She hired him to survive a family weekend. She didn’t expect old feelings, hidden truths, and a second chance at the love she thought she’d already lost—for good.

Sloane Chen has built her life around ambition, order, and control. As a rising star in the competitive world of digital marketing, she has no time for chaos—especially not emotional chaos. But when her family expects her to show up for their anniversary weekend with a significant other, and her career hinges on appearing “well-rounded,” she makes a split-second decision: hire a fake boyfriend. Enter Theo Mendoza. Charming, easygoing… and the man who ghosted her after one unforgettable night three years ago.

What was supposed to be a temporary solution turns into a weekend of close quarters, family interrogations, and dangerously real sparks. As Sloane and Theo navigate nosy relatives, forced couple games, and memories they can’t ignore, the truth becomes harder to hide—and harder to run from. Will one fake relationship uncover something real enough to risk everything?

The Plus One Clause is a witty, heart-tugging contemporary romance that blends sharp banter, deep emotion, and the slow-burning tension of second chances. Perfect for fans of The Hating Game, Red, White & Royal Blue, and To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, this story reminds us that sometimes, the only way to truly move forward… is to stop pretending.