'Utterly unique hilarious swoony beyond my wildest dreams! This book is an instant classic
and a true masterpiece it took my breath away and made my heart explode' Ali Hazelwood
***THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER *** A slow burn enemies-to-lovers romantasy featuring
a scholarly healer and a gentleman assassin set in an exquisite fantasy world perfect for
fans of The Love Hypothesis and Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries. Osric Mordaunt
member of the Fyren Order of assassins is in dire need of healing. Naturally - such is the
grim comedy of fate - the only healer who can help is Aurienne Fairhrim preeminent scientist
bastion of moral good and member of an enemy Order. Aurienne is desperate for funding to
heal the sick - so desperate that when Osric bribes her to help him she accepts even if she
detests him and everything he stands for. A forced collaboration ensues: the brilliant Woman
in STEM is coerced into working with the PhD in Murders much to Aurienne's disgust. As Osric
and Aurienne work together to heal his illness and investigate the mysterious reoccurrence of a
deadly pox they find themselves ardently denying their attraction which only fuels the heat
between them. Tropes include: Enemies-to-lovers High interaction slow burn Hypercompetent
idiots He falls first and harder Slaughter as a love language Praise for The Irresistible Urge
to Fall For Your Enemy : 'Sworn enemies underhanded shenanigans dazzling magic and
delicious romantic tension make this a witty wonderful gem. Whether you're Team Aurienne (she
of the incandescent brilliance) or Team Osric (he of the magnificent cheekbones) or just Team
Would You Two Just Kiss Already I promise you'll love this' Sangu Mandanna author of The Very
Secret Society of Irregular Witches 'Brilliant and wildly imaginative with a delicious
forbidden romance set in a fascinating fantasy world. Knightley is a remarkable talent weaving
together witty comedy slow-burn longing and heart-wrenchingly poetic imagery' Sarah Hawley
author of A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon 'With the most wickedly delicious banter
Brigitte Knightley is sure to become your next favourite author. This had all the things I love
most: a slow-burn romance that hurts so good truly agonizing enemies-to-lovers with a twisty
mystery at its core' Julie Soto author of Forget Me Not 'Brigitte Knightley is such a
wonderfully talented writer with a unique voice and a real genius for banter. Anyone who loves
enemies-to-lovers romantasy will surely adore The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy !'
India Holton author of The Ornithologist's Field Guide to Love 'The slow burn romance of my
dreams. Whip smart creative and brimming with banter and wit . . . both the hero and heroine
had me laughing and shouting to just kiss already. This one is a rare delight' Isabel Ibañez
author of What the River Knows 'Utterly unique and delightful this is the perfect romantasy
for those who like their villains (and heroes) with a touch of murder thievery and
questionable morals. Sexy and hilarious with dry-as-bone humour Knightley's writing is not to
be missed' Elissa Sussman author of Funny You Should Ask 'This debut boasts
gorgeously-written vivid settings a unique magic system and fresh fantasy world razor-sharp
wit and graceful characterization. In short Knightley's debut is nothing short of
irresistible itself' Isabel Cañas author of The Hacienda
