Games by Anna Maria Volkova — book slip

Lili Marwan is a 22-year-old grad student grappling with the pressures of her master's thesis, rejection from her foster family, and the grief of losing her parents.

Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Aleksandr Petrov, a charismatic Wall Street banker two decades her senior, in a New York City bar.

Despite their stark differences—Lili's progressive ideals clash with Aleksandr's capitalist beliefs—their intense one-night stand evolves into a summer romance filled with rough sex and unexpected intimacy.

As Lili navigates her ambitions and desires, she must decide if she's willing to risk heartbreak for a chance at love.

For fans of 'Normal People' and 'Fifty Shades of Grey'.