Book Summary and Reviews of Party of Two by Jasmine Guillory

Book Summary

A chance meeting with a handsome stranger turns into a whirlwind affair that gets everyone talking in this New York Times bestseller.

Dating is the last thing on Olivia Monroe's mind when she moves to LA to start her own law firm. But when she meets a gorgeous man at a hotel bar and they spend the entire night flirting, she discovers too late that he is none other than hotshot junior senator Max Powell. Olivia has zero interest in dating a politician, but when a cake arrives at her office with the cutest message, she can't resist—it is chocolate cake, after all.

Olivia is surprised to find that Max is sweet, funny, and noble—not just some privileged white politician, as she assumed him to be. Because of Max's high-profile job, they start seeing each other secretly, which leads to clandestine dates and silly disguises. But when they finally go public, the intense media scrutiny means people are now digging up her rocky past and criticizing her job, even her suitability as a trophy girlfriend. Olivia knows what she has with Max is something special, but is it strong enough to survive the heat of the spotlight?

Please be aware that this discussion guide will contain spoilers!

1. Have you ever had a chance encounter with a stranger that led to a close relationship?
2. Giving back to the community is a large part of this book. Are you active in your community, whether it's through work or volunteer opportunities?
3. Max and Olivia are polar opposites: Max is impulsive and idealistic, while Olivia is cautious and thoughtful. When it comes to successful relationships, do you think it's better when opposites attract or when two people are more similar?
4. Do you have any pet peeves or deal breakers when it comes to relationships?
5. Have you ever been in a relationship where differences (e.g., career, racial background, distance, lifestyle, age) affected how you moved forward?
6. Olivia is ...