Camera Shy by Kay Cove: Paperback; 432 pages, English

Book Title: Camera Shy
Author: Kay Cove

Book Description:
Maya Reynolds has always preferred life behind the scenes, but when her best friend signs her up for a wedding reality show, she suddenly finds herself under bright lights, battling nerves and unexpected feelings. Enter Dylan Hart—the gorgeous cameraman she absolutely shouldn’t fall for. Their connection builds slowly, full of secret smiles, lingering touches, and stolen moments when the cameras aren’t rolling. But as tension and attraction grow, Maya must decide whether risking exposure—and her heart—is worth chasing the kind of love that feels too good to hide.

💞 Tropes:

• Reality TV romance

• Behind the scenes / forbidden love (contestant x cameraman)

• Forced proximity

• He falls first

• Hidden relationship

• Slow burn to passion

🔥 Spice Rating:
🌶️🌶️🌶️ / 5
The heat here is a solid medium—expect plenty of tension building through playful banter, near-misses, and crackling chemistry before things tip over into steamy territory. Once the spice hits, it’s descriptive and passionate without being overly graphic. Intimacy scenes are woven with emotional depth, making the payoff feel both sexy and heartfelt.

🏷️ Subgenre:
Contemporary Romance

📆 Publication Date:
August 15, 2023

📚 Standalone or Series:
Standalone

✨ Vibe Snapshot:
Playful reality-TV forbidden romance with slow-burn tension and medium spice.