Let the Games Begin

Autorentext
Rufaro Faith Mazarura is a British Zimbabwean writer who grew up in Birmingham and studied English and Creative Writing at the University of Surrey. She works as a podcast producer, bringing stories to life through audio, and has written and produced podcasts for the BBC, iHeartRadio and Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children's Books. Let The Games Begin is her debut novel.

Klappentext

Set against a sizzling-hot Greek summer, Let the Games Begin is a page-turning sports rom-com about two strangers at the top of their game.

MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF JULY 2024: NPR, Kirkus, Elle, Amazon, Bustle, and more

"A debut deserving of a gold medal." ? Kirkus (starred review)

"A radiant, joyful debut novel with a particularly fun setting." ? ELLE

"Sweet and inspiring a savvy and layered romance" ? NPR

It's the 2024 Summer Olympics and Zeke and Olivia are there to win.

Zeke Moyo is the star athlete of Team GB. He's in Athens to claim the title of fastest man in the world. Olivia Nkomo is an ambitious grad who's just landed a career-making internship. she's at the Olympics to finally earn her seat at the table.

But when Zeke and Olivia collide - literally - on the first day of the games, sparks fly, leading to an unexpected summer romance. But with the competition stirring up uncomfortable memories from Zeke's past and Olivia's dream job turning into a nightmare, will love become a hurdle? Or could running beside the right person change the whole game?

Two winners. One Summer. Let The Games Begin.

Zusammenfassung

'A complete delight' Mia Sheridan, author of Archer's Voice
'A beautiful romance' Lauren Ho, author of Last Tang Standing

It's the Athens 2024 Olympics and Zeke and Olivia are there to win.***

Zeke Moyo is the star athlete of Team GB. He's in Athens to claim the title of fastest man in the world.

Olivia Nkomo has landed a career-making internship, finally earning her seat at the table.

Then Zeke and Olivia collide literally on the first day of the games, and something unexpected begins.

But the competition is stirring up uncomfortable memories from Zeke's past. And Olivia's dream job is turning into a nightmare.

Will love become a hurdle? Or could running beside the right person change the whole game?

Set against a sizzling, hot Greek summer filled with sunshine and souvlaki, Rufaro Faith Mazarua's Let The Games Begin is a page-turning love story that will restore your faith in humanity... and chemistry-filled banter!

'Rufaro is such a fresh and exciting new voice. If you need me, I'll be in Athens'* Tessa Bickers, author of The Book Swap*

'A vivid, moving story of finding loveand yourselfin the exhilarating world of the Summer Games' Katelyn Doyle, author of Just Some Stupid Love Story