What happens when a practical business deal collides with the glittering chaos of reality television? Acclaimed storyteller Claire Kann, the award-winning author of The Romantic Agenda, is back with another swoonworthy romance that explores love, ambition, and the complicated performance of happily-ever-after.

In her newest release, The Marriage Narrative (Berkley Trade Paperback Original | November 11), Kann invites readers into a whirlwind romance where strategy and spectacle clash in the most unexpected ways.

A Love Story Born from Strategy

Meet Zinnia, an ambitious, successful businesswoman who refuses to leave her future to fate. Instead of waiting for her so-called “One True Love,” she transforms her dating profile into a marriage-merger proposal: a strategic plan to meet, move in, and marry—all within thirty days.

Her friends dismiss the idea as impossible. But then she meets Jordan, a near-perfect match with one complication—he’s hiding a high-profile secret.

Lights, Cameras, Contracts

Jordan is part of a wildly popular reality show chronicling his family’s every move. After years of resisting, he reluctantly agrees to appear on-screen—but producers want him to rekindle a fake romance with his ex for ratings. Jordan has other plans.

He sees in Zinnia not only the perfect partner for his real-life needs but also a way to control his narrative. Together, they strike a deal:

She gets the business-partner husband she’s been searching for.

He gets a supportive partner who can stand beside him while he sidesteps a messy scripted romance.

From staged proposals to chaotic filming schedules, their contractual relationship quickly becomes a sizzling performance neither expected to feel so real.

When Reality TV Meets Real Romance

As Zinnia and Jordan navigate producer-driven plot twists, fake fights, and public scrutiny, the line between performance and passion begins to blur. What started as a clean contract might just turn into a beautifully messy love story—if they’re brave enough to embrace it.

With the perfect blend of The Proposal’s sharp wit and the glitzy family drama of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Kann crafts a fresh, diverse, and utterly binge-worthy romance that resonates with anyone who has ever questioned where the performance ends and where real love begins.

About the Author

Claire Kann is celebrated for writing diverse romances that balance everyday realism with just a touch of magic. A California-based novelist and award-winning digital storyteller, her works capture the heart with humor, tenderness, and representation that matters.

Why Houston Readers Will Love The Marriage Narrative

In today’s world—where careers, culture, and social expectations often collide—Kann’s story resonates with Houston’s dynamic audience. The novel explores themes of ambition, identity, and love in the public eye, making it both relatable and escapist.

Whether you’re a romance enthusiast, a reality TV fan, or someone who enjoys watching love bloom under pressure, The Marriage Narrative promises to deliver a heartfelt story wrapped in glitz, drama, and authenticity.