Winner Takes All

Emily Martin

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Winner Takes All

Winner Takes All

Emily Martin

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Description

When two rival music executives wake up married in Las Vegas with no memory of tying the knot, they have to recreate their night together while competing to sign the band of their dreams in this smart and sexy rom-com that combines Book Lovers with The Hangover.

Talent scout Eleanor Thompson arrives in Las Vegas with one goal: sign the popular alt-rock group Dempsey to her record label and subsequently save her job. Unfortunately for her, Adam Shaw--former colleague and the man who recently poached the top performing artist from Eleanor's roster--has the same idea. When Adam crashes Eleanor's dinner meeting with the band, it sets them off on a night of shot-fueled one-upmanship that ends with matching wedding rings. Some people might be able to laugh off a drunken Vegas marriage, but Eleanor and Adam are not some people.

They soon realize annulments are a lot easier to get on TV, especially when you factor in a missing ID, a run-in with casino security, and a band still expecting to be wooed before hitting the stage for the final show of their national tour.

With only a few hours until the party where Dempsey plans to announce their new record label, Eleanor and Adam embark on a wild dash around Vegas to fix the previous night's mistakes. Between meeting an attorney in the back of a strip club, getting blackmailed into playing the newlywed game, and a surprisingly deep moment outside a karaoke bar, Eleanor and Adam begin to fall for one another. Do they dare place a bet on love? Or will they keep their cards close?

About the Author

Emily Martin is the author of the young adult novels Five Ways to Fall Out of Love and The Year We Fell Apart. When she's not writing, Emily enjoys painting, hiking, and watching (arguably) too much TV. Emily is originally from Michigan, but currently lives in Boston with her husband, two daughters, and Goldendoodle. You can visit her online at EmilyMartinBooks.com.

Critical Reviews

"The perfect romp! From the Vegas setting to the music industry details to the lust-tinged panic of accidentally marrying your work rival -- every note lands flawlessly. Emily Martin's bold, vibrant voice makes this a must-read."--Rachel Lynn Solomon, New York Times bestselling author of The Ex Talk

"Nobody writes second chances like Emily Martin. This is character-driven romance at its finest, and you'll find yourself rooting not just for the love story, but for Eleanor and Adam to heal, to find their voices, and to become the people they're meant to be. WINNER TAKES ALL is both sparkling and substantial--a can't-miss summer read."--Evelyn Skye, New York Times bestselling author of THE INCREDIBLE KINDNESS OF PAPER

"What happens when Emily Martin pens a romance about two business rivals who wake up married in Vegas? The reader gets treated to a rollercoaster of a romance that deftly handles some of your favorite tropes, causes you to burst out laughing at the most inopportune moments, features some of the best banter you've ever read, and makes you giddy along the way. I absolutely adored Eleanor and Adam's journey, and I can't wait to read whatever Martin writes next. Prepare to be charmed!"--Mia Sosa, USA Today bestselling author of When Javi Dumped Mari

"An entertaining enemies-to-lovers story, which deftly balances the serious with the comedic ... [a] sexy and satisfying read."-- "Library Journal"

"Set over the course of one frantic day, the novel delivers sharp humor, electric chemistry, and genuine character growth... [Martin's] adult debut hits the jackpot." -- "Booklist"

Publishing Information

Publisher: Atria Books
Pub date: 2026-06-23
Length: 288 pages

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