Marooned

by Ben Chalfin

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Pub Date May 26 2026 | Archive Date May 26 2026

Rising Action Publishing Co. | Rising Action

LGBTQIAP+ | Romance

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Description

TV’s Survivor meets The Charm Offensive in this contemporary LGBTQAI+ romance.

Ryan Levine is a contestant on the newest season of Marooned, the hit reality show where eighteen people are stranded on a desert island, competing in challenges and voting each other out until one is left to claim the million-dollar prize. All he cares about is bringing home the money, and he’s determined to not let anything stand in his way.

That all changes when he meets Cole Walker, his handsome tribemate with a ready smile and a quick laugh--and, of course, a perfect body. In other words, Cole is a distraction, and that's the one thing Ryan can't afford, not when the slightest mistake could get him voted out. Will he be able to navigate the twists and turns of the game and win the million? Or will he go home with nothing but empty pockets and a broken heart?

TV’s Survivor meets The Charm Offensive in this contemporary LGBTQAI+ romance.

Ryan Levine is a contestant on the newest season of Marooned, the hit reality show where eighteen people are stranded on...

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EDITION	Paperback
ISBN	9781998672240
PRICE	$17.99 (USD)
PAGES	336

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Featured Reviews

Zelda H, Reviewer

The ultimate read for any Survivor fan!

I loved seeing the "Outwit, Outplay, Outlast" vibes blended with such a sweet, compelling romance.

It’s fast-paced, bingeable, and felt exactly like watching my favorite show!

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Ann B, Reviewer

A total tropical treat!

It is the ultimate reality-TV-meets-romance escape.

It’s fast-paced, full of heart, and the perfect "forced proximity" read.

If you've ever wondered what Survivor would be like with more electric chemistry, this is the book for you!

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Shelby H, Reviewer

I loved the balance between the strategic gameplay and the genuine emotional connection growing amidst the island chaos.

It’s the perfect LGBTQIA+ contemporary romance for anyone who loves forced proximity, "only one winner" stakes, and characters you can't help but root for.

I couldn't put it down!'

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Madison C, Reviewer

This was a quick read because I couldn't put it down once I got into it! The mechanics of the game were so well explained and the author really captured the tension and complexity of Ryan and Cole's relationship well. It felt like so much more than just a simple romance story. There was growth, psychological layers, and the intrigue of the competition.