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Code Word Romance

By: Carlie Walker
Narrated by: Stephanie Németh-Parker
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AN AMAZON BEST ROMANCE BOOK OF THE MONTH!

One fake prime minister, one ridiculously hot handler, and one Italian summer collide in this thrilling adventure rom-com.

Max is just your average girl. She works odd jobs, has a soul-crushing amount of debt, and happens to bear an uncanny resemblance to Europe’s youngest female prime minister, Sofia Christensen. Sofia is powerful, beautiful—and unfortunately, someone is trying quite hard to assassinate her.

When the CIA approaches Max with a deal, a life-changing amount of money if she pretends to be Sofia on the prime minister’s annual Italian vacation, Max packs her bags for the Amalfi Coast. The delicious food, the breathtaking views—this trip would be a dream if it weren’t for those pesky assassins and Flynn, the handler assigned to Max’s case. Flynn, who has an unexpected history with Max, from another sun-drenched summer years and years ago. Now he’s instructed to stay in Max’s suite to protect her, as old passions and assassins collide.

Losing herself in the role of a prime minister is one thing. But losing her heart to Flynn again? Now that’s a risk she isn’t willing to take . . .

©2025 Carlie Walker (P)2025 Penguin Audio Action & Adventure Contemporary Romantic Comedy Heartfelt

Critic reviews

“A sharply written novel with surprise comedic twists. Readers will enjoy this tale of two ex-lovers who are reunited by espionage and who ultimately find true love as they race through the beautiful streets of Italy, trying to stay alive.”—Library Journal (STARRED)

"Walker’s tight pacing and Max’s first-person viewpoint fuel the excitement, and the supporting cast adds smile-worthy comedic touches in this winning romance.”—BookPage (STARRED)

"The tightly plotted mystery is leavened by moments of laugh-out-loud humor and endearing supporting characters, especially the scene-stealing Giorgio, a bumbling but jolly hotelier. Walker’s sophomore novel is sure to please existing fans and win her plenty of new ones.”—Publishers Weekly
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Solid action rom-com. I could’ve used a twist or two, and a bit more of the backstory, but still very enjoyable. Great narrator!

Solid action rom-com

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Loved this author’s first book, but this one swings more silly. Character motivations and development are scant, coupled with nonsensical actions that make it hard to believe the story, let alone the romance. Loved the concept but the writing in this book felt very superficial. Will absolutely try the author’s next book with hopes it hits as well as her first! However, this book is well-suited for those who like a dash of goofy-ness and don’t care much about realistic plot, but just want to have some summer fun :)

Goofy action romance

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