption of our favorite bad boy! Easily a 4.5 star read, really recommend for those who love fun little paranormal romances but even those new to the fantasy/paranormal space that’s easy to digest.

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Stein did a good job of keeping the reader enthralled. I loved the main couple. Their chemistry was through the roof!!!

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