Bad Publicity
The irresistibly bookish enemies-to-lovers, second chance romance
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Bad Publicity
Narrated by:
Lucy Boynton
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Narrated by:
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Lucy Boynton
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Bianca Gillam
Nominated for Best Audiobook: Romance at The Speakies (The British Audio Awards).
‘If you love a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers rom-com with plenty of chemistry, then this is the book for you.’ Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of This Time Next Year
Yesterday they were just exes.
Today they’re a writer and a publicist... on tour in Europe... for a month.
When Andie lands her dream job as a senior book publicist, she’s ready to take the world of New York publishing by storm.
Until her first day, when she discovers that her biggest author is Jack Carlson – the same Jack who ruined her life in university. Who she hasn’t spoken to in five years. Who is not only still infuriatingly hot but incredibly successful. And whose campaign she definitely cannot mess up, if she wants to keep her job.
To make matters even worse, the central part of this career-defining campaign is a book tour. For a month, Andie will have to travel across Europe with the man who, if she were being totally honest, she’d like to hit with her car.
But she will not lose this opportunity, especially not because of him. One month on tour with Jack Carlson, visiting some of the most romantic spots in Europe. Deep breath. She can do this.
‘Filled with heart, humour, and the swoon-worthy moments every romance reader craves, this book is a gorgeous debut for Bianca Gillam. I can’t wait to see what she writes next!’ Laurie Gilmore
'A delightful blend of humour and heart. Gillam's enemies-to-lovers workplace romance sizzles with tension and swoon-worthy moments.' Bal Khabra
Readers love Bad Publicity...
'It has warmth, charm, laugh-out-loud moments and a wistful nostalgia. I absolutely loved it.’ *****
‘A book lovers' dream romance’ *****
‘This is my favourite contemporary romance book ever. I can’t wait to see what Bianca writes next!’ *****
‘I adored this story’ *****
‘This was such a breathtaking read.’ *****©2025 Bianca Gillam (P)2025 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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Critic reviews
A perfect enemies-to-lovers read filled with tension and charm.
A beautiful story about grief, love, and second chances, Bad Publicity is a road trip romance that takes the reader on an emotional ride. Filled with heart, humour, and the swoon-worthy moments every romance reader craves, this book is a gorgeous debut for Bianca Gillam. I can’t wait to see what she writes next! (Laurie Gilmore)
We love this sparkling enemies-to-lovers rom-com.
A delightful blend of humour and heart. Gillam's enemies-to-lovers workplace romance sizzles with tension and swoon-worthy moments. (Bal Khabra)
A glorious debut. If you love a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers rom-com with plenty of chemistry and some deeper themes that elevate it above the frothy, then this is the book for you. Fans of Emily Henry books will adore Bad Publicity. (Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of This Time Next Year)
Bad Publicity has all the hallmarks of a feel-good rom-com! Full of twists and turns, Andie’s love story with Jack sucks you in from the start. A great romcom read to cosy up with! (Beth Reekles, author of The Kissing Booth)
Perfect for fans of Emily Henry – Bad Publicity is a bold, brilliant romance with a big emotional beating heart and a protagonist you won't be able to help falling in love with as you turn the pages. This one's going to absolutely thrill the TikTok girlies. (Rebecca Reid)
I adored this pitch-perfect, Emily Henry meets Josie Silver, rom-com. Andie and Jack are such rich characters and the fabulous cities they visit are the ideal backdrop to their romance, ensuring that, despite the sensitively-handled theme of grief, Bad Publicity remains an escapist, uplifting read. I found Gillam’s writing so evocative. I was particularly moved by the chess-playing scene in Paris; it was beautifully wrought and will stay with me for some time. (Nicole Kennedy)
Heartfelt, relatable, fresh and oozing with intrigue, Bad Publicity ticks a lot of boxes. I flew through it; I adored it. I want to rediscover this gem all over again. (Lizzie Damilola Blackburn, author of Yinka, Where is Your Huzband?)
Highly recommended
This debut has the push-pull of see-saw lovers to enemies, plus a feisty hero in Andie, and all wrapped up in the world of books. What's not to love? (Mandy Robotham)
When I say Bad Publicity will tug at your heartstrings, let me be specific: it will tug at the string that feels loss for a loved one. At the one that makes you laugh. At the one that makes you yearn for second chances. Above all, it will tug at the string that makes you sigh and fall in love. (Jeff Zentner, award-winning author of Colton Gentry’s Third Act)
Full of bookish humour, Bad Publicity is a delightful enemies-to-lovers romance that will have readers holding their breath and rooting for Andie and Jack from page one! (Ashley Herring Blake, USA Today bestselling author of Iris Kelly Doesn’t Date)
Andie, grieving her father, lands a dream job as a book publicist—only to find out her client is Jack, the ex who shattered her heart five years ago. Cue a tense, slow‑burn road tour across Europe, where feelings—and second chances—bloom 🌿💑
It’s equal parts enemies‑to‑lovers, healing, and bookish, with an emotional arc that’s both powerful and deeply satisfying—just the kind of story I needed 🧡📘
Bad Publicity is a must-read/listen for anyone who loves romance with real heart, emotional growth, and a gorgeous setting entwined with literary love. Highly recommend!
Tears, Second Chances & Romance on Tour 🎧💔💕
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