The Antiquarian's Object of Desire

“India Holton has done it again! The Antiquarian’s Object of Desire is a spellbinding fantasy rom-com featuring Holton’s trademark wit and brilliantly unique worldbuilding. Professors Amelia Tarrant and Caleb Sterling are best friends forced to fake-hate to preserve Amelia’s career and reputation, but their careful balance of public enmity and private camaraderie comes crashing down when they’re forced into close proximity in a haunted manor house. The two must confront their long-denied attraction while dealing with magically misbehaving antiques, shrieking ghosts, and–worst of all–the patriarchy. This is an achingly sweet (and sometimes steamy) friends-to-lovers romance that delivers a lot of laughs. The antiques in this story are capable of wonders (and the occasional explosion), but this book casts an even more powerful enchantment on the reader. Prepare to be captivated!”—Sarah Hawley, USA Today bestselling author of Servant of Earth

“Wickedly charming and delightfully funny, The Antiquarian’s Object of Desire is a brilliant subversion of a well-loved trope. I absolutely loved the gradual development of Amelia and Caleb’s relationship, from secret, tender friends to besotted lovers. This is a must-read!”—Keshe Chow, international bestselling author of Strange Familiars

“The couple’s abiding love and their fake fighting complicates the usual enemies-to-lovers narrative and might appeal to fans of Rachel Reid’s Heated Rivalry.”—Kirkus Reviews

“The follow-up to The Geographer’s Map to Romance is the best of the “Love’s Academic” trilogy, rich with magical and academic details, a zany plot that moves the story forward, and a tender, engaging romance. It sees all the series’ couples united and offers a lovely note of acceptance and appreciation.”—Library Journal

“India Holton will charm her way into readers’ hearts with the third and final installment of her Love’s Academic series… Her Victorian-era world building is brilliant, with a subtle normalization of magic that makes the addition feel natural.”—Bookpage