Something Cheeky: A Novel

by Thien-Kim Lam

Overview

A steamy new rom-com from the popular author of Happy Endings and Full Exposure, where two friends get the opportunity to work together on their dream project—a Cinderella rock musical with an all-Asian cast—and discover that falling in love was the easy part…

“Lam is... the queen of sex-positive multiracial romance.” —Booklist

Zoe Tran is living her best life, designing plus-size lingerie at her own award-winning clothing boutique, when suddenly her college best friend reenters her life. Derek Bui is offering a tantalizing chance to recapture a forgotten dream: designing costumes for the musical they created together years ago.

Derek has loved Zoe since freshman year but never had the guts to confess his true feelings. Now he’s directing the Vietnamese Cinderella rock musical they dreamed up in college. The stakes are high: it’s the first production with an all-Asian cast and creative team at Washington, D.C.’s largest theatre and if they can make it work, they’ll head to Broadway. But his real goal: get Zoe back in his life.

A proud demisexual, Zoe only ever saw Derek as her best friend, but working on their dream production together brings them closer than ever. Sparks ignite under the hot spotlights. But when the theatre’s artistic director pressures Derek to make the musical “less Asian,” he and Zoe clash on whether to stay true to their vision or compromise to keep the production alive.

Will Zoe and Derek finally let love take center stage or will their creative differences close the curtains on them forever?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780063237339
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	03/04/2025
Sold by:	HARPERCOLLINS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	336

About the Author

Thien-Kim Lam writes stories about Vietnamese characters who smash stereotypes and find their happy endings. A recovering Type-Asian, she guzzles cà phê sữa đá, makes art, and bakes her feelings to stay sane. Thien-Kim is also the founder of Bawdy Bookworms, a subscription box that pairs sexy romances with erotic toys. She’s been featured on NPR, BBC America, and NBC. 

Editorial Reviews

"In this delightfully steamy read, Lam creates characters with great chemistry and packs this romance with the history of Vietnamese culture in New Orleans." — Library Journal on Full Exposure

“Reading a book by Thien-Kim Lam is like a night out with your besties—a guaranteed good time full of laughter, tears, and sex-positive relationship advice. I will read anything she writes!” — Lyssa Kay Adams, author of The Bromance Club

"This book is about everything that makes life worth living—art, food, love, sex. Full Exposure is a joy to read. What a novel!" — Eric Nguyen, author of Things We Lost to the Water

"I can't resist a romance with beignets! Full Exposure is a delightful story about two people finding their place in the world...and with each other. I loved spending time with these characters and seeing how they were shaped by their families and communities. Definitely recommend!" — Jackie Lau, author of Donut Fall in Love

"Thien-Kim transports you into a vibrant, sensual, super-high-def version of a love story... not just between the wonderful planner Josie and frustrated dreamer Spencer, but with the city of New Orleans itself. Full Exposure is a delicious read." — Cathy Yardley, author of Ex Appeal

"Lam is establishing herself as the queen of sex-positive multiracial romance." — Booklist

“Winning characters and memorable Mardi Gras meet-awkward combine to make Full Exposure the perfect New Orleans escape. Thien-Kim Lam crafts a warm, sexy story that's as sweet and delicious as a fresh beignet.” — Ruby Lang, author of Clean Breaks

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