“Both sexy and sweet, Sparks Fly is simply… delicious.”—Lauren Blakely, #1 New York Times bestselling author
“Sparks Fly delivered on every front: it has some hilarious commentary on online culture, an uncomfortably timely plotline on the threat of generative AI, and, most importantly, two characters who are, from page one, absolutely made for each other. For Max and Stella it’s chemistry at first boob, and I could read five-hundred more pages of them getting to know each other, especially if they are narrated in Zakiya N. Jamal’s fresh, humorous voice. Sizzling, swoony, witty, and topical: this year, Sparks Fly is the romance debut you’ll absolutely want to pick up!”—Ali Hazelwood, #1 New York Times bestselling author
“An utter delight! Sparks Fly is a buoyant, refreshing romp about two real people navigating the complexities of modern love. Zakiya N. Jamal masterfully blends empowerment and ambition with humor and spice, and the result is one hundred percent electrifying.”—New York Times bestselling author Rachel Lynn Solomon
“A meet-cute for the ages, Jamal’s sizzling adult debut novel will instantly tantalize readers…A steamy and addictive tale made timely with an AI theme.”—Booklist (STARRED)
“The grounded workplace drama adds heft to a sensual plot helmed by unforgettable leads, both of whom are Black, bisexual, and book smart. The result is a nuanced tale that’s sure to please.” —Publishers Weekly
“From the first page to the last, Sparks Fly is an irresistible workplace romance, full of delicious tension, humor, and joy. A raucous, sexy delight!”—Ashley Herring Blake, USA Today bestselling author of Dream On, Ramona Riley
“Timely, relatable, and a true pleasure, Sparks Fly takes the millionaire fantasy and turns it on its head in the best way. Watching late bloomer Stella and the dashing Max navigate bisexuality, love, sex, friendships, family, and the workplace feels like stepping into a complete world. I’ll read anything Zakiya writes.”—TJ Alexander, USA Today bestselling author of A Gentleman’s Gentleman
“Stella and Max start out the book in a sex club and end it in your heart. This super-spicy yet tender romance will leave you melting.”—Amanda Elliot, USA Today bestselling author of Love You a Latke
“Sparks Fly is the forbidden workplace romance of my dreams. Zakiya N. Jamal delivers humor, heart, and, obviously, heat in this delicious page-turning book! I found myself grinning as I read and rooting for the happily ever after— I know you will too. A gem!”—Denise Williams, USA Today bestselling author of Just Our Luck
“An irresistibly steamy ode to late bloomers, Sparks Fly perfectly captures the infectious giddiness of fully coming into one’s own. The prose is smart, the spice delectable, and the love between Stella and Max gentle, authentic, and, indeed, sparkling. Zakiya N. Jamal’s adult debut is a must-read for your shelf!”—Katie Naymon, author of You Between the Lines
“If you’ve ever wanted to throw out the rulebook and rewrite your own story…sexually, emotionally, romantically…Sparks Fly is about to be your next must read! Zakiya N. Jamal gives us a heroine who isn’t just finding her pleasure, she’s finding her power, and honestly? Iconic. I devoured this book in one sitting and felt seen and empowered on every page. Fiercely sexy, affirming, and as liberating as it is swoony, this is the kind of romance we need more of.” —Chip Pons, author of Winging It With You
“The chemistry sizzles, the dialogue shines—Sparks Fly is an absolute treat from beginning to end! The love story is raw and real, and I adored getting to experience every swoony, sensual and sweet moment of Stella and Max’s journey of sexual—and self—discovery. Zakiya N. Jamal is a star on the rise!” —Rebekah Faubion, author of The Sun and the Moon
“A beautiful, sexy read…a deep, layered story about vulnerability in shared experiences, acceptance of sexuality, and the ability to have real, flawed relationships with room for forgiveness.”—The Gloss
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